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technology May 4, 2026

Ashdod Invests in AI to Enhance Port CCTV Capabilities

Israel's port of Ashdod has invested $650,000 in the AI startup Conbo to transform its CCTV system into a real-time operational intelligence network, as reported by Splash247. The successful pilot project demonstrated the software's ability to analyze live camera feeds, tracking vehicles, cargo, and equipment.

Ashdod (IL)

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Offshore Energy

technology April 30, 2026

Maersk Tankers Equips Second Vessel with Spanish Suction Sails

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.

Offshore Energy

Splash247

technology April 30, 2026

Geneva Dry Workshop Evaluates Effective Shipping Technologies

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.

Splash247

gCaptain

technology April 30, 2026

ABS Enhances Cybersecurity with RMC Global Acquisition

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

technology April 29, 2026

FarSounder Commemorates 25 Years of Marine Navigation Innovation

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

technology April 29, 2026

Thorium: A Potential Game-Changer for Marine Fuel Production

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.

gCaptain

Offshore Energy

technology April 29, 2026

Van Oord's USV Completes First Multi-Day Offshore Mission

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.

Offshore Energy

Splash247

technology April 29, 2026

Smart Ship Hub Advocates Unified Digitalisation in Maritime Sector

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.

Splash247

Offshore Energy

technology April 27, 2026

Stillstrom Launches New Offshore Charging Technology

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

technology April 24, 2026

Hydrogen-powered AUV Surpasses 2,000 km Subsea Journey Expectations

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