The UltraBattery UB-50-12 is one of the products covered by EMP certification Photo: The Furukawa Battery Company

Latest Maritime Battery report shows evolving sector trends

2026-04-09T15:46:00+01:00

The maritime battery sector is rapidly evolving, with more approvals, different chemistries and greater vessel electrification, a report by the Maritime Battery Form has shown.

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RINA signs MOU to promote battery-hybrid propulsion

2026-04-09T10:30:00+01:00

Global ship classification body RINA (Registro Italiano Navale) has pledged to work with the South Korean group Hanwha on greater adoption of advanced battery-hybrid propulsion systems in the maritime sector.

SAR 1906 vessels

Over 27,000 lives saved - new contract signed

2026-04-09T14:38:00+01:00By Seawork Press FP

International delegations attended a meeting marking the signing of a contract for the delivery of thirteen Search and Rescue (SAR) 1906 vessels to be operated by the Turkish Coast Guard.

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MOD contracts drive growth and jobs

2026-04-09T14:38:00+01:00By Seawork Press FP

Griffon Marine is set to create new skilled jobs and further economic growth across the Solent UK region following its recent contract awards under the UK MOD’s BISS 26 programme.

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Anzac Class Design Support Contract for BMT

2026-04-09T14:38:00+01:00By Seawork Press FP

BMT has joined forces with BAE Systems Australia, the prime contractor for the Design Support Contract (DSC) supporting the Royal Australian Navy’s Anzac class frigates.

FS Barrus Installation 2

Delivering lifesaving outreach, community engagement and training opportunities

2026-04-09T14:38:00+01:00By Seawork Press FP

Barrus Ltd has confirmed its support for FreeSpirit of the Sea, a purpose-built charity vessel designed to deliver lifesaving outreach, community engagement and training opportunities.

Gotland Horizon X

​ Electric shift for Baltic ferry as hybrid vessel deal signed

2026-04-09T08:22:00+01:00

A Swedish ferry operator has signed an agreement to install a large-scale battery system on a new hybrid high-speed vessel as part of efforts to reduce fuel use and emissions on a key Baltic Sea route.

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OfCom opens consultation for clearer signals, safer seas

2026-04-08T10:59:00+01:00

The UK’s communications regulator has opened a consultation on Maritime Spectrum Licences to align them with international practice and simplify processes, it says.

The UltraBattery UB-50-12 is one of the products covered by EMP certification Photo: The Furukawa Battery Company

Latest Maritime Battery report shows evolving sector trends

2026-04-09T15:46:00+01:00

The maritime battery sector is rapidly evolving, with more approvals, different chemistries and greater vessel electrification, a report by the Maritime Battery Form has shown.

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​Offshore wind surge risks transport bottlenecks, data warns

2026-04-08T10:18:00+01:00

With the demand for offshore wind components predicted to surge in the coming years, getting them to where they’re needed could become an issue, analysis by maritime data analytics company Spinergie has found.

Teesport

Teesport Offshore Gateway aims to rival UK’s largest offshore wind ports

2026-04-07T13:38:00+01:00

 PD Ports says it plans to have a major offshore wind hub up and running within two years, competing with the more established UK ports.

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