IT managers from Ionic, Seaven Tankers and Newport, with Dimitris Lyras, discussed how we can get better software, including demonstrating success with KPIs, getting small successes, value from AI, and defining maturity Shipowners are rarely willing to spend enough on software to cover the costs of developing software which truly helps people make better decisions, said Dimitris Lyras, director of Paralos Maritime. He was moderating a panel session of IT managers at the Peo

The chartering software tools demonstrated so far to Iakovos Archontakis, chartering executive of TMC Shipping seem overly complex, would take too much time, and do not fully encapsulate the challenges of chartering decision making Iakovos (Jack) Archontakis, senior maritime strategy consultant, chartering executive and commercial director with TMC Shipping, has not been impressed with much of the chartering software demonstrated to him so far. He explained why, speaking at

The Port of Dover has installed an advanced monitoring system with integrated Meteor MRC cameras to gather data on ferry berthing events and the real-world performance of berth fender systems. The project aims to gather data that can be used to better inform maintenance planning and alert the port’s asset engineers to any significant berthing events that might compromise the effectiveness of the berthing fenders. Sensors have been installed to measure the magnitude of fender

Navarino is delighted to have teamed up with Goldenport Ship Management and SpaceX to create a case study about how Goldenport is using the unlimited Starlink plan from Navarino to optimise business operations and enhance crew welfare across their fleet. Read the full case study below. SITUATION Goldenport Shipmanagement Ltd. is a Greece-based shipowner and manager offering integrated ship management services. The company operates a fleet of approximately 31 vessels, primaril

Marlink, a global leader in managed services for business-critical digital solutions, has been selected by TUI Cruises to deliver resilient digital experiences for guests, crew and ship operations through a fully managed hybrid connectivity and digital services platform for Mein Schiff Flow, the latest addition to the cruise operator’s fleet. Scheduled for christening in Trieste, Italy, on 20 June 2026, Mein Schiff Flow will enter service with a fully integrated connectivity

Idwal, the global vessel assurance business, has partnered with Daiwa Kisen to deliver independent inspections across selected vessels in its fleet, with a focus on strengthening condition oversight and enabling more informed technical decision-making. The partnership will primarily cover bulk carriers alongside one containership, with scope to expand the programme in line with Daiwa Kisen’s future requirements. Through the programme, Daiwa Kisen will gain a clear, objective

ABS, Polaris Shipping, HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) and autonomous navigation solutions provider AVIKUS have signed a four-party Concept Study Agreement for the implementation of a Conditional Unmanned Bridge. Under the agreement, the parties will jointly develop an autonomous navigation concept enabling unmanned bridge operation during deep-sea voyages, when defined conditions are met, on one of Polaris Shipping's 325K Very Large Ore Carriers (VLOCs). The concept is not

LEVANTE FERRIES is the only Greek ferry operator participating in the new European project FIT-HORIZONS (Flexible Tool Environment for Holistic Retrofits and Decarbonization of Ships), which aims to accelerate ship retrofits across Europe in a quick, safe and cost-effective manner. The project is funded by the European Union’s Horizon Europe Program, and brings together 19 leading organizations from 12 countries, including shipping companies, research institutes, universities

Smart Ship Hub (SSH), the maritime intelligence and data collection platform, has launched one of the industry’s lowest priced universal onboard data loggers, dramatically reducing the cost and complexity traditionally associated with vessel digitalisation. Priced at under $600, the Onboard Gateway captures high-frequency operational data from a vessel’s main engine, diesel generators, MOP, boilers, flow meters, shaft power meters, navigation systems, cargo consoles and other

ClassNK has launched the co‑creation digital marketplace “ClassNK Design Data Marketplace” for stakeholders in the maritime industry. The marketplace is a matching site designed to promote linkage and utilization of 3D models and design data created ship design and owned by shipyards and design firms, together with various services provided by software vendors and other providers. It enables a wide range of stakeholders seeking design data or services to search for and compar

