Dan Barnes

Regulatory readiness is high on the agenda for Asian shipping players seeking to navigate the complexities of the EU ETS and FuelEU Maritime. And OceanScore is rapidly expanding its global position through partnerships, events, on-the-ground engagement and securing new clients. Prominent Japanese player Meiji Shipping Group is the latest company to join the growing roster …

OceanScore wins new clients with Asia expansion to support regional compliance Read More »

Under its contract with BC Ferries, Damen Shipyards Group has selected Corvus Energy to supply Energy Storage Systems (ESS) for four new, fully electric capable passenger car ferries currently under construction to join BC Ferries’ fleet of hybrid electric ‘Island Class’ vessels. Expanding BC Ferries’ Island Class fleet BC Ferries currently has a contract with …

Corvus Energy to supply battery systems for new fully electric ferries for Victoria-based BC Ferries Read More »

Technology group Wärtsilä will supply its Wärtsilä 20 main engine and selective catalytic reduction (SCR) system for a new 40.9-metre long state-of-the-art fishing vessel, specifically designed for lobster fishing. The vessel, which will operate in North Atlantic waters, has been ordered by Canadian operator Clearwater Seafoods and will be built at the Hvide Sande Shipyard …

Wärtsilä engine selected for state-of-the-art Canadian fishing vessel  Read More »

ABB announced it has signed an agreement to acquire BrightLoop, a French innovator in advanced power electronics, to accelerate its electrification strategy in industrial mobility and marine propulsion. The acquisition will expand ABB’s capabilities in delivering compact, rugged, and intelligent power conversion systems tailored for the most demanding applications – from construction and mining equipment …

ABB to acquire BrightLoop expanding its off-highway vehicle and marine electrification business Read More »

Zero USV, pioneers behind the world’s first charter fleet for over-the-horizon unmanned surface vessels (USV), has announced the expansion of its portfolio with the introduction of the new extra-long-range (XLR) Oceanus12, offering users even more options for high endurance maritime operations. The original Oceanus12, launched earlier this year, is engineered to excel in voyages of …

Zero USV expands portfolio with new XLR Oceanus12 for incredible 7,500NM deployments Read More »

United European Car Carriers (UECC) achieved a massive reduction in well-to-wake CO2 emissions in 2024 mainly through bunkering high-impact liquefied biomethane (LBM) on LNG-fuelled vessels under its Sail for Change initiative supported by major European vehicle manufacturers. The company’s latest annual environmental data shows its emissions fell by more than 107,000 tonnes of CO2 last …

Green booster: UECC sees huge emissions reduction in 2024 with high-impact LBM fuel Read More »

Sunreef Yachts proudly announces that the groundbreaking Sunreef 43M Eco has been awarded the German Innovation Award 2025. With three units in Sunreef’s order book and construction well underway, this luxury super catamaran redefines the superyacht experience. The German Innovation Awards celebrate trailblazing solutions that drive meaningful progress and enhance quality of life through innovation. …

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Inchcape Shipping Services (ISS) and Symmetry Group Inc. (SGI) are pleased to announce a strategic joint venture in Guyana, marking a significant milestone in the maritime and logistics sectors. This partnership aligns with Guyana’s Local Content requirements, combining the strengths of both companies to offer an enhanced, integrated suite of services tailored to the needs …

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Ocean services provider DeepOcean and its joint venture partners have taken delivery of a newbuild uncrewed surface vessel (USV), which will be utilised for subsea survey, inspection, maintenance and repair (IMR) work across offshore energy industries. The vessel – named USV Challenger – will shortly arrive at DeepOcean’s subsea base at Killingøy, Haugesund. Here it …

Delivery of uncrewed vessel for remote-controlled subsea work Read More »

Coastguard Nelson, located in the picturesque city of Nelson, New Zealand, is a dedicated volunteer organisation committed to ensuring the safety of those on the water. Its mission is to save lives at sea, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Struggling with an unreliable analogue system, the organisation decided to upgrade and take …

Coastguard Nelson (NZ) selects Omnitronics omnicore Express Dispatch Read More »