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Serco, Exail Robotics Belgium, and Naval Group Belgium in Serexna consortium awarded the key maintenance contracts for Belgian and Dutch Mine Countermeasure Fleets Serexna, the consortium formed by Serco, Exail Robotics Belgium, and Naval Group Belgium, is pleased to announce the award of the 24NSPER contract for the maintenance of the Belgian and Dutch navies' Mine Countermeasure (MCM) vessels. MCM vessels and unmanned systems This contract includes the current MCM minehunters...

Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) commemorated its Golden Jubilee with a grand celebration in Mumbai, reflecting on its remarkable journey of 50 years of innovation, service, and leadership in the global maritime sector. Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, Honourable Union Cabinet Minister for Ports Shipping & Waterways, graced the occasion as a Chief Guest along with Guest of Honour Shri Shyam Jagannathan, Director General of Shipping, Capt B K Tyagi, CMD, The Shipping Corporation of India, Shri...

Windsor Port Authority, one of just 17 national ports created by the 1999 Canada Marine Act, has enhanced waterway safety and security across its jurisdiction on the U.S.-Canada border with state-of-the-art cameras from Axis Communications. These cameras, combined with radar solutions from Accipiter Radar Technologies Inc., provide the port with the visibility needed to prevent collisions, better detect illegal activity, and save lives along the river. Windsor Port Located on the Detroit...

According to new research on cybersecurity in the energy sector, energy companies are taking cyber threats seriously at the highest levels. Two in three energy professionals (65%) say their leadership views cybersecurity as the greatest current risk to their business. More than two-thirds of energy professionals (71%) expect their company to increase investment in cybersecurity this year.  Cybersecurity According to the latest Energy Cyber Priority report from DNV Cyber, energy companies...

A new era of offshore operations has begun with the successful delivery of REACH REMOTE 1, a 24-metre unmanned surface vessel (USV) designed by Kongsberg Maritime. This ground-breaking achievement marks a significant milestone through collaboration between Kongsberg Maritime, REACH SUBSEA ASA, Massterly, and Trosvik Maritime. Intensive sea trials Designed to revolutionise offshore operations, the REACH REMOTE 1 is packed with cutting-edge KONGSBERG technology. Its delivery foll...

Kongsberg Discovery has reached an agreement to acquire Naxys Technologies AS. The Bergen-based company is a world pioneer in technology for underwater environmental monitoring, with a specialism in recognising the sound of oil and gas leaks. The oceans are crucial for solving global challenges related to climate, food and security. CEO Geir Håøy of KONGSBERG points out that Naxys fits well into the company's technology portfolio. Advanced sensor and underwater robotics The ratio...

Hexagon announced an agreement to acquire Septentrio NV, an OEM provider of Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) technologies, to drive innovation and expand the market reach of Resilient Assured Positioning solutions. High-accuracy and performance Combining Septentrio's pioneering GNSS platform with Hexagon’s extensive positioning portfolio, including sensor fusion, anti-jamming, correction services, and perception technologies, will enable cutting-edge solutions for diverse mark...

Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) has undertaken the certification of indigenously developed marine components for defence projects, marking a significant milestone in enhancing defence and maritime manufacturing capabilities within the country. The product certifications were conducted in compliance with national and international standards/specifications. A fouling-release coating Among the projects validated and certified is a fouling-release coating, developed by DRDO’s Naval Materi...

U-Boat Worx is proud to be part of the ground-breaking HEXA, a 50-metre support vessel conversion that redefines the superyacht support experience. Born from hand-drawn sketches as a floating helipad, HEXA has transformed into a striking concept that seamlessly blends robust utility with high-end sophistication, setting a new benchmark for support vessels. With its distinctive hexagonal theme, extended entertainment decks, swim platform, and bold graphics, HEXA combines form and function in a w...

Iridium Communications Inc., a provider of global voice and data satellite communications launched the Iridium Certus™9704, its newest  IoT module, and Iridium Certus 9704 Development Kit. This transformational new module, featuring Iridium Messaging Transport® (IMT®) technology, is the smallest and most powerful created by Iridium, ideal for supporting satellite IoT applications that require real-time data analysis, analytics, and automated decision-making. Iridium Certus...

