Author name: Nigel Cranworth

The maritime industry is waking up to a sobering reality: GPS is no longer a reliable crutch. As electronic warfare tactics grow more sophisticated, shipowners are scrambling to shore up their navigation systems. Enter PntGuard, a new maritime-securi

The Indo Pacific International Maritime Exposition is back in Sydney, and this year’s edition is shaping up to be a game-changer. With a 330% increase in exhibitors since its launch in 2000, the event has cemented its status as the region’s premier m

The Trump administration’s latest Indo-Pacific deal with South Korea isn’t just about trade—it’s a strategic play to reboot U.S. shipbuilding and shore up maritime tech leadership. The investments announced this week go beyond checks and balances; th

Kongsberg Gruppen ASA is splitting into two independent companies, a bold move that could reshape the maritime and defence sectors. The Norwegian conglomerate plans to demerge and list Kongsberg Maritime on the Euronext Oslo Stock Exchange, while con

Kongsberg Gruppen ASA is making a bold move to future-proof its business, and it’s one that could ripple across the maritime and defence sectors. The company’s Board is proposing a demerger that would split Kongsberg Maritime into an independent, pub

Hanwha is making a bold play for the future of unmanned maritime systems, and it’s not just dipping its toes in the water—it’s diving in with both feet. The South Korean defence and shipbuilding giant is exploring a strategic partnership with U.S.-ba

Richard Jenkins, founder and CEO of Saildrone, has just dropped a bombshell: Lockheed Martin is pouring $50 million into the company, and it’s not just about cash—it’s about marrying cutting-edge defense tech with Saildrone’s battle-tested unmanned s

St. Petersburg is betting big on its maritime and defense tech future, with plans to double down on the success of its fledgling Maritime and Defense Technology Hub. The city’s leaders are eyeing a bold expansion—dubbed Hub 2.0—that could cement St.

The marine thermal fluid heaters market is heating up, and not just because of the technology itself. With a projected 64.5% growth from 2025 to 2035, this niche but critical segment of the maritime industry is set to expand from USD 863.8 million to

Marine technology is reshaping how we interact with the ocean, from cutting emissions to harnessing renewable energy and monitoring ecosystems. At the heart of this transformation stands the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), offe