Author name: Nigel Cranworth

The recent revelations from the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) paint a vivid picture of Europe’s dominance in the cruise shipbuilding sector. With a staggering 97% of the global cruise fleet constructed in European shipyards, the conti

The Indian Navy is gearing up for a significant event on December 18, 2024, as it prepares to commission its latest hydrographic survey vessel, INS Nirdeshak, at the Naval Dockyard in Visakhapatnam. This isn’t just another ship entering service; it’s

The recent demonstration of the Transferrable Reload At-sea Method (TRAM) by the Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD) has sent ripples through the maritime defense community, heralding a new era in naval combat readiness. This

The English Channel, with its relentless hustle and bustle, stands as the busiest shipping route globally, where over 500 vessels navigate daily. From cruise liners to oil tankers, the diverse traffic underscores an undeniable truth: safety is non-ne

The maritime industry is on the brink of a significant transformation, and HullWiper’s recent leasing agreement with Unidive Subsea is a testament to that evolution. Scheduled to kick off in January 2025, this collaboration will bring HullWiper’s inn

The commissioning of INS Nirdeshak on December 18, 2024, at the Naval Dockyard in Visakhapatnam, is not just another event in the Indian Navy’s calendar; it’s a bold statement about India’s maritime aspirations and its growing prowess in naval techno

The maritime industry is at a pivotal juncture, and the recent appointment of Clare Urmston as the Chief Executive Officer of Anemoi Marine Technologies signals a bold new chapter for the company and the sector at large. As Urmston steps into her new

The maritime industry is witnessing a pivotal moment as San Francisco Bay Ferry gears up to launch its first battery-electric vessels, a move that could reshape the landscape of waterborne transit in urban environments. With a $46 million contract aw

Martin J. Guyotte’s recent retirement from the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport marks not just the end of a distinguished career, but the culmination of over three decades of invaluable contributions to the U.S. Navy. Honored wit

After more than a decade of collaboration with a myriad of stakeholders, NOAA has officially rolled out the final management plan and environmental impact statement for the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. This is no small feat; it marks the c