NAVTOR Founder and CEO Tor Svanes is somewhat of a legend within e-navigation and maritime technology. With close to six decades of expertise to draw on, and a track record of launching industry-defining innovations, his understanding of past, present, and future developments is second to none. So, what does he think awaits on the horizon as we sail into 2025, and beyond? FuelEU Maritime “FuelEU Maritime is just the start!” Tor Svanes has a knack for getting straight to the p...

In a ceremony in Rauma, Finland, Damen Shipyards Group and Kongsberg Maritime celebrated the delivery of the 1500th Kongsberg azimuth thruster to Damen, in a relationship spanning more than 40 years. This latest delivery continues the supply of azimuth thrusters for Damen’s wide range of tug designs, operating for its customers in ports across the world. Thruster number 1500 is one of a pair that will be installed on a Damen ASD Tug 2813, currently under construction at Damen Song Cam Shi...

A provider of secure maritime data communications software, GTMaritime, has launched a new remote access feature for GTMailPlus, which allows users to access their emails from anywhere, even if their onboard systems are offline. A recent Uptime Institute report revealed that 35% of businesses had experienced outages lasting more than eight hours in the last five years, with 54% reporting their most recent outage cost as over $100,000. GTMailPlus Cloud Access Available as standard to GTMai...

Global marine energy supplier, Peninsula, has announced the expansion of its physical supply network into the Houston market and surrounding areas. Peninsula’s re-entry will be led by Houston-based Mike Parrent who joins Peninsula as Physical Desk Manager, and Elisha Frank as Operations Executive.  Peninsula’s hybrid business model Both Mike and Elisha bring deep experience and are well-known to global customers for their knowledge and service delivery. Full operations will c...

SAE is pleased to announce it has received the penultimate milestone payment of £1.5 million under its agreement with EL (Uskmouth) Limited (“EL”), a subsidiary of FPC Electric Land. On 5 December 2023, SAE announced that it had agreed to sell the freehold land owned by SAE to EL, for a milestone-linked total gross cash consideration of £9.8 million. BESS project development The land is being used for a 460MWh (230 MW) BESS being constructed by Uskmouth Energy Storag...

Cattewater Harbour, Plymouth has enjoyed a bumper year of visiting vessels, playing host to a diverse range from historic ships to luxurious superyachts and new and returning cruise lines. Tens of thousands of visitors have disembarked at the Barbican Landing Stage, arriving into the historic heart of the city. Its strategic location and modern facilities make it an ideal berthing option.  Notable visiting vessels Some notable visiting vessels this year have included: PS Waverley &nda...

ClassNK has granted its Innovation Endorsement for Products & Solutions to a cable transit sealing management system, ‘Roxtec Transit Operate™, developed by Roxtec International AB. In order to promote the spread and development of innovative technologies, ClassNK has offered Innovation Endorsement for Products & Solutions. ClassNK supports the deployment of products and services through third-party certification for equipment and software technology with innovative fun...

Norway-based maritime technology business, Shipnet, has launched a new podcast titled ‘Talking Ship’, as it looks to make topical industry discussions more digestible and open the doors of Shipnet to wider audiences.  Available on Apple and Spotify, Shipnet’s first episode ‘Data-driven shipping efficiency’ features Head of Customer Experience - John Wills and Marketing Director - Jenny Duffy, who join the podcast Host and 20-year Broadcaster, Zoe Hanson, to di...

Kongsberg Discovery is heralding a new age of efficient, simplified, and sustainable pelagic trawling with today’s launch of the breakthrough FS80 Trawl Sonar at Pacific Marine Expo (PME). The compact, modular, and multifrequency solution is the market’s first sonar system to combine net monitoring, intake profiling, and bottom detection in a single unit, making the very latest sonar technology accessible to fishery customers, big and small. SIMRAD strength Norwegian-headquartered...

The ULSTEIN® POWER Variable Speed Generator (VSG) has been designed to optimise power generation on marine vessels by dynamically adjusting its speed to match load requirements. Together with technical measures and overall ship design, the operational results on the CSOV Olympic Boreas show a record-low 2.7-tonne fuel consumption per 24 hours during a week of DP operations. Vessel’s energy demand Running the engines at variable speed optimises power production based on the vessel&rs...

