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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...

EST-Floattech has been selected to deliver its Octopus Lite battery system for a new series of six General Cargo Vessels. The vessels will be built by Ferus Smit in the Netherlands for Irish ship operator - Arklow Shipping.  Working closely with the shipyard, and with Eekels Technology - the vessels’ electrical systems provider - EST-Floattech designed the system to fit the sailing profile of the vessels perfectly. This close collaboration provides both technology and efficiency gain...

BAR Technologies, a pioneer in wind propulsion and maritime efficiency, has been awarded the 2025 GREEN4SEA-Europort Energy Transition Award in recognition of its commercially proven WindWings technology. The award was presented during the Europort 2025 Exhibition, celebrating organisations driving significant change in the maritime energy transition. BAR Technologies was selected from a shortlist of respected maritime technology providers, including Accelleron, bound4blue, Brunvoll, NatPower M...

Accelleron has signed an agreement with Hyundai Marine Solution (HMS), the aftermarket and digital division of shipbuilder, HD Hyundai Group, to enter a strategic cooperation on digital solutions. Two Accelleron solutions will cover engine and turbocharger monitoring and optimisation.  Under the partnership, the companies will seek closer integration and further efficiencies across digital tools. These include HD Hyundai Marine Solution's ship management system, Integrated Smart Ship...

Cummins Inc., a global pioneer in power technology has announced that it will be presenting a range of engines at EUROPORT 2025. On display at Stand 1305, Cummins will be showcasing engines for Seagoing and Inland Waterways (IWW) applications, including the X15 Stage V, the B4.5 Genset Stage V and the QSK38 Stage V. Cummins will also be holding a presentation update on its GSK38 Stage V engine on-stand on 4th November at 3pm.  The X15 Stage V combines engine reliability with modern after...

Technology group - Wärtsilä has signed a nine-year Lifecycle Agreement with Japanese domestic ferry operator Hankyu Ferry. The agreement covers the operator’s two latest vessels, the ‘Yamato’ and the ‘Settsu’, and is designed to ensure their uninterrupted service reliability. The ships’ performance is of particular importance, since Japan’s ferry industry is one of the most advanced and efficient in the world, and operators are required t...

The ports of Duisburg and Rotterdam are pressing ahead in their close cooperation: A new letter of intent (LoI) between the ports was signed in the presence of Hendrik Wüst, Minister President of the state of North Rhine-Westphalia. With this, the two major European logistics hubs reinforce their goal of jointly developing sustainable transport corridors via waterways as well as future-oriented initiatives for the energy transition – for the benefit of industry and the supply chain b...

The Port Authority of Valencia (APV) has renewed its Port Environmental Review System (PERS) certification from the European Sea Ports Organisation (ESPO), the most widely recognised environmental standard in the European port sector. Valenciaport was the first European port to obtain this certification in 2003, and this year it has been renewed for the eighth consecutive time. This distinction highlights the port’s environmental management and the joint efforts of the entire port commu...

More than a quarter of maritime parts and service suppliers have been identified as having high or very-high cyber vulnerabilities, according to new data from Achilles Network. Through Procureship’s integration with Achilles, shipping companies can now access Achilles’ verified ESG and cyber indicators directly inside their procurement workflows, giving them immediate visibility of verified supplier credentials. The long-term partnership between Procureship and Achilles, announced i...

Sperry Marine, a pioneer in navigation solutions for seagoing vessels, has completed the first of five VisionMaster integrated bridge system installations on board a new generation of ships under delivery to one of the most advanced owner-operators in project cargo shipping. Elise is the first of SAL Heavy Lift’s new 14,600 dwt ‘Orca Class’ vessels to combine market-pioneering performance on sustainability with the ability to handle ultra-large loads including some of the worl...

Concordia Damen has received a new contract from Reederei Deymann, one of Germany’s largest inland shipping companies, for the extensive refit of a dry cargo vessel, Hirschhorn. The vessel recently arrived at the Concordia Damen yard in Werkendam, where the transformation project has now started. The project marks another example of the company’s expertise in sustainable fleet renewal. The refit involves the complete renewal of the aft ship. Originally equipped with a single engine...

