Author name: Nigel Cranworth

The Greater Bay Area (GBA) is shaping up to be a game-changer for Hong Kong and its neighboring cities, as Beijing’s ambitious plan to unite nine municipalities in Guangdong with Hong Kong and Macau gathers momentum. Experts are buzzing with exciteme

The K-GTB, or Korea-Green Ship Testbed, may not boast a name that rolls off the tongue like the Titanic or the Queen Mary, but make no mistake—this vessel is set to be a game-changer for South Korea’s maritime landscape. Built by the Korea Research I

The K-GTB, or Korea-Green Ship Testbed, may not boast a grandiose name like some of its maritime predecessors, but it stands as a beacon of South Korea’s commitment to advancing green technology and digital innovation in the maritime sector. Built fo

Kongsberg Maritime has just landed a hefty contract worth over $25 million USD to outfit the Golar Mk2 Floating Liquefied Natural Gas (FLNG) project with a suite of high-tech electrical, control, safety, and propulsion systems. This deal marks a sign

The recent discovery of the USS Stewart off the northern California coast marks a significant milestone in maritime archaeology, stirring excitement not just among historians but also within the broader maritime community. The USS Stewart, a century-

Norway is taking the lead in maritime innovation, particularly through the advancement of Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USVs). With a coastline that stretches over 25,000 kilometers, the nation is not just blessed with natural beauty but also with a wea

Alcatel Submarine Networks (ASN) is making waves in the maritime sector with its latest contract from the Northern Endurance Partnership (NEP), a joint venture that includes heavyweights BP, Equinor, and TotalEnergies. This partnership is gearing up

The U.S. Navy’s Office of Naval Research (ONR) is embarking on a transformative journey with its NEPTUNE program, a strategic initiative designed to bridge the gap between academic innovation and military application. This program, spearheaded by Dr.

Inyanga Marine Energy Group is making waves in the tidal energy sector with its newly unveiled 20 MW HydroWing tidal energy technology blueprint, set to launch at the Morlais site in Wales. This ambitious project marks a significant milestone in the

The recent test launch of the USV Pioneer by ACUA Ocean from Turnchapel Wharf in Plymouth is a significant leap forward in the realm of autonomous unmanned surface vessels (USVs). With sea trials slated for March 2025, this development is not just a