16 February
HydroSurv, a leading provider of electric and hybrid uncrewed surface vessels (USVs), has secured Innovate UK funding to commercialise an end-to-end seagrass monitoring solution with support from the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA). The project aims to provide a rapidly scalable, low-impact and comprehensive answer to the numerous challenges of monitoring seagrass
23 February
Eastern Pacific Shipping (EPS) has signed a contract for its first ever wind-assisted propulsion system, partnering with bound4blue to install three 22-metre eSAILs® onboard the Pacific Sentinel. The turnkey ‘suction sail’ technology, which drags air across an aerodynamic surface to generate exceptional propulsive efficiency, will be fitted later this year, helping the 183-metre, 50,000 DWT
23 February
Marine renewable energy specialist Innosea has been awarded a contract to provide climate change risk assessment and adaptation services to ANP Morocco – Morocco’s National Ports’ Agency. The contract has been awarded by a joint venture comprising Moroccan maritime engineering firm MDC Ingenierie, and Portuguese hydraulics consultancy Hidromod. Under the terms of the contract, Innosea
23 February
Rostock-based shipping company Reederei F. Laeisz rolled out Kaiko Systems’ software solution for condition monitoring on the 18 vessels in its fleet. The two companies announced the news on 22 February 2024. By using the solution, F. Laeisz aims to increase the operational efficiency of its ships and modernise its fleet management. F. Laeisz is
26 February
Brenock Technology LLC (Brenock), a leading provider of software applications and consulting services for marine, cruise and hospitality sectors, in collaboration with Shoretime LLC, a Software as a Service (SaaS) provider of Shoretime, an end-to-end shore excursion management solution for the cruise industry, has announced their official partnership and first contract with Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings
1 March
On 4 March 2024, the High Seas Alliance will celebrate the one-year anniversary of the historic High Seas Treaty1 being agreed at the United Nations (UN), after almost 20 years of negotiations. It will take stock of the progress made over the year towards enshrining the agreement into international law and will call on world
1 March
Norway-based HAV Design has signed a contract to design and develop four newbuild, autonomous zero-emission ferries that will operate the Lavik-Oppedal crossing on the northwest coast of Norway. Under the contract, HAV Design will deliver ship design and an engineering package for all four autonomous ferries. The ship design is based on a future-oriented operating
8 March
The Norwegian ocean science solutions provider Kongsberg Discovery, which specialises in the development of underwater robotics and sensor technology, has garnered a very positive market response to its new EM 2042 MBES first launched at the FEMME conference in Edinburgh, UK, in September 2023. Thanks to its lightweight, robust construction and ease of installation, the
8 March
The Maritime Educational Foundation (MEF) and the Women’s International Shipping & Trading Association UK (WISTA UK) are thrilled to announce a strategic collaboration to promote diversity and inclusion within the maritime industry. The partnership between MEF and WISTA UK represents a significant step forward in supporting maritime education initiatives while also fostering an environment that
8 March
The maritime industry, often viewed as conservative and measured in its approach to technological integration, is on the cusp of a transformative era with Artificial Intelligence (AI) emerging as a prominent player. Insights from key exhibitors at the upcoming Posidonia Shipping Εxhibition reveal a new landscape, where industry leaders strategically align with the inexorable rise
11 March
SSA Marine announced that it has put into service the first of six pieces of zero-emissions cargo handling equipment that the company will introduce at the Port of San Diego’s Tenth Avenue Marine Terminal over the next 12 to 18 months, while the Port of San Diego has completed the initial installation of the electrical
15 March
The 80 Sunreef Power Eco has been shortlisted in the 2024 Multihull of the Year election. The Multihulls World magazine launched the Multihull of the Year award to elect the most remarkable yachts in the multihull sector. The winners will be announced on April 3, during the International Multihull Show in La Grande Motte, France.
