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ABS Wavesight, the ABS-affiliated software-as-a-service company, announced the launch of the latest module of Nautical Systems (NS)-Web, the highly anticipated web-based version of its flagship NS platform. During the opening session of the 24th Annual Nautical Systems User Conference, Staci Satterwhite, ABS Wavesight CEO, was on hand to make the announcement and was joined by Gregg Pelowski, Director for Total Force Management with the U.S. Navy’s Military Sealift Command (MSC), to discu...

Technology group - Wärtsilä has signed a contract with Norwegian shipowner - Eidesvik to supply the equipment for the conversion of an offshore platform supply vessel (PSV) to operate with ammonia fuel. The vessel, ‘Viking Energy’, which is on contract to energy major - Equinor, is scheduled for conversion in early 2026 and is expected to start operating on ammonia in the first half of 2026, becoming the world’s first ammonia-fuelled in-service ship.  In additio...

Kongsberg Maritime’s rim-drive azimuth thruster has achieved Silent-E notation from DNV, the first of its kind to receive this prestigious certification.  Installed on the new Commissioning Service Operation Vessel (CSOV) Norwind Hurricane and its sister vessels, the thruster demonstrated exceptional performance in reducing underwater noise pollution during a recent trial. New industry benchmark Kongsberg Maritime is at the fore of developing innovative propulsion keys to handle th...

Brunvoll Mar-El has been selected to deliver a parallel hybrid solution for a new 32-meter search and rescue (SAR) vessel. Construction will happen at GOT Marine AS in Mandal, with completion in 2026. The new build will then be the largest SAR vessel along the coast of Norway. Hybrid system solution The vessel will be operating out of the Northern part of Norway where the weather and seas are among the roughest. The hybrid system solution from Brunvoll Mar-El consists of an Energy Manage...

Kongsberg Maritime has secured a contract from COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry to supply a package of mission-critical technology for its latest Wind Turbine Installation Vessel (WTIV), which is currently under construction for Cadeler, a shipping and construction company operating in the offshore wind industry. This is the fifth Cadeler offshore installation vessel to be built at COSCO’s Qidong yard in China, all equipped with Kongsberg Maritime systems. The value of this latest contract i...

The maritime industry, steeped in tradition, is now riding the wave of digital transformation, with big data playing a pivotal role in driving innovation and efficiency. For maritime professionals, the question isn’t whether to embrace big data, but how to maximise its practical benefits. Whether it’s a ship owner, port operator, or related to supply chain logistics, big data has the potential to streamline operations, enhance safety, reduce costs, and bolster profitability. This a...

In July, NPDL announced some changes to their shipping services for New Caledonia (Noumea) and Vanuatu (Santo and Port Vila). They will now be rolling these changes out indefinitely as outlined below. Their goal is to have improved operational efficiencies and better supply chains for New Caledonia and Vanuatu with the opportunity of improved frequency and transit times for the customers shipping from New Zealand and to the rest of the South Pacific. Recently upgraded network Operationally th...

X-Press Feeders, the world’s largest independent common carrier, announced the launch of its second green methanol-powered route, the Green Baltic X-PRESS (GBX). It is part of Europe’s first scheduled feeder network powered by green methanol. This expansion follows the successful launch of the Green Finland X-PRESS (GFX) in July and marks another significant milestone in the company’s commitment to sustainable shipping. The Green Baltic X-PRESS (GBX) will commen...

ClassNK has classed the ammonia-fueled tugboat ‘Sakigake’ completed by Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) and IHI Power Systems Co., Ltd. as an ammonia-fueled vessel. This is the world's first ammonia-fueled vessel for commercial use (as of August 23, 2024, according to research by NYK). The NYK Group company Shin-Nippon Kaiyosha will employ the vessel in tugboat operations in Tokyo Bay over a three-month demonstration period. Ammonia-fueled engines This vessel was a Green I...

Kongsberg Maritime, a global technology pioneer in maritime solutions, is proud to announce the successful completion of a project to convert the historic 'Kongesjaluppen 1976', a royal barge formerly used by the King of Norway, to fully electric propulsion. The restoration project, undertaken in partnership with the KNM Narvik Foundation and the Naval Museum, has transformed the iconic vessel into a sustainable and environmentally friendly symbol of maritime heritage. The 'Kongesjaluppen 1976'...