Advanced boat-handling systems supplied by Vestdavit have been installed on the newbuild CSOV Olympic Notos delivered for Olympic by Norway’s Ulstein Verft, which is raising the bar in terms of sustainability and operational efficiency for such vessels employed in the offshore energy sector. MOB and lifeboat davit “We are honoured to have been selected by Ulstein for participation in this ground-breaking newbuild project based on our well-established track record of reliable davit...

In a remarkable endeavour to celebrate and revive India’s ancient maritime legacy, the Stitched Ship Project is recreating a 4th-century common-era vessel using traditional shipbuilding techniques. The initiative, led by the Ministry of Culture in collaboration with the Indian Navy, M/s Hodi Innovations, and other stakeholders, draws inspiration from historical references, such as Ajanta murals and ancient texts. Modern safety and design This project embodies India's long-standing conne...

Hellenic Marine Equipment Manufacturers and Exporters is celebrating its 10th anniversary, a milestone for an organisation that has become one of Europe’s major supplier associations for international shipping. Established in 2014 to create a platform to unify the previously fragmented marine equipment manufacturing sector in Greece, the association initially served 15 member companies with a combined annual turnover of €178 million.  Industry practices and R&D Currently,...

“Safety is more than just compliance. It is now synonymous with security, reliability, collective relationships and people. Safety is also becoming systems-based rather than rooted in prescriptive rules or specific component procedures." "Only by embracing a proactive, systems-oriented approach to safety, can the maritime industry navigate the path to a decarbonised future while ensuring the well-being of its seafarers and the protection of the marine environment.”  ABS-classe...

Babcock are pleased to have joined the UK manufacturers’ trade association, Made in Britain. As a world-renowned manufacturer producing a range of defence equipment across the UK, partnering with the 2,100 UK manufacturers in the Made in Britain community will bring them closer to the long-term goal of ensuring the UK has a robust sovereign defence capability. Social and economic sustainability British Army has the vehicles and weapons it needs or carry out the deep care of nuclear su...

Procureship, provider of the world’s major digital e-procurement platform for the maritime sector, has reaffirmed its position in the Asia-Pacific region with the announcement that Gary Yeow is to lead the company’s Singapore office. Establishing strong partnerships With over a decade of experience in the maritime sector, including roles at Sembawang Shipyard, Sembcorp Marine, and VesselMan, Gary will play a pivotal role in expanding Procureship’s client base and establishing...

ABB has secured an order with the shipbuilding company - All American Marine to supply a hybrid-electric propulsion system for the new ocean sampling catamaran for the Orange County Sanitation District (OC San) in California. In addition to the comprehensive scope of technologies, All American Marine will draw on ABB’s extensive expertise in the supply, engineering, and systems integration of hybrid-electric vessels. The vessel is expected to be delivered to OC San in 2027. 19.2–me...

Kongsberg Discovery and Kongsberg Maritime have been chosen as the exclusive suppliers of marine scientific equipment, oceanographic handling systems, and deck machinery for two new National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) charting and mapping vessels, the Surveyor and Navigator. The vessels are being constructed by Thoma-Sea Marine Constructors, a shipbuilding company based in Louisiana, USA. Ships feature The ships feature an advanced array of technology from Kongsberg Discove...

Ahlsell Danmark ApS, through its subsidiary KJV A/S, has signed an agreement to acquire all shares in Herning Industri Lager A/S. Going forward; the company will become part of the industrial specialist - KJV A/S. Through this acquisition, the position and offering in the Danish industrial sector are strengthened. Herning Industri Lager A/S Herning Industri Lager A/S sells tools, fasteners, transmissions, machines, and other technical assortments to industrial companies in central Jylland. Th...

A new report published by DNV reveals that the majority (61%) of maritime professionals believe the industry should accept increased cyber risk from digitalisation, if it enables innovation and new technologies. The sector’s appetite to take on emerging risks arising from digital transformation is notably higher than other critical infrastructure industries including energy, manufacturing, and healthcare.  Cybersecurity risk The industry’s increasing appetite for cyber risk c...