Tankers under attack – salvors have seen it all before
As salvors react to commercial vessels becoming innocent victims of conflict in the Gulf region, Peter Barker reflects on how the industry dealt with a similar but far greater Iran/Iraq war of the 1980s.
Pushing the envelope of ocean understanding
A new ocean research vessel owned and operated by Royal Netherlands Institute for Sea Research (NIOZ) is the recipient of a comprehensive package of advanced technologies.
Role model with a mission - BMT names new Global Technical Director
BMT, the international maritime design, engineering, science and risk-management organisation, has appointed Catriona Savage to the newly created role of Global Technical Director.
WATCH: Seawork showcases pioneering hydrogen retrofit project
Approval in Principle was announced by Lloyd’s Register at Seawork this year, demonstrating the growing maturity of hydrogen propulsion for commercial vessels.
Mecal approved as new certifying authority for ROUVs
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) continues to expand the roster of organisations able to certify remotely operated unmanned vessels (ROUVs).
C-Quip dives into commercial marine equipment
For nearly three decades, C-Quip has built its reputation as a distributor of marine equipment for the recreational boating sector. But as the leisure marine market has become increasingly challenging, the Hampshire-based company has launched a dedicated commercial division, broadening its reach while remaining committed to its traditional customer base. CEO Ian Cooke talks to Maritime Journal editor Debbie Mason about the company’s new direction, while still holding on to its recreational roots.
Vard wins €220 million first-of-a-kind contract
Vard has won its first-of-a-kind €220 million contract for two multi-function buoy and lighthouse maintenance vessels from British charity Trinity House.
Tankers under attack – salvors have seen it all before
As salvors react to commercial vessels becoming innocent victims of conflict in the Gulf region, Peter Barker reflects on how the industry dealt with a similar but far greater Iran/Iraq war of the 1980s.
Spanish approval clears path for floating wind demonstrator
Spain has cleared a major regulatory hurdle for the deployment of a floating offshore wind demonstrator.
Vard wins €220 million first-of-a-kind contract
Vard has won its first-of-a-kind €220 million contract for two multi-function buoy and lighthouse maintenance vessels from British charity Trinity House.
