Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 1239741 Port Houston Ship-to-Shore Cranes The Port of Houston Authority of Harris County, Texas (“Port Houston”) is the steward, advocate, and a strategic leader for the…
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Dual-fuel ships with Wind Assist are shipping’s insurance policy. Efficiency is the payout.
As dual-fuel newbuilds are increasingly viewed as a hedge against fuel risk, BAR Technologies CEO John Cooper argues the real hedge is burning less fuel, whatever it turns out to…
RINA unveils Mermaid, a future-ready ship design for an uncertain decarbonisation future
Hamburg, 27 August 2026 – RINA has unveiled Mermaid, a future-ready ship propulsion concept designed to help shipowners reduce fuel consumption, lower emissions, improve operational resilience and protect long-term asset…
ClassNK launches ‘Survey Compass,’ an AI assistant supporting survey-related operations
– Streamlining survey preparation and response for shipowners and ship management companies – Tokyo – ClassNK has launched ‘Survey Compass,’ an AI assistant that supports shipowners and ship management companies…
In-depth Suezmax study makes CAPEX case for T-BOSS® sterntubeless shaftline system
An in-depth evaluation study based on reference data from a Suezmax crude oil tanker has demonstrated the benefits of using Thordon Bearings’ innovative T-BOSS® shaftline solution instead of a conventional oil…
MacGregor has experienced a highly positive trend in the demand for its electric cranes in the first half of 2026, reinforcing its position as an innovating provider of sustainable maritime…
Statement of the President of the Union of Greek Shipowners (UGS), Melina Travlos, ahead of the next round of negotiations on maritime decarbonisation at the IMO (London, 1-4/9/2026)
“Climate change is a reality that we are experiencing with ever-increasing intensity. The growing frequency of extreme weather events makes the substantial reduction of greenhouse gas emissions an urgent matter…
KONGSBERG launches Aegir SSA – a new family of sonars for Subsea Situational Awareness
Stavanger, Norway – August 24th, 2026 KONGSBERG today announced the launch of Aegir SSA (Subsea Situational Awareness), a new family of sonars designed to improve maritime security, safety, and navigation through…
Unofficial Wind Route to help visitors navigate the largest-ever showcase of wind propulsion technologies at the SMM trade fair to-date. Hamburg, Germany – August 24, 2026: Wind propulsion will have…
Shore power in shipping Get insights into the technical, regulatory, and commercial implications of shore power. Thank you for your interest in DNV’s Shore power in shipping white paper, which provides a…
Britannia P&I unveils new website, enhancing user experience and access to Maritime knowledge
The Britannia Group is pleased to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website, delivering a cleaner, faster digital experience with significantly improved navigation and search functionality. The new website…
Security Alert Gulf of Aden hijack incident east of Al Mukalla, Yemen Νο 26/19 Issue Date: 20 Aug 2026 Alert Summary: A tanker transiting westbound in the Gulf of Aden…
Morten Tengs will step down as Chief Executive Officer of Space Norway with effect from 1 September, when he will take up the role of Special Adviser. The Board has appointed Rune Jensen as…
Innovation in the cruise industry is creating ever more exciting possibilities for guests, and bringing those ideas to life safely requires close collaboration from the start. From enhanced engine room…
Baltic Shipping Company welcomes two new vessels equipped with wind-assisted propulsion
Hillerød, Denmark – 19 August 2026 – Baltic Shipping Company A/S has welcomed two new vessels, M/V Baltic Iron and M/V Baltic Timber, strengthening its fleet with two next-generation coasters…
Special Events, Industry Gatherings and New Programs Bring Marine Professionals Together Throughout the Three-Day Show Tampa, FL – The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX), North America’s leading trade event for…
MacGregor Secures Comprehensive Hatch Cover and Cargo Handling Order for Six LNG-Powered Containerships at Cochin Shipyard Limited
MacGregor has been selected to deliver a comprehensive scope of cargo handling solutions for six 1,700 TEU dual-fuel LNG-powered containerships to be built at Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) in India.…
Kaiko Systems PSC data highlights risks ahead of new cargo securing inspection campaign
Maritime technology provider, Kaiko Systems, latest Port State Control analysis has found that vessels using its platform averaged 1.30 deficiencies per inspection, compared with a market rate of 2.56, as shipowners…
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BUILDING THE MARINER OF TOMORROW Tuesday, October 6 Opening remarks, day 2: IMO STCW comprehensive review understanding the process and timeline Panel 3: Regulators, educators and training institutions, unions and employers:…
ClassNK grants Innovation Endorsement for Products & Solutions to “eVa COLREGS” developed by eDOT Solutions
Tokyo – ClassNK has granted its Innovation Endorsement for Products & Solutions to “eVa COLREGS”, an AI-powered maritime COLREG training platform developed by eDOT Solutions. The platform is designed to…
New safety and training resources launched to help shipping prepare for ammonia-fuelled vessels
These resources provide practical guidance to build the competencies and safety management organisations needed for ammonia-fuelled shipping. Lloyd’s Register Maritime Decarbonisation Hub (the Decarb Hub) and the Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller…
Zeewolde, the Netherlands – 12 August 2026 – German shipowner Leonhardt & Blumberg has equipped HANSA DREJOE with Econowind VentoFoils. The vessel is the first of four general cargo newbuilds…
New Guidance Notes give shipyards and designers a practical route to use intelligent 3D models during class approval Lloyd’s Register (LR) has published what it believes is the maritime industry’s…
Corvus Energy Secures 40MWh Landmark Battery Contract for BC Ferries’ New Major Vessels Program
Canada and Bergen, Norway—August 11th, 2026, Corvus Energy, the leading supplier of zero emission solutions for the ocean industry, has been awarded a milestone contract to supply its Battery Energy…




