Industry News – Page 4
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NewsCertification must be at the crest of the USV wave
From aviation’s drones to automotive’s driverless cars and computing’s generative AI, automation is quickly becoming a technological and operational reality. It’s all going to need to be regulated and certified, say authors for Maritime Journal from Fugro company SEA-KIT and Lloyd’s Register.
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NewsInfraVia takes 80% stake in Louis-Dreyfus Armateurs
Historic family-owned marine services firm Louis Dreyfus Armateurs (LDA) has sold 80% of its shares to private equity firm InfraVia.
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NewsWindcat expands its offshore wind vessel fleet
Six new CTVs will will play a crucial role in supporting offshore windfarms by transporting crew and materials
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NewsDanish firm lights up the US Coast Guard
Danish navigation light systems company Lopolight has been selected to shine its lights on potentially 11 US Coast Guard Offshore Patrol Cutters (OPCs).
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News - VideosWATCH: Volvo Penta powers up police vessels
Marine engine design and manufacturer Volvo Penta’s recently developed IPS will be used to power police vessels around hundreds of kilometres of Australian coast and waterways.
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NewsTwo CTVs delivered under finance programme
A batch of seven CTVs will be delivered under Diverse Marine’s Finance & Lease Programme, which helps vessel owners under pressure from rising costs and competition.
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NewsMajor firms merge to form offshore energy mammoth
Two of the world’s largest offshore firms have agreed a €43 billion merger, to be completed in the second half of 2026.
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NewsSubsea spending shows faith in UK offshore wind
A seven-figure sum will be spent on a Subsea Services department as Green Marine UK signals its confidence in the offshore wind sector.
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NewsHUGIN AUV boosts US Navy’s subsea capabilities
Kongsberg’s HUGIN Superior AUV will provide enhanced subsea inspection and security capabilities to the US Navy
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NewsCinia reports more subsea cable ‘disturbance’
Finnish connectivity company Cinia Oy has reported another cable disruption incident in the latest of a string of reports in the Baltic Sea area.
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NewsEU calls for critical cable security upgrade
Critical subsea cables will be protected in a raft of measures being drawn up, the European Commission has said in response to a recent spate of suspected sabotage incidents.
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NewsShock WBV and Loki form dynamic partnership
Seawork Award winner Shock WBV has joined forces with Loki Dynamics, the marine equipment distributor.
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NewsNYK invests in Swedish CTV fleet
NYK Line has made its financial move into Swedish CTV fleet owner Northern Offshore Group (N-O-G).
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NewsReport highlights skills gaps in shipbuilding
A new report highlights the need to plug anticipated knowledge gaps in technology if the UK’s shipbuilding sector is to remain viable
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NewsSubsea cables: A growing backbone in need of strengthening
In an era of rapid offshore wind expansion, increasing global connectivity and a spate of recent sabotage incidents, the reliability of subsea cables is under scrutiny. The Global Underwater Hub is determined to strengthen them.
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NewsCanada joins global offshore wind club
Canada has joined an international alliance that was set up to form ties in the offshore wind sector.
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NewsPortWind partnership boosts UK offshore wind expansion
Portland Port will become a partner in the PortWind project serving as a hub for renewable energy projects
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NewsMaritime Law Focus: Legal landmarks
The risks to marine businesses from legal and compliance oversights are significant. Over the next few weeks, lawyers from Ocean Legal will share insight on the top issues facing the maritime industry.
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NewsMOL changes tack into offshore wind vessels
Merchant shipping giant Matsui OSK Lines (MOL) has agreed to work with Fukada Salvage & Marine Works to develop construction services for floating offshore wind projects.
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NewsNew hull fixture promises 11% fuel savings
A pilot project has resulted in vessel fuel savings of 11% thanks to the addition of a submerged wing on the hull.
