Group 1 - The conference marks the 11th International Marine Corrosion and Fouling Forum and Marine Key Materials Conference, focusing on the development of marine engineering equipment and technology in China since 2016 [2] - Key achievements highlighted include the launch of China's first domestically produced aircraft carrier, the successful operation of the first large cruise ship, and advancements in LNG transportation capabilities [2] - The event aims to promote high-quality development of marine new productive forces by sharing innovative methods and transformative technologies in marine key materials [2] Group 2 - The conference will feature a main forum, 12 specialized forums, and various activities including technology showcases and academic poster displays [2] - Topics of discussion will include marine functional materials, structural materials, environmental materials, corrosion and protection technologies, and the application of digital technology and artificial intelligence in marine materials [16][17][18][19][20] - The event will also address the latest demands in traditional and emerging marine industries, such as shipbuilding, marine oil and gas, clean energy, deep-sea technology, and polar engineering [19][20] Group 3 - A youth forum will be held to encourage young scientists to present key scientific issues and innovative solutions, with expert evaluations and awards for outstanding presentations [21] - The conference will include specialized forums focusing on marine key materials, corrosion and protection technologies, and wear and protection technologies [22][23][24] - The event will facilitate networking opportunities for large terminal units to discuss their needs for advanced anti-fouling solutions and corrosion prediction models [25]