Author name: Nigel Cranworth

The North Sea collision between the Stena Immaculate and the Solong has left investigators with more questions than answers, and the maritime industry is abuzz with speculation. The arrest of the Solong’s master on suspicion of gross negligence mansl

The ocean, a vast and mysterious expanse covering nearly three-quarters of our planet, has long been a frontier of the unknown. But recent technological advancements are pulling back the veil, revealing secrets that could reshape our understanding an

In the wake of the North Sea collision between the Stena Immaculate and the Solong, the maritime industry is grappling with more questions than answers. The arrest of the Solong’s master on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter has cast a stark

The global maritime industry, the backbone of international trade, is under the gun to slash its environmental footprint. With climate change accelerating, major shipping companies and maritime regulators are diving headfirst into innovative, zero-ca

The USX-1 Defiant, DARPA’s latest brainchild, is setting sail and shaking up the maritime world. This isn’t your average boat; it’s a 240-ton unmanned surface vessel (USV) designed to operate autonomously on extended sea missions. The Defiant is the

Stephen O’Grady, a seasoned veteran with 35 years of experience in the undersea warfare domain, has been tapped to take the helm as the new deputy technical director for technical excellence at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newpor

In a bold move that could revolutionise the maritime tech landscape, MITRE and Sofar Ocean have joined forces to push forward Bristlemouth, a new connectivity standard designed to untangle the messy web of marine technology integration. This isn’t ju

In the bustling heart of Shanghai, a Peruvian delegation’s recent visit has sent ripples through the maritime industry, underscoring the burgeoning ties between China and Peru. The delegation, led by Congress member Jhakeline Katy Ugarte Mamani and s

The maritime world is about to get a whole lot smarter, thanks to a powerhouse partnership between Saildrone and Palantir Technologies. This isn’t just another tech handshake; it’s a game-changer that could redefine how we approach maritime security

The maritime industry is in the midst of a storm, and it’s not just about the waves. The discovery of cellular modems on Chinese-manufactured cranes in the United States has sent shockwaves through the sector, raising serious concerns about cybersecu