Latest maritime technology updates and reports
Seatrade Maritime
Knutsen LNG has decided to expand the trial of Syroco Live routing software to its entire fleet, emphasizing the software's ease-of-use as a key factor, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. The decision reflects a crew-first approach to technology deployment.
Offshore Energy
Eidesvik Offshore is set to launch the first offshore vessel operating on ammonia this autumn, as reported by Offshore Energy. The conversion is being handled by Halsnøy Dokk, marking a significant step in maritime fuel innovation.
Offshore Energy
Everllence, previously known as MAN Energy Solutions, is set to supply its electrically driven compressor technology to MODEC for a floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) unit destined for Guyana, as reported by Offshore Energy.
Splash247
Vale and Everllence are collaborating to develop ethanol-powered engines for maritime use, as reported by Splash247. The cooperation agreement aims to advance the use of ethanol as a marine fuel, marking a significant step in sustainable shipping technology.
Seatrade Maritime
Vale and Everllence are partnering to develop an ethanol-powered engine, with expectations that this marine fuel will gain traction in Brazil and China, as reported by Seatrade Maritime.
gCaptain
Vega Reederei's new eco-friendly cargo vessels will be equipped with Inmarsat Maritime's bonded connectivity solution, providing always-on connectivity and enhanced cyber-security, as reported by gCaptain. The installation aims to meet the growing demands for unlimited data on modern vessels.
Offshore Energy
Swiss marine power company WinGD has successfully completed the world's first quality assurance for an ammonia-fuelled two-stroke engine, as reported by Offshore Energy. This development marks a significant step forward in sustainable marine propulsion technology.
Kongsberg Maritime has been selected to supply an integrated technology package for a cable laying vessel in South Korea, as reported by Offshore Energy. This order highlights Kongsberg's ongoing involvement in advanced maritime technology projects.
Splash247
The smart feeder vessel Zhi Fei has successfully completed a fully autonomous operation at Qingdao port, marking a significant advancement in unmanned shipping technology. As reported by Splash247, the 300 teu, battery-electric Zhi Fei executed the entire process, including navigation and container handling, without human intervention.
Splash247
Swiss engine designer WinGD has achieved a milestone with the first type approval and factory acceptance testing of an ammonia-fuelled two-stroke marine engine, as reported by Splash247. The X52DF-A-1.0 engine underwent successful testing in January at HD Hyundai Heavy Industries' facilities in South Korea, marking a significant step towards the commercial use of ammonia propulsion.
