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Intellian launches C100M GMDSS system over Iridium Certus 100
Intellian Technologies, a leading global provider of satellite communication antennas and ground gateway solutions, and Iridium Communications Inc., today announce the commercial launch of the Intellian C100M GMDSS System. Joining the highly successful C200M and C700 GMDSS Systems, this launch over the Iridium Certus® 100 service makes Intellian the only manufacturer to offer a dedicated terminal for every Iridium Certus® service tier, completing the market's largest and most
2 hours ago2 min read
Hellespont’s CEO on AI, cybersecurity and software
Phrixos Papachristidis, CEO of Hellespont Group thinks AI needs to be addressed in a people-first way, cybersecurity risks are underestimated, and the maritime digital ecosystem has become unmanageable - report from People Tech Maritime Hamburg Phrixos Papachristidis, CEO and owner of shipping company Hellespont Group believes that the idea of AI replacing people is dangerously wrong. He also believes that industry does not take cybersecurity risks seriously enough, and the
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Seafarers can get essential personal items delivered to the ship with FrontM / Sailor’s Cart
FrontM and Sailor’s Cart have launched an integrated seafarer welfare and commerce service designed to make everyday life at sea more convenient, connected and rewarding. Seafarers transport the food, fuel, medicines and goods on which the global economy depends. Yet when they need essential products, personal items or trusted local services, access can be difficult, expensive or sometimes impossible. Short port calls, remote terminals, demanding watch schedules, immigration
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Hyundai / KR demonstrate autonomous mobile robot on MPV
Korean Register (KR, CEO & Chair Mr Lee Yongsok), together with Hyundai Motor and Kia, HMM, HMM Ocean Service (HOS) and Gosung Engineering, carried out the world's first onboard demonstration test of MobED (Mobile Eccentric Droid), Hyundai Motor and Kia's autonomous mobile robot platform, aboard HYUNDAI DUBAI on July 6, 2026. The multipurpose vessel was berthed at the CJ Logistics Jeokhyeon Pier in Changwon, South Korea, at the time of the demonstration. Each participating or
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Marcura acquires assets of US demurrage / claims management specialist Fairway Maritime
Marcura has acquired the business assets of Fairway Maritime LLC, a US-based specialist in demurrage and marine claims management. The acquisition strengthens Marcura's demurrage management offering in the United States while adding specialist expertise across tanker, inland barge, and commodity trading markets. Founded in 2005, Fairway Maritime manages the complete claims process for shipowners, vessel pools, refiners and trading companies across the United States and Europe
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Indian Register launches “NEURON” online tool for access to its rules and guidelines
Indian Register of Shipping (IRS), a leading international classification society, has launched NEURON, a smart digital platform that provides fast and intuitive access to IRClass Rules, Classification Notes, Guidelines and other technical publications. Designed as a modern knowledge platform, NEURON enables maritime professionals to quickly locate technical and regulatory information, reducing the time spent navigating multiple documents while supporting ship design, constru
Jul 141 min read
Report from Nautical Institute’s Human Factors conference in London
Human factors must be treated as a central part of maritime safety as the industry responds to increasing operational complexity, digitalisation and technological change, speakers told a major conference hosted by CHIRP Maritime and The Nautical Institute. The Human Factors Conference, held at Trinity House, London, brought together maritime professionals, regulators, training experts, technology specialists and safety leaders to examine how people, systems and organisations
Jul 142 min read
CMT’s onboard fuel / lube test kits now used by 300 container ships / bulk carriers for German manager
CM Technologies (CMT) has supplied its integrated onboard fuel/oil testing and analysis kits to a fleet of 300 containerships and bulk carriers managed by one of Germany's leading independent shipmanagement companies. Implemented progressively over the past decade, the fleet-wide rollout has established a common testing platform for the unnamed shipowner, enabling consistent fuel and lubricating oil analysis across its fleet regardless of vessel type, trade route or operating
Jul 142 min read
USCG releases 5th “Cyber Trends and Insights” report
U.S. Coast Guard Cyber Command released its fifth annual Cyber Trends and Insights in the Marine Environment (CTIME) report. The U.S. Coast Guard continues its commitment to securing critical systems in the Marine Transportation System (MTS) by collaborating with the maritime industry to share best practices and provide insights into evolving cyber risks. The line between the physical and cyber domains continues to blur, where for the first time CGCYBER deployed Cyber Protect
Jul 141 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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