15 March
Leading marine safety equipment manufacturer, Daniamant, announces the launch of ODEO SOS – a cutting-edge electronic visual distress signal (eVDS), bolstering its lineup of maritime safety solutions. The ODEO SOS redefines safety at sea with its advanced features and unparalleled reliability, providing sailors, maritime professionals and outdoor enthusiasts with a crucial lifeline in emergencies. The
15 March
In response to the changing needs of its customers, Stena Line has carried out a major renewal of two of its ships, Stena Britannica and Stena Hollandica. The unique transformation, which took just 18 days per ship, offers new restaurant and bar options, modern and refreshed seating areas, and increased passenger capacity. In addition, the
21 March
Groke Technologies has welcomed the energy saving performance of the world’s first vessel fitted with BAR Technologies’ wind propulsion system WindWings®, which charterer Cargill said has achieved equivalent fuel savings of 3t per day. In a news release, Cargill Ocean Transportation, one of the world’s foremost freight-trading organisations, said the performance of the two 37.5m
21 March
Unique Group, global innovators in subsea technologies and engineering, signed a contract with Kongsberg Discovery for USD 1.7million of advanced seabed mapping and compact acoustic positioning technology for the APAC region. The agreement, for the delivery of cNODE Transponders, µPAP SSBL systems and the recently launched EM2042 multibeam echo sounder (MBES), allows Unique to boost
21 March
Port of Skagen and Stillstrom partner to decarbonise anchorage zone with offshore charging solutions
The Port of Skagen and Stillstrom by Maersk have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to jointly explore the integration of offshore power and charging solutions into the anchorage zone of Port of Skagen, also referred to as “Skagen Anchorage”. This strategic collaboration aims to address the pressing need for decarbonisation in the maritime
25 March
Vestdavit has notched up a new annual sales record for another consecutive year after seeing its order intake surge by a massive 76% in 2023 on high demand from the offshore wind and oil & gas sectors, as well as increased sales in its core naval market. The leading Norwegian davit supplier has expanded its
28 March
Manta Marine Technologies (MMT) has secured its four-hundredth vessel contract for its industry-leading automated propulsion optimisation technology system, FuelOpt™. The latest contract is subscription-based and was signed in February 2024 between MMT and J.J. Ugland for an installation onboard the company’s 60,000 DWT bulk carrier, the M.V. Jorita. “We are very proud to have signed
5 April
As part of its ongoing IT digital transformation, P&O Ferries has initiated its legacy replacement programme. With more than 30,000 sailings each year and numerous initiatives around the decarbonisation of its fleet, the British shipping company will implement a platform that will enable it to deliver solutions and capabilities to set itself apart in the
5 April
Cathelco, part of Evac Group, is launching patented ultrasonic protection technology which protects against hull biofouling. Ultrasonic Protection (USP) DragGone reduces drag and improves fuel efficiency, reducing fuel consumption and associated emissions by up to 13%. Biofouling is the accumulation of various aquatic organisms that gather on any part of a vessel that is exposed
5 April
Torqeedo, the global market leader in marine electric mobility, has announced the successful closing of the acquisition by Yamaha Motor. The closing of the share purchase agreement with German engine manufacturer DEUTZ AG, the previous owner of Torqeedo, marks a milestone in Yamaha Motor’s Marine CASE Strategy 2024, which aims to achieve carbon neutrality in
11 April
The innovative Grain de Sail II cargo sail ship has set sail across the Atlantic with a state-of-the-art ballast water treatment system supplied by BIO-UV Group. The vessel, based in St. Malo, France, transports French products to New York by sail before heading south to the Caribbean and loading locally grown organic products, such as
11 April
Greece’s revitalised shipbuilding industry will be prominently represented during Posidonia 2024, signalling a strong recovery following decades of decline and disrepair. The sector’s Greek renaissance is on the cards after the completion of the consolidation of the country’s shipbuilding units in Syros and in Elefsina, and also due to the restart of Skaramangas shipyard and
11 April
Rotterdam-based Nesec Fund Management has announced its contribution to an investment programme increasing maritime sustainability. By providing a strategic loan, Nesec plays a pivotal role in the total capital attracted by EST-Floattech from Energietransitiefonds Rotterdam, Rotterdam Port Fund, PDENH, Ponooc, and Yard Energy. EST-Floattech will put the investment to use in the ongoing advancement and
19 April
boatcare, a national boat maintenance company, founded by national boating business, boatfolk has announced a new partnership with Sleipner, a world-renowned technology company known for its products that improve safety and comfort in boats up to 160 feet. The partnership will begin immediately and is set to elevate the offering of boatcare throughout the UK.
19 April
Coastal Sustainability Alliance (CSA), an industry collaborative effort led by Kuok Maritime Group (KMG), has announced its plans to advance the maritime biofuel ecosystem in Singapore with up to S$10 million in investments. This partnership will be spearheaded by two of its Alliance members – Green COP and Ken Energy – which formalised a Memorandum
19 April
AV Dawson, owner and operator of Port of Middlesbrough has received an international award for its commitment to health and safety. The Teesside-based port operator has achieved one of the highest accolades from the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) receiving the ‘Gold’ award. Companies who receive a RoSPA award are recognised as
25 April
EST-Floattech has announced that KOTUG International B.V. (KOTUG), the leading international towage and maritime company, has chosen EST-Floattech’s containerised energy storage solution with Octopus Series for the E-Pusher 1 (Type M). On board the world’s first fully electric pusher boat is a container with the battery system of EST-Floattech, supporting the vessels every energy need.
25 April
Dutch emission-reducing tech enterprise, Value Maritime (VM) and Japanese shipping company Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL) have inked a contract for VM to supply an Exhaust Gas Cleaning System (EGCS) and Carbon Capture feature for an LR1 Product Tanker. VM will provide a 15MW next generation EGCS Filtree with its additional Carbon Capture unit set