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Tomini Shipping has acquired two handysize vessels

Tomini Shipping, a leading ship-owner and operator, is delighted to introduce the latest additions to its iconic fleet – handysize vessels named ‘Tomini Sirocco’ (38,780 DWT) and ‘Tomini Pampero’ (38,635 DWT). Both vessels were built in 2016 by Taizhou Kouan Shipbuilding Co. Ltd. This wraps up the biggest Tomini handysize acquisition campaign, with a total …

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Ground-breaking cadet conference from Sailors’ Society arrives in the Philippines

The Philippines is the next venue for Sailors’ Society’s ground-breaking global wellness and mental health conferences, designed exclusively for maritime college cadets. In a first for the industry, the international maritime charity is hosting its online Wellness at Sea Maritime Schools’ Conference in the Philippines, allowing cadets there to explore the all-important subject of wellbeing …

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Wescom Group make acquisition of Marine Rescue Technologies

World-leading emergency distress signal manufacturer Wescom Group has expanded its presence in the marine survival market with an exciting acquisition. UK-based personal locator beacon manufacturer Marine Rescue Technologies (MRT) has become part of Wescom Group from 2nd of November 2022, further enhancing the groups’ profile as a primary source of marine distress and safety signalling. …

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Northern Xplorer chooses DNV as class partner in mission to build world’s first zero-emission cruise ship

Industry-leading classification society will be responsible for newbuilding supervision and classification of Northern Xplorer (NX)’s inaugural vessel scheduled for delivery by 2026. The company will also collaborate with Norwegian flag and technology providers on the enhancement of rules and standards for safe operation of hydrogen-powered passenger ships. “I am very pleased DNV is joining us …

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Memorium of Understanding signed by Raymarine and Avikus to explore world’s first autonomous leisure boat solution

Avikus, Hyundai’s autonomous navigation in-house startup, and global marine electronics leader Raymarine, have announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the 2022 Fort Lauderdale Boat Show. The two organizations will cooperate on the integration of the world’s first autonomous leisure boat solution, the Avikus NeuBoat, into Raymarine’s world-leading navigational products. In addition, …

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SunStone takes delivery of Infinity Class vessels Ocean Odyssey and Sylvia Earle

SunStone Maritime Group A/S, the world’s largest tonnage provider to the expedition cruise industry, is pleased to announce the delivery of two Infinity Class vessels, the Ocean Odyssey and the Sylvia Earle The Sylvia Earle and the Ocean Odyssey are vessels four and five being delivered in the Infinity series being built at China Merchant …

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NSSLGlobal communications supporting Royal Navy team HMS OARDACIOUS taking on the Talisker Whiskey Atlantic Challenge

NSSLGlobal recently announced its Gold sponsorship of the HMS OARDACIOUS rowing team as they take part in the world’s toughest ocean-rowing race – the 2022 Talisker Whiskey Atlantic Challenge. Providing critical connectivity services, airtime, equipment and essential support, NSSLGlobal will enable the crew to remain in contact with their on-land support team and families. It …

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World’s largest inflatable lifeboat wins technology award

Survitec’s revolutionary Seahaven, the world’s largest inflatable lifeboat, has won the technology category of this year’s Safety4Sea awards. The self-propelled inflatable lifeboat surpassed Safety4Sea’s judging criteria of providing a ‘significant technological achievement or significant contribution to maritime safety’. Seahaven, officially introduced to the market in April, is already redefining how passengers and crew evacuate ships …

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