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Scania, one of the world's pioneering manufacturers of marine, industrial and power generation engines, announced the debut of its Next Generation 13-liter marine engine to the North American market at the International Workboat Show. This is Scania’s most advanced marine engine, with increased performance and improved reliability. The Next Generation 13-liter marine engine can deliver up to 30% more power and up to 8% lower fuel consumption. That translates to potential savings of up to...

The Royal Van Beest Group is pleased to announce that it has acquired Enduro Softslings. Established ten years ago in The Netherlands, Enduro Softslings has secured a pioneering position in the lifting industry through its innovative manufacturing capabilities, high-performance custom-made soft slings, and outstanding customer support. As part of the Royal Van Beest Group — the global pioneer behind trusted brands like Green Pin and Irizar Forge — Enduro Softslings will gain access...

ABS issued an approval in principle (AIP) to Encomara for its Squid™ system, a novel approach that adapts proven disconnectable mooring technology to support floating offshore wind developments. The Squid™ system builds upon the established Disconnectable Turret Buoy (DTB) concept long used in floating production projects. By utilising existing, well-understood offshore technology and installation methods, the system aims to enhance safety and reduce complexity during floating wind...

Technology group - Wärtsilä will supply an integrated hybrid propulsion system for a bulk carrier vessel being built at the Royal Bodewes shipyard in the Netherlands for Norwegian shipowner - Aasen Shipping. This will be the latest in a series of six such vessels to operate with a similar Wärtsilä scope of supply. This order was booked by Wärtsilä in Q3 2025. Wärtsilä’s hybrid propulsion system To address the industry's increasingly stringent deca...

The latest industry-pioneering analysis from ABS, Retrofits for Energy and Emissions Improvements, provides critical insights into the impact of retrofitting, including classification and statutory requirements, as well as best practices for implementation. This report builds upon the conclusions presented in the ABS 2025 Outlook, Beyond the Horizon: Vision Meets Reality. With an array of retrofit options available, each offering potential improvements dependent on a range of factors,...

Concordia Damen is proud to announce the signing of a newbuild contract with Amer Shipping for a CDS 110 Dry Cargo vessel. The agreement was formalised during the Europort exhibition in Rotterdam, where Concordia Damen joined several other Damen divisions to welcome clients and partners. This latest order continues the successful partnership between the two companies, following the deliveries of the AM Voyager, AM Explorer and Johannes Senior. Each vessel in this series is based on Concordia Da...

Wärtsilä Water & Waste, part of technology group - Wärtsilä, continues to deliver exceptional wastewater treatment performance in one of the world’s most closely monitored marine environments through its Hamworthy membrane bioreactor (MBR) systems, according to independent regulatory data from the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). During the 2024 Alaska cruise season, fourteen vessels equipped with Wartsila's Hamworthy MBR systems achieved a 98...

IMTRA, the globally renowned manufacturer and importer of quality solutions and products for the marine, energy and transportation markets, announced the addition of United States Coast Guard Veteran - Steve Baxter and marine industry professional - Alden Tangen to its commercial sales team. Prior roles of Steve Baxter Steve Baxter joins IMTRA as the Gulf Coast Commercial Sales Manager after 27 years of service in the United States Coast Guard. During his time in the USCG, he held several key...

Nauticworx, the pioneering digital platform for offshore workboat chartering, announces major updates. Incorporating feedback from the market since its inception in September 2024, the platform has not only attracted large fleets and projects, but has now also become faster, and easier to use. In addition, charterers can now - costless - join and enjoy the full benefits of the platform. With this step, Nauticworx aims to enhance the platform’s practical value: find available workboats on...

MacGregor has been selected to supply cargo access solutions for nine new RoPax vessels as part of the Grimaldi Group’s major fleet renewal plan. This significant order includes cargo access equipment for three vessels for Finnlines, four for Grimaldi Euromed, and two for Minoan Lines. The vessels will be built at China Merchants Industry Weihai Shipyard Co., Ltd. The order was booked to MacGregor’s third quarter 2025 orders received. Two different vessel designs This order i...

