Author name: Nigel Cranworth

The maritime industry is stuck in the AI doldrums—eager to harness artificial intelligence but struggling to move beyond pilot projects. New research from Thetius and Marcura reveals a sector caught between optimism and reality: 82% of professionals

Cerberus Capital Management and HD Hyundai are teaming up to launch Cerberus Maritime, a bold new investment strategy aimed at revitalizing U.S. and allied maritime capabilities. This isn’t just another private equity play—it’s a strategic bet on the

Blue Water Autonomy isn’t just raising capital—it’s raising the stakes in the race for maritime autonomy. The Boston-based startup just secured $50 million in Series A funding, led by GV (formerly Google Ventures), with all existing investors doublin

The Reach Remote 2, a cutting-edge Uncrewed Surface Vessel (USV), has set sail for Australia, marking a pivotal moment for both Reach Subsea and the broader offshore energy sector. This isn’t just a vessel crossing oceans—it’s a technology crossing t

Cerberus Capital Management and HD Hyundai are teaming up to launch Cerberus Maritime, a new investment strategy that’s more than just a financial play—it’s a geopolitical chess move. The initiative aligns with the U.S. government’s push to bolster m

Ferrari is making waves—literally. The Italian marque, known for its high-performance cars, is diving headfirst into the maritime world with the Hypersail, a 100-foot racing yacht that’s as much a statement on sustainability as it is on speed. This i

High-Trend International Group (NASDAQ: HTCO) has pulled off a remarkable pivot, and the maritime industry is taking notice. The company’s journey from Nasdaq compliance scramble to green shipping innovator isn’t just a financial turnaround—it’s a ca

This isn’t just another training program—it’s a strategic bet on India’s maritime future. The Centre for Excellence in Maritime & Shipbuilding (CEMS), in partnership with state-run shipbuilder Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), is launchin

OrbitMI’s latest acquisition of Gale Force isn’t just a tech buyout—it’s a bet on blending human expertise with data-driven decision-making. The New York-based maritime tech firm is embedding Gale Force’s advisory services directly into its voyage op

Norwegian shipbuilder Vard has inked a deal with Sanco Shipping to transform the seismic research vessel Sanco Sailor into a seismic source vessel, marking a strategic pivot in the offshore energy sector. This isn’t just a refit—it’s a high-stakes co