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LR approval for HD Korea’s autonomous auxiliary machinery system
Lloyd's Register (LR) has awarded Approval in Principle (AiP) to HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) for VesselWise's ‘Autonomous Auxiliary Machinery Optimisation Function’, recognising the concept's compliance with the SAFE, PERFORM and Security requirements of LR's ShipRight Digital Ships framework. The AiP was presented during Gastech 2026 in Bangkok. Developed as a core application within HD KSOE’s Integrated Smartship Solution (ISS) platform, the auton
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KR / HD Hyundai software to assess hull structural safety
KR (Korean Register) and HD Hyundai Samho have jointly developed a program that enables rapid assessment of hull structural safety during partial launching in the shipbuilding process. The two companies carried out the eight-month joint development project, titled “Automated Structural Analysis Program for Partial Launching Conditions Based on Direct Strength Analysis (DSA),” from February 2026. KR presented HD Hyundai Samho with a project completion certificate on September
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HD Korea / DNV to develop “software defined vessel” technologies
DNV and HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to explore strategic collaboration on Software Defined Vessel (SDV) technologies and associated verification and assurance frameworks. The collaboration will combine HD KSOE’s work in SDV technologies and digital ship systems with DNV’s expertise in the independent assurance, verification, and certification of maritime technologies. The agreement was signed during Ga
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AST offers two month free unlimited trial of OneWeb
New 'Try Before You Buy' promotion gives maritime customers the opportunity to experience high-speed, low-latency LEO connectivity on their own vessels before committing to the service. The promotion provides qualifying vessels with two months free unlimited OneWeb connectivity, with an Intellian OW10 antenna supplied on a sale-or-return basis. There are no upfront costs for the antenna and no expectations of a commitment after the free trial. The proposition is deliberately
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Vikand launches pharmaceutical delivery / supply chain service for ships
VIKAND, a global leader in maritime healthcare, today announces the launch of VIPHARMA, a new subsidiary providing global medical and pharmaceutical supply chain solutions for the maritime industry. The new subsidiary helps maritime operators navigate the complex process of sourcing, managing and delivering the pharmaceuticals, medical devices, equipment and consumables needed to support healthcare at sea. Building on VIKAND's 15 years of maritime healthcare experience, it gi
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ABS to develop standards for “smart ships” with three Korean organisations
ABS has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with three Korean maritime organizations to advance the development of international standards for the next generation of smart ships and shipyards. The Korea Marine Equipment Research Institute (KOMERI), the Korean Offshore & Shipbuilding Association (KOSHIPA) and the Research Institute of Medium & Small Shipbuilding (RIMS) have joined ABS in a five-year framework to develop global benchmarks for vessels and shipyards that t
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Eutelsat orders 229 more OneWeb satellites from Airbus
During the International Space Summit, in Paris, and in the presence of Philippe Baptiste, Minister of Higher Education, Research and Space for France, Eutelsat has ordered 229 more satellites from Airbus to strengthen its OneWeb constellation. Eutelsat has signed an Authorisation to Proceed (ATP) with Airbus Defence and Space covering initial industrial activities for these 229 satellites. They are planned in addition to the 440 satellites already procured from Airbus due fo
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Speedcast appoints Ross Rosenberg as CEO to lead focus on “edge intelligence”
Speedcast, a leading global provider of remote communications and IT solutions, announced today the appointment of Ross Rosenberg as Chief Executive Officer, effective this month. Rosenberg succeeds Jim Frownfelter, who has returned to his previous role as Executive Chairman of the Speedcast Board of Directors, a position he has held since the company’s 2021 recapitalization by Centerbridge Partners. Frownfelter served in dual roles as Speedcast’s CEO and Executive Chairman
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90POE’s “OpenOcean STUDIO” software certified to meet needs of emissions regulations
90POE (Ninety Percent of Everything Ltd), the maritime software company behind OpenOcean STUDIO, has achieved independent certification from Normec Verifavia, confirming that its platform meets the data, process and functionality requirements of six major emissions and fuel compliance regimes. The certification covers: EU MRV (Regulation (EU) 2015/757 - Monitoring, Reporting and Verification) EU ETS (the maritime extension of the EU Emissions Trading System) UK MRV (the UK's
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