Kongsberg Maritime has signed a significant contract with Turkish shipbuilder and pioneering tugboat operator Med Marine to supply US series azimuth thrusters and a combination of electric and hydraulic towing winches for nine new tug designs. The agreement includes Med Marine’s new ‘VoltRA’ all-electric tug, which will be built at the company’s Ereğli Shipyard, renowned for its modern infrastructure and craftsmanship. Kongsberg Maritime’s US205 azimuth thruster...

Inmarsat Maritime, a Viasat company, has signed an agreement to deliver NexusWave for longstanding customer Coastal Transportation as the family-owned shipping company seeks a reliable and cyber-secure connectivity solution for its fleet of refrigerated and general cargo ships. Operating a regular schedule between its home terminal of Seattle, Washington, and ports throughout Western Alaska, Coastal Transportation depends on stable connectivity to safeguard mission-critical and crew communicati...

ABS issued an approval in principle (AIP) to Petrobras for its safety-enhancing “sandwich hull” design concept for floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) tanks. The design uses parts of longitudinal and transverse elements constructed with steel-concrete-steel sandwich structures that allow tanks to remain free of internal obstructions, promising to improve operational efficiency during tank inspections and enabling activities to be performed using remotely operated tools...

The maritime industry is experiencing a period of significant transformation, driven by rapidly evolving regulations, increasing commercial pressure, and a global shift towards reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. In response, DNV and the World Maritime Merchants Forum (WMMF) ESG team have published a new guide to help shipowners navigate these evolving challenges, an effort supported by industry organisations in Hong Kong and worldwide. The "Net-Zero Guide: Practical Approaches for Global...

Samskip proudly announces the official launch of its new shortsea service connecting Agadir and Casablanca directly with the UK and the Netherlands, marking a historic moment for Moroccan exports and European trade.  The new Morocco–Europe service is designed to move cargo of all types from fresh produce to industrial materials faster, greener, and smarter, providing a true alternative to long-haul road transport.  Supported by dedicated vessels, advanced reefer technology, and...

Renowned aluminium boat builder - Strategic Marine has delivered two 40m, 550-passenger low-emission catamaran ferries to the Government of Bermuda ahead of schedule and within budget. This landmark delivery is the culmination of a two-year process, which saw Strategic Marine secure the shipbuilding contract after an extensive and highly competitive global tendering process. Safe, efficient, and sustainable ferry services The vessels are ready for deployment in Bermuda’s beautiful water...

On 13 November 2025, the hull of the Nexans Electra cable laying vessel (CLV) was launched from the dock hall at Ulstein Verft, marking a major milestone in the vessel’s journey towards completion.  During its time at Ulstein Verft, the hull has been in a roofed, controlled environment, ensuring optimal conditions for work environment and precision painting. Offshore wind projects and subsea interconnectors The launch of the hull is more than a logistical milestone; it marks a symb...

In September 2025, Alfa Laval inaugurated a new and expanded service centre in Zhoushan, China. The facility places vital services, spare parts and skilled service engineers in one of the world’s largest and busiest dry dock hubs, used by vessels from near and far. As Alfa Laval strengthens its global service footprint, the centre is the latest example of a deepening service partnership with marine customers – no matter where they sail. Regional resources with worldwide impact Shi...

Helm Operations has announced that nine electronic record books within Helm CONNECT Logbook have been officially approved for use in accordance with MARPOL requirements by both Lloyd’s Register and the Republic of the Marshall Islands. This dual certification confirms that Helm CONNECT’s electronic record books meet the standards outlined under MARPOL, the NOx Technical Code 2008, and the Ballast Water Management Convention. It provides operators with a certified, compliant alternat...

Technology group - Wärtsilä will expand its main spare parts distribution centre in Kampen, the Netherlands, by 40% and consolidate nearby leased storage facilities into the Kampen site. This strategic move reinforces the growth of Wärtsilä’s global service business and strengthens its ability to serve customers with greater efficiency. The order intake of Wärtsilä’s service business has grown by 68% between 2020 and 2024, resulting in a significant inc...

ABS issued approval in principle (AIP) to Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) for its innovative HyfloWind Float, a novel hybrid floating offshore wind structure designed to enhance production efficiency and streamline deployment processes. The HyfloWind Float features a unique concrete-based steel composite design, diverging from traditional all-steel structures. This innovative approach facilitates local fabrication in regions where steel manufacturing capabilities are limited, helping lower the c...

