Latest maritime technology updates and reports
Offshore Energy
Offshore Energy reports that Maersk Tankers has fitted a second vessel with Spain-made suction sails, following the successful installation on the first vessel in January. This development highlights the adoption of wind-assisted propulsion systems in the maritime industry.
Splash247
Splash247 reports on a candid panel at the Geneva Dry conference that explored which shipping technologies are truly effective. The Digital Dry Hard Talk workshop, moderated by Neville Smith from Mariner Communications, sought to distinguish between genuine advancements and overhyped solutions.
gCaptain
ABS has announced the acquisition of RMC Global to bolster its industrial cybersecurity, risk management, and resilience solutions, as reported by gCaptain. This strategic move aims to enhance ABS's capabilities in these critical areas.
gCaptain
FarSounder is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2026, marking a significant milestone in enhancing marine navigation technology, as reported by gCaptain. The company has consistently advanced its 3D navigation systems, contributing to improved safety at sea.
gCaptain
Thorium, a largely overlooked radioactive metal, is gaining attention as a potential fuel for compact molten salt reactors, which could revolutionize marine fuel production, according to gCaptain. These reactors, being developed by Danish engineers and tested in China, might accelerate the energy transition in shipping.
Offshore Energy
Van Oord's first uncrewed survey vessel (USV) has successfully completed its initial multi-day offshore operation, as reported by Offshore Energy. This marks a significant milestone for the company in advancing its sea-going capabilities.
Splash247
Smart Ship Hub is advocating for a unified digital approach in the maritime industry, emphasizing the need to consolidate fragmented systems into a single operational layer. Joy Basu, the CEO of Smart Ship Hub, highlights this as a necessary shift, as reported by Splash247.
Offshore Energy
Stillstrom, a division of A.P. Moller – Maersk, has unveiled innovative standalone monopile-based offshore charging technology, as reported by Offshore Energy. This development marks a significant step forward in offshore energy solutions.
Offshore Energy
A hydrogen-fueled autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) developed by Canada's Cellula Robotics has successfully completed a subsea journey exceeding 2,000 kilometers, as reported by Offshore Energy. This achievement highlights the potential of hydrogen fuel in extending the operational range of AUVs.
Offshore Energy
Wärtsilä Gas Solutions is set to supply cargo handling and fuel systems for two ammonia-fueled carriers, as reported by Offshore Energy. These systems are expected to be operational by 2027, enhancing the vessels' efficiency and sustainability.
