5 May
Spire Global, Inc, a leading global provider of space-based data, analytics and space services, announced the launch of its new Deep Navigation Analytics™ (DNA) Platform, a centralised, space-powered hub that delivers essential insights to maritime stakeholders through three layers: maritime weather data APIs, actionable intelligence APIs, decision support solutions and visualisations. The platform utilises radio
5 May
Sunreef Yachts has launched another all-electric Sunreef 80 Eco. A fully autonomous craft using revolutionary green tech for fuel-free cruising in total silence and luxury. Designed and built to navigate in complete harmony with the elements. Unique in the industry, the Sunreef 80 Eco’s solar power system features ultralight composite-integrated solar panels within the hull
5 May
Marine safety equipment specialist, Ocean Safety, is launching its new 14 and 16 person ISO 9650 Type 1 compliant commercial liferafts at Seawork, 13-15 June 2023. With recent changes to the ISO 9650 regulations allowing for a maximum capacity of up to 16 people, Ocean Safety has expanded its popular Ocean ISO liferaft range to
12 May
JFD – part of James Fisher and Sons plc – has launched its advanced four-man tactical diving platform, Shadow Seal, during SOF Week 2023, ahead of delivery to United States partner Blue Tide Marine (BTM) for demonstration and training purposes. Shadow Seal is an adaptable and extremely capable lightweight Tactical Diving Vehicle (TDV) able to
12 May
The United States Federal Communications Commission (FCC) granted permission to Kongsberg to use the 5.725-5.850 GHz communications band for its Maritime Broadband Radio (MBR) products. The permission was granted in 2022, with a focus on deliveries in 2023 and beyond. The FCC is an independent US government agency overseen by Congress and is the federal
12 May
Telenor Maritime has entered into a collaboration agreement with Globetech AS, strengthening the potential for business development and providing greater market access for both partners. Globetech is a leading provider of ICT technology and services for vessels and floating offshore installations worldwide. Its expertise in delivering safe and reliable infrastructure solutions and ICT services for
19 May
The Solent is renowned as a global gateway, and international maritime businesses with links to the region now have the opportunity to showcase their work in the prestigious Maritime UK Solent Awards 2023. A new award category, International Partner of the Year, has been introduced for global businesses, collaborators, and umbrella organisations who are actively involved in international trade within the Solent-based
19 May
Technology group Wärtsilä will supply the reliquefaction system for a retrofit project on an LNG carrier vessel converted to operate as a floating storage unit (FSU). The vessel, the ‘Energos Grand’ is owned by Connecticut, USA based operator Energos Infrastructure, and is being chartered by New Fortress Energy. The order was booked by Wärtsilä in
19 May
Maersk Training and Aqaba Development Corporation (ADC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), at Maersk Training’s offices in Dubai. The MoU is aimed at developing and launching a Centre of Excellence in Aqaba that will support the upskilling of Jordanian workers. The centre will also seek to build international standard competencies in the areas of
26 May
Two more key milestones have been successfully met in the construction of four CMAL vessels at Cemre shipyard in Turkey on the 24th May. The first saw the keel laying for the newly named MV Loch Indaal, the sister ship of MV Isle of Islay, which will both serve Islay and Jura. The second marked
26 May
ACUA Ocean and HydroSurv, two UK-based companies specialising in maritime autonomous systems, have announced their intention to merge, combining extensive expertise in the development and operation of Uncrewed Surface Vessels (USVs) and associated technologies for marine surveying and surveillance. The new company, to be named Blue Ocean Autonomy, will deliver turnkey solutions across a broad
26 May
SQLearn, a recognised leader in maritime training, is thrilled to announce the launch of its state-of-the-art AI assistant, a cutting-edge addition to its Computer-Based Training (CBT) courses. This pioneering technology offers an interactive and engaging learning experience for seafarers worldwide, setting a new benchmark for maritime education. In an industry characterised by rapid technological evolution
2 June
Port of Aberdeen, in partnership with Subsea7, has secured a grant of £150,000 from the Scottish Government to investigate the feasibility of storing hydrogen underwater at the new Aberdeen South Harbour. The ‘H2Shore – Hydrogen coastal storage and distribution’ project will conduct thorough engineering analyses to determine the most effective technological approach and identify an
2 June
OXE Marine UK and Ireland distributor, Proteum has announced it will supply North Star with ten OXE Diesel 300hp Diesel Outboards. This follows successful sea trials of the twin OXE 300hp supplied to North Star’s first UK-built hybrid-powered SOV workboat “Grace Darling”, in September 2022. Specifically designed to support offshore wind projects, North Star’s vessel
2 June
The International Windship Association has launched a survey for members of the ship owning, ship operating and regulatory community to ascertain current levels of awareness around, and perceptions of, wind propulsion technology and the role it plays in the industry meeting IMO GHG Strategy targets by 2040 and beyond. Wind propulsion may be making a
9 June
