Author name: Nigel Cranworth

Panama is making its move to solidify its grip on the global ship registry market—and Japan is squarely in its crosshairs. President José Raúl Mulino didn’t mince words during a high-stakes meeting with over 40 Japanese shipping giants: Panama’s regi

The steel-cutting ceremony for the Yara Eyde marks more than just the start of construction for the world’s first renewable ammonia-powered container ship. It’s a test case for ammonia’s role in decarbonising short-sea shipping—a sector where electri

India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s recent congratulatory remarks on the successful testing of the Extended Range Anti-Submarine Rocket, while highlighting the global demand for Indian defence equipment, have sparked a critical conversation abou

SEAVORIAN Group is doubling down on underwater innovation with the acquisition of MAPPEM Geophysics, a French specialist in electromagnetic mapping and buried object detection. This isn’t just a purchase—it’s a strategic pivot, blending MAPPEM’s cutt

Kongsberg Maritime has landed a landmark contract to deliver a fully integrated equipment package for what’s being billed as the “world’s first” full-electric tugboat in India. The project, part of India’s Green Tug Transition Program (GTTP), marks a

Unique Group has been awarded the UK Ports Innovation Award 2025, a recognition that underscores the company’s relentless push to redefine subsea robotics and hydrographic surveying. The award, presented at the UK Ports Conference and Awards Ceremony

The U.S. Coast Guard’s lineage traces back to the Revenue Marine, a service that played a pivotal role in the 19th century’s maritime technological revolution. As the world shifted from wood and sail to iron and steam, the Revenue Marine was at the f

Lagos is charging ahead as a global hub for green maritime innovation, and the E1 Series electric boat race is the spark. This isn’t just a race—it’s a statement. Africa’s first all-electric powerboat championship is a bold move to position Lagos as

The recent Marine Accident Investigations Board (MAIB) 2024 Annual Report didn’t mince words: human watchkeepers are falling short in the digital age. The report bluntly stated, “Humans do not make good monitors and if under-stimulated, they will fin

Chief Minister M.K. Stalin’s European tour has delivered a flurry of deals that could reshape Tamil Nadu’s industrial and maritime landscape. The state is now positioning itself as a hub for advanced manufacturing, green energy, and maritime technolo