Dutch maritime solar innovator Wattlab has delivered a seaworthy solar energy system for globally operating shipping, trading, and maritime services company Vertom. The recently delivered ‘MV Vertom Tula’ is a 7,280 dwt diesel-electric multipurpose cargo vessel. The solar system represents a major technical milestone and a step forward for sustainable shipping. Wattlab has delivered and installed 44 Solar Flatracks that will provide power to onboard systems, reducing 20% of the hote...

Daphne Technology and Maran Gas, part of the Angelicoussis Group, announce the conclusion of their joint pilot project that marked the first deployment of SlipPure Plasma-Catalytic Methane Slip Aftertreatment system on board the commercial LNG carrier, the Maran Gas Chios. The pilot reflects the commitment of both companies to explore innovative solutions for reducing methane emissions from shipping. Methane slip, the unburned methane released from dual-fuel marine engines, remains a key chall...

World-pioneering pumping systems specialist - Framo is taking another strategic step into the future with the expansion of its factory at Holsnøy in Vestland Country. In the first phase, two new halls each of 10,000 sqm will provide a total of 20,000 sqm of state-of-the-art production space. This marks a significant investment in capacity, technology development and local value creation. "Holsnøy will become a strategic focus area for Framo. All our aquaculture production, as...

ClassNK has released 'Guidelines for Onboard CO2 Capture and Storage Systems (Edition 2.0)' first in the world, which assumes onboard CO2 capture systems (OCCS) using membrane separation method which are expected to be applicable to a wide variety of vessel types. The guidelines can be supported the safety development, manufacturing, and installation of relevant system. Not only fuel transition, but interest in capturing CO2 from ships' exhaust gas is growing as a way to reduce GHG emissio...

RAD Propulsion, a pioneer in electric marine propulsion technology, has announced it will be launching a brand new product at this year’s METS Trade 2025, in Amsterdam this November. The British manufacturer will unveil a new addition to its electric drive portfolio, designed to meet growing demand for higher-power propulsion solutions in the marine sector. Building on the success of its established RAD 40 system, the company's latest innovation targets applications requiring enhanced thr...

In a significant move for the Asia-Pacific renewable energy sector, U-Ming Marine Offshore (UMO), a subsidiary of the Far Eastern Group, and Purus, a Singapore headquartered global major firm in offshore energy maritime services, are excited to announce the formation of UPO Holdings Co., Ltd. (UPO), a joint venture aimed at expanding offshore wind operations in Taiwan and the region. The partnership will be unveiled at Wind Energy Taiwan 2025, marking a new chapter of international collaboratio...

Peninsula, the pioneer in marine energy solutions, has successfully renewed its $400 million Singapore-based syndicated credit facility — reinforcing its position as one of the most financially robust players in the sector. This follows the renewal of Peninsula’s European banking facility earlier this year and, together with other bilateral lines, brings the group’s total funding capacity to over $1.5 billion. Peninsula’s resilient business model The Singapore facility...

Rob Mortimer is pioneering a mission to transform how industries think about fuel efficiency, emissions reduction, and sustainability. At Fuelre4m, Rob is now spearheading groundbreaking technologies like Re4mx and Styrex, designed to reform fossil fuels, cut emissions by up to 80%, and improve fuel efficiency by 15-20%. Unique fuel reformer The company describes the maritime use of Re4mx Fueloil, “No engine upgrade, new technology, additional cost or difficult implementation required....

ABS Wavesight, the ABS-affiliated software-as-a-service (SaaS) company, brought together customers for two days of interactive sessions to hear the latest product updates, strategic initiatives, and best practices for optimising the user experience with the full portfolio of ABS Wavesight software. “For more than 25 years, our user summit has been the anchor point for unveiling our latest innovations and connecting with the maritime software community to shape what’s next.” &...

