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North Star’s £400 million ongoing commitment as part of its ESG strategy, combined with a £1.8 million investment in crew training last year, has delivered significant progress in its transition to operating a net zero fleet by 2045. The UK’s largest integrated ship owner-operator has a current fleet of 48 vessels. Findings from its 2024 …

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Seatrium Limited has announced the award of a Floating Storage Regasification Unit (FSRU) conversion contract from Kinetics, an energy transition initiative by global floating power leader Karpowership. This award follows Kinetics’ confirmation of the option for a fourth FSRU conversion project with Seatrium, announced in April 2024, the award of three LNG Carrier (LNGC) conversions …

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After years of strong growth, technological innovation and industry-leading expertise, ERMA TECH GROUP has officially launched a powerful alliance of trusted companies unified under one identity, one vision, and one mission: From saving the oceans, to safeguarding the planet. Unveiled during a live global broadcast, the launch event brought together global customers, partners and maritime …

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The illustrious sailing ship Christian Radich cut an impressive sight on a cruise 11.06.2025 to celebrate United European Car Carriers’ (UECC) 35th anniversary as it carved an imperious path through the shimmering waters of the Oslofjord. And it was a fitting voyage for a company that has plotted an adventurous course to make an historic …

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Thecla Bodewes Shipyards celebrated its 100th anniversary as an independent Dutch family-owned shipyard. During a festive event at the company’s headquarters in Kampen, a century of dedication, innovation, and craftsmanship was commemorated — and a historic milestone announced: the shipyard may now officially carry the honorary title ‘Royal’. On behalf of His Majesty the King, …

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Seasearcher, the leading maritime intelligence platform, has launched Navtor Nautical Charts, a powerful new feature that integrates detailed nautical overlays into Seasearcher’s vessel tracking platform. Designed for legal, insurance, and government professionals, Navtor Nautical Charts delivers complete and effortless situational awareness, helping users streamline claims investigations, reduce risks, and make faster, more accurate decisions.  By …

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Acteon has announced that its proprietary technology, the Rocksteady Tension Tool (RSTT), has been selected by InnovateUK iX, a UK programme designed to fast-track knowledge transfer and accelerate innovation. As part of this initiative, Acteon will collaborate with the Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult, which supports the programme – and leading floating offshore wind developer …

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Water treatment specialist BIO-UV Group has supplied its BIO-SEA ballast water treatment system to French shipbuilder Chantiers de l’Atlantique for operation aboard the first in a series of Accor-operated luxury sailing yachts. Factory acceptance trials for the chemical-free BIO-SEA B01-0135 unit was successfully completed, with installation aboard the first Orient Express Sailing Yachts vessel taking …

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StormGeo, a global leader in weather intelligence and decision support solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with Bearing AI, a pioneer in AI-driven vessel performance modelling. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in maritime efficiency, bringing together StormGeo’s decades-long experience in voyage optimisation with Bearing AI’s advanced machine learning capabilities. Through this partnership, StormGeo’s …

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Dutch emission-reduction technology innovator Value Maritime has signed a commercial representation agreement with international marine equipment representative Bulutlu Marine, officially expanding its presence in Türkiye. The agreement was signed on 05 June 2025 by representatives from both companies during the Nor-Shipping conference and exhibition in Oslo. Expanding value As Value Maritime’s commercial agent in Türkiye, …

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