Kongsberg Maritime is to begin a trial of Eutelsat OneWeb’s low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite internet service on an autonomous barge operation across the Oslo Fjord. In a collaborative project with the help of Norwegian telecommunications provider Telenor Maritime, a zero-emission, electric barge, owned and operated by grocery distributor ASKO, will be equipped with Eutelsat OneWeb’s latest Kymeta Peregrine u8 flat panel antenna system for the duration of the trial. LEO connectivity...

After more than ten years of work and four diplomatic conferences, the International Association of Marine Aids to Navigation and Lighthouse Authorities (IALA) is proud to announce that, effective August 22, 2024, they will officially change the status from a non-governmental organisation (NGO) to an Intergovernmental Organisation (IGO). Based on a Convention ratified or acceded to by 34 States to date, the new status represents a significant victory for multilateralism and ocean governance, ma...

Environments with the presence of an explosive atmosphere, known as hazardous areas, require special care in the construction, installation and selection of electrical equipment to avoid the risk of explosion.  Electric motors may become a source of ignition when operating in a hazardous environment. In order to prevent such risk, they must be designed with some specific characteristics that enable them to operate safely. The correct selection of the equipment, respecting the classificatio...

ClassNK has classed the ammonia-fuelled tugboat “Sakigake” completed by Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) and IHI Power Systems Co., Ltd. as an ammonia-fuelled vessel. This is the world's first ammonia-fueled vessel for commercial use (as of August 23, 2024, according to research by NYK). The NYK Group company Shin-Nippon Kaiyosha will employ the vessel in tugboat operations in Tokyo Bay over a three-month demonstration period. This vessel was a Green Innovation Fund Project...

A significant milestone in the history of Atlas Copco Group. The Group's employee-driven global initiative, Water for All, celebrates its 40th anniversary, an anniversary that represents four decades of unwavering commitment to making clean and safe water universally available. With the belief that access to water is not a privilege but a fundamental human right, Water for All emerged amidst a global water crisis manifested through events in Peru in 1984. Aimed with the conviction that wat...

Wallem Group, a global maritime partner, has released its Environmental, Social, and Governance (EGS) report, reinforcing its commitment to safe, sustainable, and responsible practices across its ship management, ship agency, and crewing businesses. Safe and smart operations In reaffirming its role as a trusted global partner delivering industry-renowned services, the report stresses Wallem’s mission to support safe and smart operations at a critical moment for its clients and the wider...

The Maritime Technologies Forum (MTF) has released a new report offering guidelines and key safety considerations for developing liquefied hydrogen bunkering systems and procedures. The report underlines the potential use of hydrogen as a zero-emission fuel to meet the IMO Strategy on Reduction of GHG Emissions from Ships by 2050. It acknowledges the challenges associated with bunkering hydrogen as a marine fuel and as maritime cargo, identifying design and functional implications and limitatio...

Brabo, a major provider of pilot and port services in Antwerp, Belgium, has signed a deal with clean maritime technology company, Artemis Technologies, to bring an Artemis EF-12 Pilot boat into its fleet. Scheduled for delivery in late summer 2025, the introduction of the fully electric foiling vessel represents a forward-thinking shift for one of the world’s busiest ports, aligning with global efforts to tackle climate change and champion sustainable practices across the maritime industr...

Norwegian Cruise Line® (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel, has open for sale additional cruises for its 2026 spring/summer season with more port-immersive Europe sailings across Northern Europe, the Mediterranean, and Greek Isles across eight ships, providing cruisers a variety of sailing lengths and embarkation ports to plan their dream European vacation; in addition to bucket-list itineraries through the South Pacific, warm weather summer voyages through the Western Caribbean, jo...

Iridium Communications announces that Thomas J. Fitzpatrick, 66, the Company's Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Chief Administrative Officer and Bryan J. Hartin, 60, Executive Vice President, Sales and Marketing, plan to retire at year-end. Mr. Fitzpatrick will continue to serve on the Company's Board of Directors after his retirement as CFO. The Company named Vincent O'Neill as its new Chief Financial Officer and Timothy Last as the new Executive Vice President, Sales and Marketing, each to b...

