PPG, together with its long-standing representative in Greece, Aegean Protective Coatings S.A., presented its comprehensive 360-degree approach to marine coatings at Posidonia 2026 (Stand 3.104), under the theme “Reach New Horizons of…
Underwater Shipping
In the fast-moving offshore wind sector, the UK remains the second largest market in the world, capable of powering 50% of homes in the country.[i] By 2030, the government aims to…
Shipping industry takes major step towards sustainable plastic procurement with new toolkit from the Maritime Association for Clean Seas
The Maritime Association for Clean Seas (MACS) has published a series of practical guides to enable the commercial shipping sector to implement sustainable plastic procurement in vessel operations. The guides…
Good Morning Monaco Tuesday, July 14, 2026 Thierry Lacoste stands by Claude Palmero during press conferenceThierry Lacoste, the former lawyer and long-time associate of His Serene Highness Prince Albert II,…
THREAT / RISK SECURITY & SAFETY WEEKLY BULLETIN (brief assessment) June 05 to 12, 2026 Brief Update: No 09-3/2026 Date: June 13, 2026 In references to: INSIDE The regional maritime…
Growing demand for advanced underwater intelligence systems, particularly in sensing and robotics, is driving the next generation of highly autonomous underwater vehicles. This partnership is intended to address those evolving…
World Oceans Day (8 June) highlights shipping’s responsibility to protect the marine environment. To mark World Ocean Day on 8 June, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) is calling on its…
IMCA says Windward’s findings highlight the need for policy alignment to support the resilience of subsea energy and data networks. (LONDON, 4 June 2026) — New analysis from maritime intelligence company…
Good day. Please find Diaplous Weekly Intelligence Report, covering major developments within the week 27 May – 03 Jun 2026. Download report here. For your reference, please see below the highlights of…
The Society for Underwater Technology (SUT) Offshore Site Investigation and Geotechnics (OSIG) Special Interest Group will host its flagship forum for the global subsurface community, the 10th International OSIG Conference, on…
Andreas Stamatopoulos and Aimilios Sapranidis question live on EPT3 102FM John Faraclas on the current geoplitical situation and how Shipping is being affected with The Strait of Hormuz and Ukraine…
Two acclaimed Greek journalists questioned John Faraclas of www.allaboutshipping.co.uk in London on the current warring situation on EPT3 102FM Radio; a very timely interview given the gloabl uncertainty with two…
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Power Up Your Mission Oi26 is thrilled to bring you 60+ product launches (and counting) exclusive to the show! This gives you early access to cutting-edge technologies that can transform how you plan and deliver your missions.…
Bern Convention 2025: Urgent Warnings on the Protection of the Mediterranean Loggerhead Sea Turtle (Caretta caretta)
For the 35thyear in succession MEDASSET participated in the 45 th Standing Committee Meeting of the Bern Convention, highlighting the ongoing and serious failures in protecting critical habitats, for the…
As predicted, and following part 11, slaughtering continues in UKRAINE, the Middle East is still in LIMBO, CHINA and JAPAN are at loggerheads, in the UK an epidemic arises, the…
Last week’s AGM of the Society for Underwater Technology (SUT) marked the official hand over to a new President; the announcement of three new Fellows of the Learned Society from…
DECEMBER 4, 2025 NEW RULES FOR CALLING RUSSIAN PORTS Overview Due to a number of incidents where vessels calling Russian ports have suffered from proximity mines, as of November 25,…
IIT Guwahati and Indian Register of Shipping Highlight Milestone in Underwater Welding Skill Development at IIT Guwahati Symposium
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati, in association with Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) announced the successful conduct of the Symposium on Underwater Welding, Offshore Repair & Additive Manufacturing held at the…
Kongsberg Discovery welcomes the Joint Declaration of Baltic Sea Security for protecting critical infrastructure
Subsea pipelines, power cables, offshore platforms, and sensor arrays have become critical to modern society — and increasingly vulnerable. The Joint Declaration of Baltic Sea Security, signed on 20 November, provides…
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Witherbys is delighted to introduce its new oceanographic research vessel, the MV SEA RANGER, entering service in 2026. This state-of-the-art vessel represents the next step in supporting Witherbys’ research, development…
Marianna Michailidi*: A Woman in Shipping and Ship Repair: 25 Years of Experience in a Dynamic Industry
Shipping is an integral part of Greece’s economy and culture. Greek ships sail across the world and behind every journey lies a vast network of professionals ensuring the safety and…
Cathodic protection in the form of sacrificial anodes (Sacrificial Anode Cathodic Protection or SACP) or Impressed Current Cathodic Protection (ICCP) is used to try to reduce the destructive effects of…
This year’s World Maritime Day theme – Our Ocean, Our Obligation, Our Opportunity – reminds us of our responsibility to safeguard the ocean and highlights the importance of inclusion in…
Good Morning Monaco Monday, September 8, 2025 Chikungunya scare sparks midnight bug blitz Residents of Fontvieille are being advised to take precautions on the night of Friday, September 6 to…




