Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore (BV), Igloo Corporation, an AI-based security operations and analytics platform company, and Hyundai LNG Shipping announced the official launch of a Joint Development Project (JDP) to develop cyber resilience technology compliant with UR E26 and E27, the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) regulations for ship cyber resilience. Igloo Corporation will leverage this JDP to enhance its ship cybersecurity capabilities and

Inmarsat Maritime, a ViaSat (NASDAQ: VSAT) company, has unveiled the next phase in the evolution of its NexusWave bonded connectivity service, following the successful launch of the ViaSat-3 Flight 2 satellite and in anticipation of the launch of the ViaSat-3 Flight 3 satellite. As the two ViaSat-3 satellites are scheduled to enter service in 2026, NexusWave customers will benefit from a dramatic increase in available bandwidth via a new generation of maritime terminal, with

ShipIn Systems has announced a landmark collaboration with NorthStandard P&I Club to offer their members a fully subsidized pilot of ShipIn’s AI risk management and fleet performance platform, FleetVision™. NorthStandard will cover the full cost of FleetVision’s BASE package on one vessel per participating Member, enabling fleets across the Club to evaluate the technology in live operations. Members are invited to enroll in the initiative from the beginning of December 2025.

MarineShift360 has announced results from its recently concluded Impact Accelerator programme, including the outcomes of BAR Technologies' lifecycle assessment of its pioneering WindWings® system. The study confirms that WindWings® achieves a carbon payback in under six months, setting a new benchmark for transparency and lifecycle performance in the maritime sector. BAR Technologies completed the ten-month Impact Accelerator programme, which applies advanced lifecycle assess

Ocean Wise and Trelleborg Marine and Infrastructure today announced a major advancement in marine mammal protection through the international expansion of Ocean Wise’s Whale Report Alert System (WRAS), a real-time alerting tool designed to reduce the risk of ship strikes on whales. This expansion includes a new integration with Trelleborg’s SafePilot Pro software, a professional-grade navigation system used by marine pilots globally. The WRAS, powered by real-time whale sigh

Raymarine – a global leader in high-performance marine electronics —announced today the official release of the Pathfinder ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display and Information System). The IMO-compliant Pathfinder ECDS is a premier maritime navigation solution for use both as a primary and backup navigation system for all vessel types, from workboats to large cargo ships and superyachts. Pathfinder ECDIS is the culmination of Raymarine’s marine hardware innovation and Chartworld’

The Bahamas Maritime Authority (BMA), one of the world’s leading flag states, has entered into a strategic partnership with IDsure, a digital credential platform, to enable the secure issuance of digital Seafarer Record Books and Competency Certificates. This collaboration marks a significant step in the BMA’s ongoing digital transformation, enhancing efficiency, transparency, reducing its environmental footprint and security across the certification process for seafarers, sh

Marlink, a leader in managed services for business-critical digital solutions, has transformed its Eik Teleport into a Managed Services Support Centre (MSSC) to support customers in adopting an increasing range of digital solutions. In addition to providing upgrades and changes to the Managed Services Support Centre, Marlink customers can now evaluate real world fleet network setups in a modern customer laboratory designed specifically for maritime operations. The upgrade pro

A study by GPS Patron of Warsaw on GNSS interference near the Kaliningrad Border (Northeast Poland) found a transition from classical jamming to combined spoofing–jamming interference, the highest recorded levels of GNSS Disruption, a multi-emitter, synchronously operating interference network, evolution of interference modulation techniques and interference strongly intensifies offshore Read more here

Accelerating adoption of ammonia as a marine fuel The MOU with Hanwha Ocean Ecotech marks a strategic collaboration to leverage Alfa Laval’s deep technical expertise in ammonia fuel systems together with Hanwha Ocean Ecotech’s capabilities in marine technology. The joint approach aims to secure early market opportunities and build competitive advantage in the rapidly-growing field of alternative marine fuels. The partnership includes cooperation on business co-development and

As the industry explores multiple decarbonization pathways, methanol is gaining attention as a practical and scalable alternative fuel for deep-sea shipping. This is supported by over 450 methanol-capable vessels in operation and on order and technical solutions now available for all major ship types. DNV’s latest white paper, “Methanol fuel in shipping,” highlights that methanol-fuelled engines and technical systems have reached high readiness levels, and that existing globa

Unseenlabs, the global pioneer in space-based radio frequency (RF) detection, announces the successful launch of its satellites, BRO-17 and BRO-20. The mission, named “LEVEL TWENTY,” lifted off from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California, aboard SpaceX’s Transporter-15 rideshare mission, with the support of Exolaunch. With this launch, Unseenlabs reaches a major milestone in the development of its BRO satellite constellation. BRO-20 marks a symbolic step forward, illustratin

V.Ships, one of the world’s leading third-party ship management companies, has adopted OceanScore’s Compliance Manager to address the growing complexities of European Union environmental regulations. The partnership enables V.Ships to efficiently manage compliance with EU ETS and FuelEU Maritime – through the streamlining of all processes, intuitive workflows and calls to action, and automated invoicing – ensuring transparency and operational excellence across its global flee

The maritime industry is experiencing a period of significant transformation, driven by rapidly evolving regulations, increasing commercial pressure, and a global shift towards reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. In response, DNV and the World Maritime Merchants Forum (WMMF) ESG team have published a new guide to help shipowners navigate these evolving challenges, an effort supported by industry organizations in Hong Kong and worldwide. The "Net-Zero Guide: Practical App

Last week, the IBJ Awards recognised Wattlab’s contribution to deliver verified fuel savings, CO₂ reduction, and a strong financial return to shipping companies. Wattlab was awarded the IBJ Environmental Protection Award for its innovative Solar Flatrack, the world’s first modular solar power solution engineered specifically for seagoing cargo vessels. Furthermore, the scale-up’s maritime solar energy system has now been independently validated by TNO. The IBJ Awards is a lon

OCI Global (Euronext: OCI) and VICTROL have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly develop a safe, scalable and commercially viable supply chain for clean ammonia bunkering in the Netherlands and Belgium. This strategic collaboration marks an important step in accelerating the decarbonization of the maritime industry. Under the terms of the collaboration: OCI’s subsidiary OCI Ammonia Distribution B.V. will lead the sourcing and import of clean ammonia – both bl

Ardmore Shipping Corporation (NYSE: ASC) ("Ardmore" or the "Company") has rolled out a fleetwide deployment of SteelCorr, an AI-powered application designed to enhance corrosion monitoring and paint maintenance across its fleet. The initiative marks another step in Ardmore’s strategy to embed innovation into everyday operations and support safety, performance, and long-term asset integrity. The SteelCorr Digital Paint Report (DPR)© app is now in use across Ardmore vessels, en

Two people have been arrested and a boat captain is under investigation after a ferry ran aground on rocks off South Korea's south-west coast. Read more here on BBC News

FrontM, the AI-powered digital toolbox platform for maritime operations, today announced the wider rollout of its Loft Kiosk  infotainment solution that is rapidly redefining safety culture, shipboard communication and crew wellbeing across leading global fleets. With over 1.89 million seafarers working in international shipping, ensuring clear communication, continuous learning and strong safety practices is vital. Yet challenges remain: DNV reports that 60% of shipboard sta

Armona Ship Management, part of the Atlantis Tankers Group, has partnered with OneLink Performance, to deploy a suite of integrated digital solutions across its fleet.The collaboration marks a major investment in Armona’s drive to enhance technical efficiency and data-led performance management. The agreement brings Onelink’s POCR, Routelink, and Enginelink SmartApp platforms into Armona’s daily operations, uniting voyage planning, performance analytics, and predictive maint