ClassNK has added Japan's first hydrogen-fueled tugboat TEN-OH to its register, which is built by TSUNEISHI SHIPBUILDING Co., Ltd. This vessel was developed and build under the 'Nippon Foundation Zero Emission Ships Project', a grant program by The Nippon Foundation aimed at developing ships with zero CO2 emissions. Impacts of hydrogen fuel Based on discussions among the parties involved during the planning stage of the vessel, ClassNK reviewed the safety requirements and countermea...

The Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) Yacht Code 2021, as amended through August 2023, has been updated as the RMI Yacht Code 2026 (hereinafter the “Code”) to provide practical rule application for the increasing innovative designs of superyachts, new construction methods, and modern operational practices. The Code will come into force on 1 January 2026. The Code serves as a robust framework for safety and compliance, especially for new build projects and shipyards. It reflects...

Icelandic tech company - Hefring Marine has announced a new partnership with the Northern Ireland Fishermen’s Federation (NIFF), which was formed in early 2025 to pilot innovative solutions that support the fishing fleet in tackling rising fuel costs, improving safety, and reducing emissions. With support from the previous Marine Environment & Fisheries Fund from the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs in Northern Ireland, this initiative will see members of the N...

ABS Wavesight™, the ABS-affiliated software-as-a-service (SaaS) company, has been chosen by Navilands Group to provide a single integrated platform to help streamline compliance with the FuelEU Maritime Regulation and EU Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) requirements. Navilands will implement the Carbon Diligence suite, part of the new ABS Wavesight Advantage™ platform, across a selection of bulkers and containerships, with further expansion planned by year-end. ABS Wavesight platform...

Corvus Energy, the world’s major supplier of energy-storage systems (ESS) for the maritime industry, announced it has secured a $60 million growth capital injection from a group of blue-chip international investors. Morgan Stanley Investment Management led an investor consortium that includes Just Climate and J. Lauritzen. Founded in 2009, Corvus Energy has pioneered maritime ESS and supplies more than half of the world’s zero-emission vessels. The company has delivered over 1,300...

An advanced design of an ammonia vent treatment system from HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) received approval in principle (AIP) from ABS and the Liberian International Ship and Corporate Registry (LISCR). Ammonia vent treatment system The ammonia vent treatment system integrates compact scrubbers to treat ammonia fuel, which can escape during the purging process, to maintain safe concentration levels before discharge through the vent mast. HD KSOE says this design...

ABS issued approval in principle (AIP) to Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) for its SnapWind Float, a new design of a semi-submersible-type floating offshore wind turbine.  The SnapWind Float is designed for next-generation 15MW offshore wind turbines. It incorporates a passive ballast system and optimised mooring lines to support stable performance in harsh offshore conditions, while minimising operational risks. The concept features an execution-oriented design optimised for the developmen...

The Maritime Technologies Forum (MTF) released a comprehensive report providing guidelines for the safe inspection of methanol dual-fuel ships. The project was led by the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) with the participation of various MTF members. IMO emission regulations As the maritime industry accelerates its shift to alternative fuels under increasingly stringent IMO laws As the maritime industry accelerates its transition to alternative fuels under increasingly stringen...

U-Ming Marine Transport Corporation (U-Ming) and renowned wind propulsion technology provider - Anemoi Marine Technologies Ltd. (Anemoi) are pleased to announce the successful completion of the Rotor Sail installation on U-Ming’s Grand Pioneer, a 325,000 DWT Very Large Ore Carrier (VLOC). U-Ming is the first Taiwanese shipowner to adopt Rotor Sails, marking a major milestone in the company’s decarbonisation strategy and underlining its role as a first mover in deploying innovative c...

RAD Propulsion, the UK-based innovator in next-generation electric marine propulsion systems, announced its expansion into the USA with the opening of an office in Charleston, South Carolina. This strategic move marks the next stage in RAD’s business plan, reflecting growing demand for sustainable, high-performance marine technology across North America. The expansion builds on RAD’s successful partnerships, including its ongoing collaboration with Zodiac of North America, a renowne...