Membership
Our members and member companies work in all aspects of marine technology including underwater imaging and engineering; underwater vehicle design and operation; ocean observation and exploration; oceanography and meteorology; diving; mooring technology; remote sensing; offshore structures; renewable energy; marine physical and cyber security; underwater archaeology; dynamic positioning; marine law and policy; and more.
The Society offers members, education and networking; a peer-reviewed scientific journal; news and information; technical resources; and professional development through local sections and professionals committees. Join our community of professionals who are passionate about marine science and technology.
Never stop growing professionally.
Learn. Attend one of our conferences, expos, or events and stay up on the latest in marine technology.
Network. Make connections and network with colleagues at national and local events and through MTS Sections and Professional Committees. Or join our mentorship program.
Collaborate. Publish your work in the peer-reviewed, internationally known, MTS Journal or the Currents newsletter; or provide subject matter expertise at local section meetings or international conferences.
Want to know what’s next in marine technology? As part of your membership, you’ll receive – straight to your inbox – the peer-reviewed MTS Journal, plus we’ll keep you up to date on industry news and information in our other MTS publications.
You’ll also have access to an online research database with two decades of searchable, downloadable Journal articles, covering all topics in marine technology.
Take on a larger role in the marine technology community and help shape the future. Connect with a wide range of industry professionals through leadership roles within the society, on the Board of Directors, and in local Sections and Professional Committees.
Don’t be modest – be recognized for your contributions to marine technology. Through our awards, MTS Fellow, and other distinctions, MTS recognizes members for outstanding contributions to their communities, the society, the industry, and their profession.
Become a member and save. Individual members receive discounts on conference registrations and publications. Member companies receive discounts on exhibit booths, jobs postings, advertisements in MTS publications, and more. Companies exhibiting at OCEANS can join our Exhibitor Loyalty Program.
Not a member yet? MTS has opportunities for everyone...
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Member
$75
Annual Cost Any person who is working in the marine field or a closely related field. Includes Online Journal
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Associate
$75
Annual Cost Any person with an interest in the marine field or works to support the industry (consultants, etc.) Includes Online Journal
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Student
$25
Annual Cost Student members are full-time undergraduate or graduate students. Includes Online Journal
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Emeritus
$40
Annual Cost Any person who is retired from active professional work in the marine field. Includes Online Journal
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Life
$1,000
One Time Payment For a one-time fee, Life Members are MTS members for life and receive both the online and print versions of the MTS Journal. Includes Online Journal
Includes Print Journal
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Patron
$100
Contribution Patrons support MTS objectives by contributing $100 or more annually (contributions above $75 dues is considered tax deductible). Includes Online Journal
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Early Career Ocean Professional
$50
Annual Cost Any person within 10 years of their last professional degree. *New membership category available beginning January 1, 2021 Includes Online Journal
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Small Business
$550
Annual Cost Any business firm whose gross annual income is less than $4 million. These companies receive six free Individual Memberships to the Society. The main contact also receives one print subscription to MTS Journal. Includes Online Journal
Includes Print Journal
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Institution
$550
Annual Cost Any library, government unit or other qualified non-profit organization. Institutions receive six free Individual Memberships to the Society. The main contact also receives one print subscription to MTS Journal. Includes Online Journal
Includes Print Journal
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Silver
$1,000
Annual Cost Any business firm whose gross annual income is more than $4 million. Silver member companies receive 11 free Individual Memberships to the Society. The main contact also receives one print subscription to the MTS Journal. Includes Online Journal
Includes Print Journal
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Gold
$2,000
Annual Cost Any business firm whose gross annual income is more than $4 million. Gold member companies receive 16 free Individual Memberships to the Society. The main contact also receives one print subscription to the MTS Journal. Includes Online Journal
Includes Print Journal
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Platinum
$10,000
Annual Cost Any business firm whose gross annual income is more than $4 million. Platinum member are the highest-level partners of MTS. Platinum companies receive 25 free Individual Memberships to the Society. The main contact also receives one print subscription to the MTS Journal. Includes Online Journal
Includes Print Journal
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Join a Section
Join a local MTS Section, for free, as part of your membership. Each section is managed locally and creates its own programming tailored to the group. Look for a Section near you or consider starting one.
Browse SectionsJoin a Committee
Connect with others who share your professional interests. Join as many MTS committees as you want, for free, as part of your membership and collaborate on events, workshops, technical sessions, special issues of the MTS Journal, and more.
Browse CommitteesStay Informed
Stay up to date on what’s going on in the world of marine technology through the peer-reviewed MTS Journal, Currents, and news and feature stories on our website.
Learn MoreAttend An Event
Learn, share research, see the latest technology, and connect with top professionals in the marine technology sector. Search the events calendar.
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