Lloyd’s Register’s Maritime Decarbonisation Hub (The Decarb Hub) and Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping (MMMCZCS) release new reports to help meet the upskilling needs of an estimated…
Company Security Officer (CSO) Training Course DNV’s Maritime Academy Hellas is offering on 4-6 March 2025, a seminar that provides participants with the knowledge, understanding and proficiencies as required by the ISPS Code…
The role of LNG in the energy transition is increasing, especially in shipping, creating a critical need for expanded bunkering infrastructure. The surge in LNG-powered vessels is outpacing bunkering infrastructure…
Autonomous USV will undertake offshore subsea inspection operations. Lloyd’s Register (LR) has granted Approval in Principle (AiP) to Brazilian company TideWise for its 24-metre uncrewed surface vessel (USV), designed for…
New MERC publication highlights the growing importance of advanced hull coating systems to help reduce GHG emissions. New analysis by the Maritime Emissions Reduction Centre (MERC) has found that silicone-based hull coatings…
Basics of an Environmental Management System (ISO 14001) for Shipping Companies Live virtual classroom Due to global warming, change of climate and limited oil resources on earth, our society has…
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The award to Neda Maritime’s MT ASCONA marks a significant milestone in digital transformation and vessel connectivity. Lloyd’s Register (LR) has awarded its first VC-L+ Descriptive Note for vessel connectivity…
As autonomous shipping makes strides, DNV is supporting its safe development. This has led to the launch of the AROS notation. Autonomous shipping – ranging from decision support to fully…
Lloyd’s Register (LR) has granted Griffon Hoverwork Approval in Principle (AiP) for its new Wyvern class of Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC). The Wyvern class represents a significant advancement in amphibious military transport. …
UNDERSTANDING STCW DNV’s Maritime Academy Hellas is offering on 18 and 19 February 2025, a course on the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW). Content Within this…
This new class notation marks a significant advancement in maritime safety and passenger comfort. Lloyd’s Register (LR) has introduced its first class notation for fin stabilisers. For decades, fin stabilisers…
For a couple of years we have been trying to have Dr. Kokarakis “on the record” and have his views on many shipping issues, paramount for shipping, particularly within the…
What is your main cyber security challenge for 2025? Whether it’s ensuring compliance to secure financing, mitigating risks to maintain customer trust, protecting digital identities to prevent fraud, or safeguarding…
The most powerful Shipping society outside Greece is by far the HESGB (Hellenic Engineers Society of Great Britain), which earlier on today elected its new Governing Committee. It’s charitable status…
ClassNK grants Innovation Endorsement for Products & Solutions to ‘D-VESSELKEEPER: EEM and PHM’ developed by WinKong Marine Engineering Tokyo – ClassNK has granted its Innovation Endorsement for Products & Solutions…
by Dr Marina Papaioannou DNV’s Regional Maritime Academies Manager, Region South East Europe My recent participation in a Safety Conference reminded me of a few things that I would like…
Description: Ship owners are experiencing a demand for improved tank inspections by qualified personnel. There is a need for better control of maintenance as well as for improved documentation for…
Paris La Défense, January 27, 2025: Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore (BV), a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification, is pleased to announce the successful delivery of the third 7,600m³ LNG…
Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) commemorated its Golden Jubilee with a grand celebration in Mumbai, reflecting on its remarkable journey of 50 years of innovation, service, and leadership in the global…
A case study in a new DNV paper analyses the impact and costs of options for complying with the FuelEU Maritime Regulation. The regulation offers ship operators multiple compliance strategies…
New research: Cyber Priority 2025 I’m delighted to share DNV Cyber’s latest research on the state of cybersecurity in energy and maritime industries. DNV Cyber’s Cyber Priority research explores the…
THORDON REPORTS SIGNIFICANT INTEREST FOR STERNTUBELESS SHIPS WITH SEAWATER-LUBRICATED BEARINGS IN ABS PODCAST Thordon Bearings has reported significant interest in the sterntubeless ship concept from shipowners and yards around the…
Many ships are now equipped with power limitation solutions to comply with EEXI regulations. Clear, up-to-date documentation of the applied limitation measure is crucial from a statutory perspective and from…
New LR research in partnership with Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) This comprehensive study delves into the transformative potential of Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships and provides a roadmap for the maritime industry…