Author name: Nigel Cranworth

In a significant leap for oceanographic research, Ocean Scientific International Ltd (OSIL) has rolled out an innovative oceanographic data buoy system along the Central American Pacific coast. This buoy, the first of its kind in the region, has foun

The maritime industry stands at a crossroads, with the partnership between Kongsberg Digital and PSA Marine Pte. Ltd. marking a significant leap forward in pilot training. As the complexities of maritime operations grow, driven by the advent of auton

The integrated marine automation system (IMAS) market is on the rise, and it’s not just a blip on the radar. With projections indicating growth from USD 5.1 billion in 2024 to USD 9.7 billion by 2031, driven by a robust 9.6% compound annual growth ra

The landscape of maritime operations is on the brink of a seismic shift, and the catalyst for this change is none other than the burgeoning market for Unmanned Sea Systems (USS). According to the newly released “Unmanned Sea Systems – Global Strategi

The Baltic Sea has once again found itself at the center of maritime intrigue, with a recent incident involving the Eagle S tanker stirring concerns about the safety of underwater infrastructure. On December 25, 2024, the vessel allegedly snagged its

The maritime industry is on the cusp of a revolutionary shift, with Vard leading the charge into the realm of nuclear-powered vessels through its NuProShip I project. Partnering with the Norwegian University of Science and Technology and a slew of in

The maritime industry is on the brink of a technological revolution, and the recent announcement from ANELLO Photonics is a prime example of how innovation is reshaping navigation systems for autonomous vessels. The launch of the ANELLO Maritime INS,

Norwegian waters are becoming a testing ground for a revolutionary approach to maritime propulsion, as Vard, a prominent shipbuilder, teams up with the Norwegian University of Science and Technology in Ålesund to explore the viability of nuclear reac

The University of Maryland is shaking up the maritime tech scene with its ambitious project, Persistent Oceanographic Device Power (PODPower), which aims to harness the untapped energy of marine bacteria to fuel ocean sensors. This innovative approac

Professor John McDermid, at the helm of the Centre for Assuring Autonomy, is setting the stage for a transformative era in the maritime industry. With the winds of change blowing in favor of autonomous systems, the potential to reshape operations is