Dan Barnes

Elcome International’s new high-speed internet service, WELCOME, is revolutionising the way ship managers provide internet access at sea, with more than 30,000 seafarers using the pay-as-you-go service since its market introduction in September 2024. With options to purchase data packs or monthly plans from as little as US$1.65 per gigabyte, WELCOME Maritime Wi-Fi provides crews …

Seafarers welcome Elcome’s new pay-as-you-go high speed internet service Read More »

Qatar Gas Transport Company (Nakilat), a global leader in LNG shipping and maritime transportation, celebrated a significant milestone with the steel cutting ceremony marking the commencement of construction of six gas carriers at HD Hyundai Samho (HSHI) shipyard in South Korea. This milestone is part of Nakilat’s strategic fleet expansion, reinforcing its commitment to meeting …

Nakilat commences construction of six new vessels at HD Hyundai Samho Shipyard Read More »

Premium project heavy lift carrier, AAL Shipping (AAL), has held a formal naming ceremony for its fifth Super B-Class vessel, the ‘AAL Dubai’. This latest addition not only enhances AAL’s third-generation newbuilding fleet but also commemorates the company’s 30th anniversary, reaffirming its unwavering commitment to innovation and excellence in global project shipping. The 32,000dwt ‘AAL …

AAL Shipping names fifth super B-class vessel after Middle East project hub Read More »

SeAH Wind is pleased to announce the appointment of Mammoet, Glacier Energy, and Hutchinson Engineering as key subcontractors for the Hornsea 3 Offshore Wind Project. With commercial production set to commence in the coming months, these subcontractors have been selected to support with the operational and logistical services within the 120-acre site located on the …

Mammoet signs contract to support SeAH Wind with Hornsea 3 offshore wind project Read More »

EST-Floattech, Dutch maritime battery supplier is contracted by EMS (Electric Marine Support), the Dutch system integrator in inland, seagoing and recreational shipping markets, to participate in projects for Rhenus and their ambitious fleet enhancement initiative. Rhenus PartnerShip, the prominent shipping branch of the company, has invested in sustainable inland waterway transportation with a ground-breaking project, featuring three …

EST-Floattech is part of the Rhenus Sustainable Fleet Expansion with its Octopus Battery System Read More »

British SME ZeroUSV is one step closer to offering the world’s first charter fleet of fully autonomous uncrewed surface vessels after its inaugural Oceanus12 touched the water for the first time at Manor Marine in Portland, Dorset, this week. The fully equipped vessel is now ready for commissioning and integration trials from ZeroUSV’s home port …

ZeroUSV’s Oceanus12 hits the water pioneering world’s first fully autonomous USV fleet exclusively for charter Read More »

Tomini Levant, a vessel owned and operated by Tomini Group, successfully conducted a crucial search and rescue (SAR) operation in the Mediterranean Sea, saving multiple survivors from an overturned motorboat off the coast of Algeria. This operation, executed in close coordination with the Algerian Coast Guard and Spanish rescue authorities, highlights Tomini Group’s unwavering dedication …

Tomini Levant crew recues survivors from distressed boat in Mediterranean Sea Read More »

Veson Nautical (Veson), a global leader in maritime data and freight management solutions has opened a new office in Dubai as part of an enhanced commitment to one of the world’s most important shipping hubs. This strategic expansion is aimed at bringing Veson closer to its growing regional client base and reinforcing its role in …

Veson Nautical expands global presence with new office in Dubai Read More »

A new training programme that aims to promote and sustain crew wellbeing on board has been launched by maritime welfare charity Sailors’ Society. Its revolutionary Sea Mate initiative will see the new role of wellbeing officer created on board ships, with comprehensive training provided by the charity’s global team. With funding from Trinity House, Sea …

Sailors’ Society launches new Sea Mate training pilot Read More »

Novacavi recently supported the successful deep mine shaft test of Image Soft’s UNWAS – a special underwater surveillance system – with one of its special fibre optic cables. With its hybrid water-blocked configuration, this underwater cable solution acted as a strategic component of the specialised system designed for and used to detect and warn of …

Successful underwater surveillance test with Novacavi’s hybrid cable Read More »