SMG is pleased to be presenting a complete portable Search and Rescue (SAR) LIVE sonar kit at Seawork on Berth VA6. In collaboration with Small Specialist Craft, the sonar kit will be showcased onboard a new Kontra RotaTech 450RC:a rugged, modular rotamoulded 4.5m trailerable rescue boat. Combining the latest Garmin Panotpix Live sonartechnology with the
9 June
Ursula von der Leyen, the president of the European Commission, has kindly accepted the title of godmother of A.P. Moller – Maersk’s new feeder vessel, and the world’s first ever container vessel sailing on green methanol. The Commission President will formally name the vessel at a ceremony in Copenhagen on September 14th, where it arrives
9 June
The newest launch of 2023, the 80 Sunreef Power Red Azalea represents flawless marine architecture and superyacht comfort. With generous living space and reliable performance, she is capable of extended voyages anywhere in the world. The full-beam aft cockpit welcomes guests by a large dining table for eight. The catamaran’s invisible aft garage conceals a
16 June
Yara Clean Ammonia and Cepsa have agreed on a strategic partnership to set up the first clean hydrogen maritime corridor between the ports of Algeciras and Rotterdam for the decarbonisation of European industry and maritime transport. The partnership envisages Yara Clean Ammonia (YCA) supplying Cepsa with clean ammonia volumes, which will allow the energy company
16 June
The Maritime Standard is excited to announce the Transportation and Climate Change Conference (TMS TACCC) on September 27, 2023, at the Saadiyat Rotana Resort, Abu Dhabi. This global event will address the challenges and opportunities in the transportation industry amidst growing concerns about climate change. Bringing together industry experts, policymakers and stakeholders, the conference aims
19 June
As part of an emergency mission to transfer oil from the decaying floating storage and offloading (FSO) vessel, Safer, James Fisher Fendercare (JF Fendercare) provided a fendering and hoses solution to Euronav, the world’s largest international shipping enterprise, delivering a rapid response in support of a United Nations (UN) operation to avert a significant humanitarian
19 June
Tomini Shipping, a world class dry bulk ship owner, is bolstering its competitive capability with the acquisition of Tomini K2 (179,816 DWT), the first capesize to join its diversified fleet. With the addition of this Chinese-built capesize bulk carrier (formerly known as Thalassini Astrid), Tomini’s fleet reaches a total of 27 vessels with an average
23 June
Sailors’ Society is expecting more than 6,000 students to benefit from its 2023 Wellness at Sea Maritime Schools’ Conferences, designed especially for the current intake of cadets. This year, the leading maritime welfare charity has virtual events covering North Asia, South East Asia, Africa and, for the first time, the UK’s maritime colleges. The conferences
23 June
Leading interior outfitter Trimline has recently completed the conversions of jazz clubs into smoke-less casinos on three Royal Caribbean ships – Harmony of the Seas, Oasis of the Seas and Allure of the Seas. Ride on squads transformed the areas concurrently while the ships were in service around the US, with each ship taking approximately
23 June
APM Terminals Bahrain, the operator of Khalifa Bin Salman Port, has officially announced the launch of a ground-breaking solar power project worth approximately BHD3.8 million (USD 10 Million), which will make the port energy self-sufficient by the end of 2023. By implementing this project, the terminal will reduce its carbon emissions by 65% while also
30 June
Funded by the Interreg North Sea Europe programme, part of the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF), the ‘WASP: Wind Assisted Ship Propulsion’ project brought universities, wind-assist technology providers and ship owners together to research, trial and validate the operational performance of a selection of wind propulsion solutions. After three and a half years the project
30 June
Tideworks Technology® Inc, a full-service provider of comprehensive terminal operating system solutions, has announced that Santa Marta International Terminal Company (SMITCO), a container terminal operator based in Santa Marta, Colombia, is now live with Tideworks’ next-generation marine TOS solution, Mainsail 10. SMITCO successfully upgraded from Tideworks’ legacy Mainsail solution to the advanced Mainsail 10, offering terminal
6 July
Brenock Technology, LLC, a leading provider of software applications and consulting services for marine, cruise and hospitality sectors, a five-year agreement with Virgin Voyages, becoming its port cost management software provider. Through this agreement, Virgin Voyages will utilise Brenock’s planning and port cost management tool, Integrated Management System (IMS) across its fleet of four ships.
7 July
Upwards of 3,700 delegates from the likes of Caterpillar, Vestas, Shell, Solvay, Sumitomo, Thyssenkrupp, Desmet Ballestra, Siemens, Storaenso, ArcelorMittal, and many more, will visit AntwerpXL this November to connect, learn and do business. The industry’s best and brightest will share their ideas and insights during the three-day Main Deck conference, and the much-celebrated XL 40
7 July
Value Maritime, the emission-reducing tech specialist for ships, has launched sister company Value Carbon to manage shore-based carbon handling, re-use and storage services for shipping companies and factories. With over five years in the business of developing next-generation exhaust gas cleaning systems with carbon capture for ships, the Value Maritime leadership team is expanding its