4 June
www.bawat.com The best in ballast treatment technology Rooted in Danish maritime innovation, Bawat is an engineer-driven company with a deep understanding of ballast water treatment challenges. The company’s innovative system has made it a trusted partner for shipowners, operators and maritime stakeholders. CEO Marcus Hummer explained more to Hannah Barnett.
4 June
www.grandweld.com The full-service shipyardGrandweld Shipyards is a premium provider of high-quality shipbuilding and ship repair services. Based in Dubai Maritime City, the company has the advanced facilities and capabilities necessary to serve a worldwide client base. General Manager Jamal Abki discussed complete solutions and investments for the future. Report by Antonia Cole.
4 June
United European Car Carriers (UECC) is boosting sailing frequency and capacity on its North-South trading network with the addition of the dual-fuel LNG PCTC Blue Heritage, as well as another port of call in Turkey, to meet growing demand for sustainable ship transport in the European shortsea trade. “We are expanding our fleet with operation
5 June
Leading supplier of shortsea RORO transportation United European Car Carriers (UECC) announced at Nor-Shipping it will significantly slash fuel costs and reduce its environmental impact by equipping six more of their vessels with FuelOpt, the fuel optimisation system from Manta Marine Technologies (MMT). The agreement further cements the long-lasting relationship between UECC and MMT, which
5 June
NAVTOR has taken another step in its mission to ‘make life easier’ for shipping crews and companies, announcing a fresh strategic partnership with Sweden’s Chris-Marine. The agreement will see Chris-Marine integrate its acclaimed Trust-Ocean data collection system within NAVTOR’s NavBox and NavReporting platforms, empowering greater efficiency and data accuracy for users worldwide. According to NAVTOR’s
6 June
Dense maritime traffic causes frequent collisions with whales, but citizens can help protect them with a simple click on the Whale Alert mobile app, now available in Europe. More than two million marine vessels move through European waters every year. Shipping lanes coincide with migratory routes as well as feeding and breeding grounds of many
13 June
Meyer Werft has contracted TMC Compressors (TMC) to supply the marine compressed air system to two newbuild cruise vessels that the German shipbuilding group are constructing for Carnival Cruise Line. TMC’s scope of supply includes a complete marine compressed air system that consists of instrument and service air compressors with associated air treatment system to
13 June
Technology group Wärtsilä will supply an integrated hybrid propulsion solution for four new 10,700 DWT geared tween decker vessels being built for Dutch ship owner and maritime service provider Vertom Group. Combining the Wärtsilä 25 medium-speed 4-stroke engine with a hybrid propulsion drive train with PTO/PTI/PTH, the package is designed to optimise vessel propulsion efficiency,
13 June
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,
16 June
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
23 June
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
23 June
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
23 June
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
23 June
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,
23 June
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
27 June
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
4 July
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
4 July
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
4 July
A new milestone in ammonia-powered shipping design has been reached with the release of a detailed concept design for a 3,500 TEU ammonia-fuelled container feeder vessel. This design, developed collaboratively by leading industry partners including Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Centre for Zero Carbon Shipping (MMMCZCS), Maersk, Deltamarin, Eltronic FuelTech, Everllence, Lloyd’s Register (LR), The Decarb Hub
11 July
VARD, one of the major global designers and shipbuilders of specialised vessels, has announced that it has signed a contract with the global research organisation Inkfish for the design and construction of one of the most advanced research vessels the world has seen. The vessel is of the new VARD 9 33 design. The value
11 July
Chicago is renowned for its towering skyscrapers and seamless stretch of public parks and beaches along Lake Michigan. But since its renovation 30 years ago, the jewel of the city has been historic Navy Pier. Today, the popular attraction has undergone another transformation with the addition of a large transient marina protected by a state-of-the-art
11 July
CSA Ocean Sciences Inc. (CSA), a global marine environmental consulting firm, today unveiled its latest investment in uncrewed technology – a WingtraOne GEN II unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) – as part of the company’s natural disaster response and recovery service. CSA’s state-of-the-art UAV will now join forces with a fleet of uncrewed surface vehicles (USVs)
18 July
Seatrium Limited has announced the impending delivery of the PETROBRAS 78 (P-78) – the first of a series of turnkey Floating Production Storage and Offloading vessels (FPSO), to Brazil’s National Oil Company, Petroleo Brasileiro S.A (Petrobras).The sailaway ceremony took place two weeks ago at Seatrium’s Singapore yard, marking a significant and timely milestone. Upon delivery,
18 July
Cargo ports handle thousands of ships every year. Efficiently offloading and loading vessels is essential for their smooth operation and maintaining global supply chains. Many ports however face capacity constraints, with newer lifting equipment required to accommodate bigger ships and loads. When it comes to container crane installations at ports, work must be carefully managed
18 July
Leading water treatment specialist BIO-UV Group has introduced a new Compliancy & Performance Agreement (C&P Agreement) solution for shipmanagers looking to ensure their BIO-SEA ballast water treatment systems remain regulatory compliant and operationally tip-top. The new service agreement aims to address the challenges ship operators face maintaining regulatory compliance amid increasingly stringent ballast water management
21 July
VARD, one of the major global designers and shipbuilders of specialised vessels, has announced the signing of a contract for the design and construction of two Commissioning Service Operation Vessels (CSOVs) for an undisclosed international customer. The agreement also has an option for one additional vessel. The contract is a large offshore agreement, value between