Author name: Nigel Cranworth

In the murky depths off the coast of northern Sicily, a grim reminder of the sea’s unpredictability has surfaced. A Dutch diver, part of a complex salvage operation to raise the sunken superyacht Bayesian, lost his life in an underwater mishap. The 3

The UK has just thrown a massive spanner in the works of Russia’s shadow fleet, slapping sanctions on up to 100 oil tankers that have been playing fast and loose with international restrictions. This isn’t just about oil; it’s about cutting off a maj

This week, while the tech world buzzed with major headlines, several significant developments slipped under the radar. Let’s dive into some of the most intriguing news that could shape the future of various industries, with a particular focus on mari

In a move that’s got the maritime tech world buzzing, GCE Ocean Technology has just beefed up its team by appointing Gisle Nondal as the new Chief Operating Officer (COO). This isn’t Nondal’s first rodeo with the cluster, mind you. He’s already got a

The autonomous marine vehicles (AMVs) market is on a roll, and the latest forecasts from The Business Research Company paint a picture of rapid growth and innovation. Let’s dive in and see what’s making waves.

First off, the market is expected to su

In the cat-and-mouse game of modern warfare and economic sabotage, GPS denial has become a favored tactic, turning the global positioning system into a vulnerable target. As state and non-state actors increasingly exploit GPS spoofing, the maritime i

In a splash of innovation, VentureWell, a global nonprofit with a knack for fostering innovation, has kicked off the first stage of its Ocean Enterprise Accelerator. This isn’t just another startup boot camp; it’s a deep dive into the blue economy, s

In a move that’s set to ripple through the maritime industry, Orca AI has just secured a whopping $72.5 million in Series B funding. This isn’t just about the money, though; it’s about the future of shipping, safety, and sustainability. Let’s dive in

At the Digital Ship Bergen conference, Nils Haktor Bua, Head of New Maritime Technology at the Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA), didn’t mince words about Norway’s pivotal role in steering the global maritime industry towards sustainability. Bua mad