Author name: Nigel Cranworth

Hanwha Ocean has just pulled off a monumental feat, becoming the first Korean shipyard to snag maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) contracts for U.S. Navy vessels. This isn’t just a win for Hanwha; it’s a game-changer for Korea’s maritime defense

In a move that’s as swift as a typhoon, the Quad alliance—comprising Australia, India, Japan, and the United States—has kicked off the new year with a bang. Just hours after the inauguration of the new US administration, the foreign ministers of thes

In a bold move that could reshape the maritime navigation landscape, Hefring Marine and MSRS Navigation have thrown their hats into the ring, announcing a strategic partnership that’s set to revolutionize GPS-denied navigation. This isn’t just about

In a bold move that’s set to redefine Arctic connectivity, Space Norway has just inked a deal with SubCom to establish the Arctic Way Cable System. This isn’t just any cable; it’s a high-speed, 2,350-kilometer beast that will stretch from the Norwegi

In the frosty, unforgiving Arctic, climate change is rewriting the rules of the marine ecosystem, and scientists are scrambling to keep up. The sea ice, once a dominant feature, is melting at an alarming rate, and traditional observation methods are

The 2025 Joint Communication Vessel Race is more than just a maritime spectacle; it’s a proving ground for the future of sea-based communication. This isn’t your grandpa’s boat race, folks. We’re talking about a high-stakes, high-tech showdown that’s

In a bold move that’s set to make waves in the maritime industry, the Florida Institute of Oceanography (FIO) has joined forces with DEEP, an international design and engineering organization. This isn’t just a handshake agreement; it’s a full-blown

In a groundbreaking move, MOL, MOL Drybulk, Furukawa Electric, and TSUNEISHI Shipbuilding have just pulled off a successful trial of the “InfraLaser” rust and coating removal system on a vessel’s outer hull. This isn’t just another tech demo; it’s a

In the ever-evolving world of maritime operations, the Charleston Pilots have once again raised the bar with their latest upgrade to the Fort Ripley, a vessel that has already made a name for itself as a multi-purpose marvel. By partnering with Seake

In a move that’s set to send ripples through the maritime industry, the United States and India have joined forces to launch the Autonomous Systems Industry Alliance (ASIA). This isn’t just another handshake agreement; it’s a power play that could re