Northern Marine Management, part of the Stena Group, has agreed to roll out Kaiko Systems’ digital inspection reporting platform across its managed fleet following a successful pilot. The rollout will begin with Kaiko’s Shore Reports solution, which supports Northern Marine’s shore-based inspection teams with a more structured digital workflow for capturing findings and producing reports. The aim is to improve consistency, reduce administrative effort and support timely repor

SpecTec, the maritime industry’s leading asset management technology company and founder of fleet asset management software, has launched AMOS Procure Smart. The AI powered platform is built specifically for maritime fleet operators and addresses one of shipping’s biggest hidden cost challenges around structural procurement inefficiency. By connecting maintenance schedules, inventory, supplier data, and financial controls into a single procurement workflow, the new solution a

Ship operators face mounting pressure from environmental reporting, with crews and office staff spending hours on manual processes. Ulstein Digital now launches two AI-powered solutions to automate this: an MRV solution for EU/UK MRV and EU ETS, and a NOx solution for quarterly reporting in Norwegian waters, reducing risk while freeing up time and resources. Both solutions connect directly to data sources the vessel is already generating, with minimal hardware changes require

HarborLab, the AI-powered platform for port cost management, has launched a new feature that automates the creation of Disbursement Accounts from Proforma to Final and reduces this time-consuming, manual task to a single click. With the Single-Click Port Expenses DA Creator, an agent selects the terminal and enters the agency fee. The platform automatically populates all associated port expenses based on the latest port tariffs. The agent then uploads the physical DA as well

The Swedish Club’s 154th AGM Members’ Day brought together members and industry experts to examine how cyber threats and geopolitical instability are reshaping risk for the shipping industry. Held alongside the Club’s Annual General Meeting in Gothenburg, the event focused on the increasing overlap between cyber security, geopolitical developments and operational resilience, and the challenges this creates for shipowners and operators navigating an increasingly interconnected

Mintra, a leading provider of digital learning and workforce management solutions for safety-critical industries, has launched an immersive learning capability designed to make realistic maritime safety training more accessible, affordable and effective at sea. Built by seafarers for seafarers, the new capability uses advanced 3D simulation technology powered by Unreal Engine to move beyond traditional eLearning and place learners inside operational scenarios that reflect rea

Maranics, the operational data platform for demanding industries, today announces the closing of a financing round led by Disruptive Ventures, the Swedish operational investor focused on accelerating fast-growing technology companies. The round includes participation from Norwegian co-investors Benedicte Mjös Hagen and Tom Melbye Eide, both senior executives with long careers in shipping and energy. Existing shareholders Västekustens Affärsänglar (VASTAF), the west Swedish bu

The Port of Long Beach established an unprecedented $1 million award for the first oceangoing vessel to refill at its harbor with methanol on a commercial scale in an effort to jumpstart the industry’s transition to cleaner, lower-carbon fuels like methanol. Approved Monday by the Long Beach Harbor Commission, the Clean Fuel Bunkering Challenge is expected to send a strong signal to the global market of the interest in expanding the availability of clean marine fuels. Details

OceanScore and Anglo-Eastern Univan Group (“Anglo-Eastern”) are working together to support compliance with the European Union Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) and FuelEU Maritime regulations across vessels under Anglo-Eastern’s management. The cooperation began in mid-2025 as part of Anglo-Eastern’s broader preparations ahead of the phased introduction of new decarbonisation requirements. The focus of the collaboration is on establishing consistent processes for data manage

Eutelsat (ISIN: FR0010221234 – Euronext Paris / London Stock Exchange: ETL) and Tototheo Global, a leading provider of maritime technology and connectivity solutions, have signed a new partner agreement for Eutelsat’s Low Earth Orbit (LEO) connectivity services. Under the agreement, Tototheo Global will deliver Eutelsat’s LEO services to maritime customers worldwide and serve as a key partner for Enterprise, Civil and Military Government connectivity requirements across Gree