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Launch of “near zero emission” cruise vessel Captain Arctic with sails and solar
Following successful completion of hull fabrication, Goltens Dubai witnessed the launch of the Captain Arctic , a groundbreaking near-zero-emission exploration vessel designed for sustainable cruising in some of the planet’s most fragile environments. The milestone marks the culmination of months of engineering excellence, precision fabrication, and international collaboration between the vessel's French owner, SELAR , Port Louis-based shipyard Chantier Naval de l'Ocean Indie
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ClassNK release world’s first guidelines for onboard carbon capture and storage
ClassNK has released 'Guidelines for Onboard CO2 Capture and Storage Systems (Edition 2.0)' first in the world, which assumes onboard CO2 capture systems (OCCS) using membrane separation method which are expected to be applicable to a wide variety of vessel types. The guidelines can be supported the safety development, manufacturing, and installation of relevant system. Not only fuel transition, but interest in capturing CO2 from ships' exhaust gas is growing as a way to redu
1 day ago1 min read
LAB021 to sell Accelleron digital solutions in Korea
Accelleron has signed an agreement with maritime software developer LAB021 to extend the reach of its digital solutions among Korean shipbuilders, owners and operators. Through this agreement, LAB021 can now further enhance operational efficiency for its customers – including more than 700 vessels already using its Vessellink ship management platform – by offering Accelleron LOREKA360° digital optimization solutions. Under the agreement, Accelleron will also promote Vessellin
3 days ago2 min read
River cruiser travels 10km autonomously in Netherlands
A major, and global, milestone for autonomous inland shipping was reached on Friday 24 October 2025. During a live showcase on board Scylla’s brand-new passenger vessel MS Lumière, Shipping Technology, Retina, and Scylla successfully completed the first-ever autonomous Dock2Dock voyage - from undocking in Hardinxveld-Giessendam to docking in Gorinchem. The demonstration combined Retina’s M-Pilot manoeuvring system with the ST BRAIN and Autonomous Lane Assist (ST Sailing) from
3 days ago3 min read
FLIR launches thermal cameras to support maritime navigation situation awareness
FLIR, global leader in high-performance marine thermal-imaging systems, announced today the debut of its new flagship series of multi-spectral maritime camera systems, the M460 and M560. The M460 and M560 are elite AI-powered multi-spectral camera systems tailored specifically for professional marine applications ranging from first responders, commercial vessels, and superyachts. Taking the next step from a conventional thermal camera, the M460 and M560 are complete marine-im
3 days ago2 min read
Ransomware tops maritime cyber risks, says ABS Consulting
Maritime operations run on tight schedules and thin margins, and as ships, terminals and supply chains connect systems for visibility and efficiency, attackers gain paths to entry. Cyber risk has become an operational reliability and safety concern, not just an IT issue. “Whether we are looking at this challenge through an operational or organizational safety lens, cyber risk is a critical business risk. An incident will impact everyone,” says Michael DeVolld, Senior Director
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Speed loss between drydocks with Jotun’s SeaQuantum X200 verified by DNV “lowest ever” at 1 per cent
Jotun is proud to announce that its well-known and recognised antifouling, SeaQuantum X200, has received official verification from DNV confirming an average speed loss of just 1.0% over a dock-to-dock period. This represents the lowest verified speed loss in the industry, setting a new benchmark for hull performance. “SeaQuantum X200 is Jotun’s flagship SeaQuantum antifouling, and part of HPS 2.0. It has 15 years track record of maximizing hull performance with around 2,500
3 days ago3 min read
Port of Mombasa develops “Port Community System” for improved cargo visibility
DP World has launched the rollout of its state-of-the-art Port Community System (PCS) in Kenya, marking a major milestone in the country’s journey toward more efficient and transparent trade. As the gateway to more than a dozen landlocked nations in East and Central Africa, the Port of Mombasa handles a significant portion of the region’s imports and exports, making its digital transformation critical to strengthening Africa’s trade competitiveness. The PCS was developed in c
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InterManager encourages all seafarers to participate in enclosed space safety survey
Following the International Maritime Organisation’s (IMO’s) newly tightened rules on enclosed-space entry, InterManager is urging all seafarers to participate in its global survey aimed at understanding why fatal incidents in enclosed spaces continue to occur, despite decades of safety campaigns and regulatory updates. The IMO’s recent amendments strengthen requirements for training, hazard identification, space-specific registers and rescue preparedness. Only trained and aut
3 days ago1 min read
People Tech Maritime is about improving the relationship between people and technology in the maritime industry.
This is for all people in operational maritime roles, including crew, superintendents, technical and safety management staff, commercial staff and senior decision makers.
We look particularly at digital technology (including satellite communications) and decarbonisation technology.
We run events, workshops and webinars, and produce a quarterly magazine and newsletter, reporting on our event discussions and sharing industry news.
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