Author name: Nigel Cranworth

The Port of Rotterdam, Europe’s maritime heavyweight, has just dropped a bombshell that’s got the industry buzzing. On 28 May 2025, they unveiled the RPA ZERO, a fully electric hydrofoil patrol vessel, as part of their fleet renewal program. This isn

Elbit Systems Ltd. has just dropped a bombshell in the maritime defense sector, securing contracts worth a cool $330 million from international customers, including NATO member countries. This isn’t just about the money; it’s a clear sign that the wo

Two years into President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, Nigeria’s maritime sector has seen a whirlwind of changes, but the storm of challenges isn’t over yet. The industry has been through an overhaul, with reforms that have sparked both optimis

Buckle up, maritime defense enthusiasts, because HJ Shipbuilding & Construction (HJSC) is about to make waves at the 2025 International Maritime Defense Exhibition (MADEX 2025). This isn’t just another trade show; it’s a grand stage for HJSC to strut

In a move that’s set to ripple through the maritime industry, Ocean Power Technologies Inc (NYSE-A:OPTT) has snagged a spot as one of the inaugural certified operators under the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) Trusted U

Off the coast of Alonissos, Greece, a band of volunteer divers recently rolled up their wetsuits and plunged into the Aegean Sea, armed with nets and a mission to clean up one of Europe’s most cherished marine ecosystems. The haul was a grim reminder

The maritime sector is sailing into stormy waters, and it’s not just about the weather. Despite a surge in digital integration, the industry remains a sitting duck for cyber threats. Many of these threats aren’t even targeting the big, flashy systems

In the ever-evolving maritime landscape, cybersecurity has emerged as the elephant in the room, and it’s high time the industry stops treating it like a mere afterthought. SmartSea, a maritime technology specialist, has thrown down the gauntlet, urgi

In the frosty waters of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, a quiet revolution is brewing. Gastops, a heavyweight in condition monitoring, and Leeway Marine, a Nova Scotia-based vessel operator, have just wrapped up a full season of field testing for an innova

China’s third and most advanced aircraft carrier, the Fujian, has just wrapped up its eighth and most intense sea trial, according to multiple Chinese state media outlets. This warship, launched in June 2022, has been putting in the hard yards since