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Using sensors to cross check each other
Kyungrok Kim, Vessel Performance Manager, Bestship Fuel flow, engine torque and engine RPM are correlated, but not directly. But you can map their data together to identify faulty data, and then go on to see if a problem is due to engine or hull. Bestship explained When ships fit sensors for vessel performance data, they typically fit a fuel flowmeter, an engine torque meter, and a sensor to measure revs per minute (RPM) of the engine. The readings from the sensors should
10 hours ago4 min read
Should we be sharing more data?
Holger Ritter of maritime IT company DRYNET Shipping companies may be able to find efficiencies in operation by sharing their data with others. But which data specifically? Where might you lose competitive advantage? Should safety data be shared? “When you share data, you know more, what is happening in my world, your world, how all these points connect,” said Arun Sankar, Director of commercial and strategy development, Northern Europe, with Columbia Shipmanagement, a larg
10 hours ago5 min read
Stolt Tankers uses Procureship on 100 vessels, replacing in-house procurement solution
Procureship has officially welcomed around 100 deep-sea vessels from Stolt Tankers, one of the world’s leading chemical tanker operators, onto its e-procurement platform as part of Stolt Tanker’s drive to further digitalise the day-to-day procurement operations for its global fleet. The partnership went live in June 2026 and supports a transition for Stolt Tankers, part of the Stolt-Nielsen group, from its internally developed procurement system, which is due to be retired, t
10 hours ago2 min read
BetterSea launches “Stylianos” AI tool to help plan emissions compliance
BetterSea, provider of a maritime compliance platform and FuelEU marketplace, announced the launch of Stylianos, its new Maritime Compliance Algent, trained to help shipping companies understand compliance exposure, evaluate most optimum strategies, source market quotations, and prepare compliance actions directly within the BetterSea platform. Stylianos brings artificial intelligence into the day-to-day workflows behind maritime decarbonisation compliance. Rather than operat
10 hours ago3 min read
MSC chooses Jotun’s HullSkater cleaning robot for MSC Daniela
The agreement includes the full HSS package, combining Jotun's SeaQuantum Skate coating with robotic hull inspection and cleaning technology designed to maintain an always clean hull throughout vessel operations. The installation was completed during the vessel's drydocking in China in June 2026. By maintaining a continuously clean hull, HSS supports vessel efficiency while helping preserve fuel, cut carbon emissions as well as limiting transfer of species from one harbour to
11 hours ago2 min read
Nordic B2B software investor Monterro is owner of Grieg Connect software for ports and ferries
Monterro estimates the global addressable market for Grieg Connect’s core offering is above NOK 3 billion, highlighting the significant growth opportunity. With much of the global port and logistics industry still at an early stage of digitalization, Monterro sees significant potential for Grieg Connect to expand internationally. Monterro will bring its experience in scaling B2B software companies, alongside expertise in software technology, AI, go-to-market and international
11 hours ago2 min read
LR guidance for using 3D models of ships for classification approval
Lloyd’s Register (LR) has published what it believes is the maritime industry’s first dedicated guidance for using digital 3D models in support of classification approval, marking a significant step towards digital-first ship design and review processes. The new LR-GN-066 Guidance Notes for Digital 3D Models provide shipyards, designers and owners with a practical and structured framework for using intelligent 3D models in lieu of traditional 2D plans during the early stages
Aug 112 min read
Anschütz releases new version of SYNAPSIS bridge software
Anschütz has released the latest SYNAPSIS software update, delivering new functions and targeted refinements across Radar, ECDIS and Conning applications. Designed around real operational requirements, the update strengthens situational awareness, reduces workload and supports confident decision‑making during navigation and operations at sea. The new SYNAPSIS software update introduces a set of enhancements that are fully integrated into the existing user experience and foc
Aug 112 min read
NAPA launches “Checklist” software replacing paper / static pdf checklists
NAPA, the global provider of maritime software and data services, has launched NAPA Checklist, a new product that replaces paper and static PDF checklists with a guided digital workflow. Co-developed and launched with HX Expeditions, NAPA Checklist is now being rolled out across the operator’s expedition cruise ship fleet in some of the most demanding and remote waters in the world. Three further operators are already actively using NAPA Checklist, one of which has run the pr
Aug 114 min read
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