Author name: Nigel Cranworth

The maritime industry is abuzz with the news that Elomatic Maritime Technologies GmbH and thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (tkMS) have inked a monumental deal to bring the next-generation Polarstern icebreaking research vessel to life. This isn’t just ano

In a bold move that’s set to ripple through the maritime industry, Norwegian seismic firm TGS has just snagged a massive multi-client 3D streamer acquisition and processing project in the Goliat area of the Norwegian Barents Sea. This isn’t just any

The maritime industry is buzzing with the news that Artemis Technologies, the UK-based innovator in electric foiling vessels, has just inked a partnership with Delta Marine, a Seattle-based shipbuilder. This isn’t just another corporate handshake; it

The Cook Islands’ strategic partnership with China, unveiled this week, is a game-changer in the Pacific’s geopolitical landscape. The deal, spanning deep-sea mining to education scholarships, has sparked a firestorm of debate and concern, particular

Econowind, the Dutch maritime innovator, has just snagged €1 million in development capital from Invest International. This isn’t just a cash injection; it’s a vote of confidence in their game-changing VentoFoil XL technology. Imagine a wind sail as

In the murky depths of maritime archaeology, a revolution is brewing, and it’s not just about finding long-lost treasures. It’s about the tech that’s making it happen. Vince Capone, a seasoned pro in the field, recently spilled the beans on the Fasci

In a move that’s set to shake up the maritime industry, Teledyne FLIR Defense’s Black Hornet 4 nano-drone has just been crowned a winner of the Blue UAS Refresh Challenge. This isn’t just another award; it’s a game-changer that could redefine how the

Forum Energy Technologies (FET) has just dropped a game-changer in the maritime industry with the launch of its latest work class Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV), the XLX EVO III. This isn’t just an upgrade; it’s a leap into the future of subsea tech

DEEP Manufacturing Limited (DML) has just secured DNV approval in principle (AiP) for its use of wire arc additive manufacturing in the production of steel for pressure vessels for human occupancy. This isn’t just a stamp of approval; it’s a game-cha

Karl Kenny, a titan of Newfoundland and Labrador’s marine technology sector, has left an indelible mark on the industry with his passing on February 11, 2025, at the age of 64. His journey, from a maritime surface officer with the Royal Canadian Navy