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.
Supporting the people who keep our ports moving
It’s second helpings for Briggs Marine, as the company returns to sponsor the UK Harbour Masters Association (UKHMA) lunch at Seawork 2027.
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.
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.
Two workboats line up for battery power
Marine battery firm AYK Energy is supplying battery systems for two workboat projects including a new diesel-electric dredger and the conversion of a port patrol vessel to fully electric propulsion.
Estonia takes delivery of biomethane- and battery-powered workboat
A multi-purpose workboat powered by compressed biomethane (CBM) and battery-electric propulsion has entered service with Estonia’s state fleet, becoming one of only a handful of biomethane-fuelled vessels operating anywhere in the world.
Two workboats line up for battery power
Marine battery firm AYK Energy is supplying battery systems for two workboat projects including a new diesel-electric dredger and the conversion of a port patrol vessel to fully electric propulsion.
