INTERVIEW: Ports under pressure: ‘It will work, because it has to’
Whether it’s offshore energy, emissions, autonomy, electrification, digitalisation, national resilience or a host of other changes, the port is in many ways the key to a successful transition - but the infrastructure, investment model and regulatory framework aren’t keeping pace. UK Harbour Masters Association executive officer Captain Martin Willis talks to Maritime Journal about the challenges.
Wait is over for island communities as first delivery arrives
French boat builder Piriou has announced two major milestones in a fleet renewal programme which provides services between Penzance and the Isles of Scilly.
Bringing an operator’s perspective to the challenges facing ports today
BMT has appointed Tim Glenister as business development manager, ports and resources – APAC, bringing extensive marine operations and port maintenance experience
Fruitful discussions send CSD to DRC
Representatives of Metalkol have successfully completed the technical inspection of their newly acquired Cutter Suction Dredger (CSD) 500 at the Damen Dredging yard in the Netherlands.
When Austrian marine engineering meets Italian design
Returning to Seawork in 2027 is this year’s first-timer Belassi, an Austrian developer and manufacturer of high-performance marine propulsion systems for compact watercraft, jet boats and USVs.
Tailored tug heads to the Aegean
Damen Shipyards Group has signed a contract with Greece-based Aegean Tugs Shipping Company for an ASD Tug 2811.
Allseas orders unique heavy transport vessel for offshore wind
A 230-meter semi-submersible vessel has been ordered by global offshore contractor Allseas to transport huge converter stations to its construction vessel Pioneering Spirit.
Seven deaths, 1 billion hours: IMCA safety report demands closer look
A new safety report from the offshore and marine contracting industry paints a mixed picture of real progress in some areas, but a rise in fatalities that’s causing genuine concern, writes Peter Barker.
In pictures: massive monopiles for world’s largest wind farm
The biggest turbine monopiles in Southern Europe have been delivered to Ørsted destined for Hornsea 3, the world’s largest offshore wind farm when installed off the UK eastern coast.
In pictures: massive monopiles for world’s largest wind farm
The biggest turbine monopiles in Southern Europe have been delivered to Ørsted destined for Hornsea 3, the world’s largest offshore wind farm when installed off the UK eastern coast.