Kongsberg Maritime has achieved a significant milestone for the cyber security of its products with the completion of testing to comply with IACS UR E27, which is based on IEC 62443, including DNV Cyber Security Profile 1 certification. The testing covers a range of its digital products, including automation, navigation and Dynamic Positioning (DP) systems. In order to comply with the new Cyber Security Requirements, which were introduced on 1 July, Kongsberg Maritime decided last year to exped...

Kongsberg Maritime, a world pioneer in maritime technology, has announced the launch of its new Rim-drive Azimuth Thruster, the RD-AZ-2300. This latest addition to the company’s range of electric propulsion solutions fills a gap in the market, offering a powerful and efficient propulsor for a wider variety of vessels. RD-AZ-2300 The RD-AZ-2300, with a propeller diameter of 2300mm, sits perfectly between the existing RD-AZ-1900 and RD-AZ-2600 models, providing ship owners and operators w...

Maritime software company Ripple Operations is proud to announce the acquisition of AdonisHR, a well-known Norwegian family-owned provider of crew management and payroll software solutions for the maritime industry.  AdonisHR enjoys a strong reputation in the market, with an excellent team and products, as well as an established, loyal customer base.  Crew Success Software This acquisition is supported by a substantial financial investment from New York-based software holding compan...

Okeanus Science & Technology, LLC (Okeanus), an international provider of specialised ocean equipment and marine engineering services, announces the addition of a newly designed and manufactured 20-Ton A-Frame and 125HP HPU to its lineup of specialised launch and recovery equipment. This turnkey A-Frame and HPU package is available both for preorder and as part of Okeanus’ expanding rental portfolio of subsea survey solutions. Designed and built at Okeanus’ engineering and manuf...

Brunvoll is pleased to announce another contract with AquaShip / Intership for the delivery of a comprehensive propulsion, thruster, and dynamic positioning (DP) system combination for their new live fish carrier. The choice of solutions exemplifies Brunvoll's and AquaShip / Intership’s shared commitment to innovation and excellence in maritime technology. Propulsion system, thrusters The contract includes the supply of Brunvoll's state-of-the-art propulsion system, which is renowned fo...

Marine Components International (MCI), a Dorset-based maritime equipment specialist, is set to return to SMM International Maritime Fair from 3rd to 6th September 2024 with a complete range of BSB A60 Marine Fire Dampers in Hall B5, Stand 545. BSB is a major supplier of fire dampers to the maritime industry, and MCI is proud to have global distribution rights offering prompt delivery from their UK-based warehouse backed by friendly and responsive customer service. BSB A60 The BSB A6...

They are delighted to announce that Furuno will participate in Jammertest 2024 in Andøya, Norway from 9 to 13 September. The participants will test GNSS receivers in an environment where they will actually be exposed to jamming and spoofing signals and obtain data on their tolerance. This Jammertest is the world's largest test event where resistance to jamming and spoofing can be tested in a real environment. It is organised by the Norwegian Public Roads Administration, Norwegian Communi...

WEG has different laboratories in its structure for testing and evaluating the products it develops. WEG's electrical testing laboratory for motors within the power range from 0.10 kW to 400 kW and voltage up to 1000 V in Jaraguá do Sul/SC is one of them, annually audited by globally recognised organisations such as the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) and the Underwriter Laboratories (UL). This laboratory recently achieved accreditation under the ISO 17025 standard from the INMETRO...

Oceania Cruises, the world’s renowned culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, is spotlighting a selection of its 2025 Grand Voyages, offering the most elegant way to enjoy extended travel, with bucket list trips to the most incredible locations across the globe. The diverse array of voyages affords guests the chance to discover world wonders such as Borobudur in Indonesia, the world's largest Buddhist monument, or Mount Fuji in Japan, with immersive itineraries on board Oceania Cru...

VSTEP is proud to announce its growing presence in France as Le CFANI, an esteemed institution in Tremblay-sur-Mauldre, has chosen to integrate their state-of-the-art NAUTIS simulators into their training programs. This strategic move marks a significant step in extending VSTEP’s influence in the French maritime education sector. Revolutionising Training with Simulation Technology Le CFANI has invested in two CESNI Vessel Handling simulators and an instructor/debriefing station, reinfor...