ABS issued a product design assessment (PDA) certificate to Samsung Heavy Industries for its condition-based maintenance system, SCBM. The SCBM system has earned a SMART (MHM) Tier 2 PDA from ABS, signifying that it meets the functional and system requirements listed in the ABS Guide for Smart Functions for Marine Vessels and Offshore Units. ABS’s comprehensive standards This achievement highlights the system’s compliance with ABS’s comprehensive standards for innovativ...

Marcura and CFARER have formed a strategic partnership connecting e-commerce procurement with technical operations for fleets worldwide. ShipServ becomes the recommended platform for Ship Manager Procurement, serving around 2,000 vessels, while VesselMan joins CFARER’s offering for digital dry-docking, inspections, and technical projects. Integration of ShipServ with Ship Manager Procurement  Many operators run capable purchasing software. Yet they face a fragmented supplier landsc...

ClassNK has released the 'Part A Guidelines for Ships Using Alternative Fuels (Edition 3.0.1)'. This edition includes supplementary explanations about interpretations of safety requirements for methyl/ethyl alcohol-fuelled ships, as well as compiling key points on required plans and documents, and class survey items specifically for such vessels. Background The 'Guidelines for Ships Using Alternative Fuels' comprehensively describe safety requirements for alternative-fueled ships. It sti...

ACR Electronics, the major provider of safety and survival equipment, is launching its latest innovation in maritime safety technology – the Pathfinder AIS SART (Search and Rescue Transmitter). Debuting at METSTRADE 2025, the new AIS SART builds upon the success of its predecessor, the ACR Pathfinder Pro, combining proven reliability with cutting-edge AIS (Automatic Identification System) technology to advance search and rescue efforts at sea. IMO SOLAS regulations The ACR Pathfinder Pr...

Anemoi Marine Technologies, the UK-based pioneering designer of Rotor Sails for wind-assisted ship propulsion, has completed the retrofit on another of the largest vessels in the world after installing five 35m-tall units on the 400,000 DWT ore carrier NSU TUBARAO. The vessel, owned by bulk owner/operator NS United Kaiun Kaisha, Ltd. (NSU) and chartered by mining giant Vale International, is expected to reduce fuel consumption by 6-12% annually using the wind-assisted propulsion system. This ma...

Earliest mid-2026, the Coastguard will be strengthened with ENFORCER, a Damen FCS 5009 vessel. This vessel will be deployed in the years ahead to ensure the continuity of general coastguard duties in the North Sea. ENFORCER will provide additional support until the new generation of Coastguard ships goes into operation. Modern addition to current fleet The duties of the Coastguard have expanded in recent years. The Rijksrederij (the Government Fleet Agency, part of Rijkswaterstaat) has theref...

KR (Korean Register) has launched two new digital platforms, PILOT (Platform for Insightful LOw-emission Transitions) and POWER (Performance evaluation for Operational characteristics, Weather & aging Effect and fuel consumption Review), designed to support the shipping industry in developing optimal carbon-reduction strategies and enhancing operational efficiency. As the EU’s greenhouse gas regulations, EU ETS and FuelEU Maritime, are already in force, the delay in the International...

Concordia Damen is proud to announce the delivery of a CDS Tanker 135. Last week, the vessel, of proven, in-house design, successfully passed its trials, after having been outfitted at Concordia Damen’s shipyard in Werkendam by its long-time outfitter CCM3, and many trusted suppliers and partners.  MTS Gambler is 135 metres long and 11.45 metres wide and is designed for the transport of mineral oils. It boasts an impressive cargo capacity of 4,180 m³. Due to its proven and opti...

Skyports Drone Services (Skyports), the global pioneer in drone-enabled delivery and inspection, has commenced operations for its clean maritime drone demonstrator “BlueWater 2”. The project will see Skyports demonstrating drones’ potential to improve maritime sustainability in the UK, conducting aerial emissions monitoring, offshore drone delivery, automated port surveillance and long-range maritime surveillance. How drones can enhance smart shipping? Supported by Innovate...