Author name: Nigel Cranworth

In the ever-evolving maritime industry, a handful of companies are pushing the envelope, driving innovation, and setting new standards. Let’s dive into what these trailblazers are up to and how their work might shape the future of the sector.

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In a bold stride towards a greener maritime future, Yanmar Power Technology Co., Ltd. (Yanmar PT) has snagged an Approval in Principle (AiP) from DNV for its GH320FC Maritime Hydrogen Fuel Cell System. This isn’t just another stamp of approval; it’s

In a move that’s set to send ripples through the maritime and ocean technology sectors, India’s Underwater Acoustic Test Facility (ATF) at the National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT) in Chennai has just bagged international certification. This

In a move that’s got the maritime industry buzzing, Ocean Power Technologies Inc. (OPTT) has inked a strategic deal with Elektron SAS, a heavyweight in Colombia’s hydrographic and oceanographic systems. This isn’t just a handshake agreement; it’s a $

The maritime industry is bracing for a storm of change, and it’s not the kind that blows in from the sea. A groundbreaking study, led by the Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML) and backed by a pan-European team of marine scientists, has thrown a spotlig

The Ocean Affairs Council (OAC) is doubling down on its commitment to marine innovation and sustainability, rolling out a beefed-up research sponsorship program for the second year running. This time around, the council is putting NT$75 million (US$2

In a move that’s sure to ruffle some feathers, Taiwan prosecutors have taken a bold step by charging a Chinese ship captain for intentionally damaging undersea cables off the island. This isn’t just any old news story; it’s a game-changer that could

China’s unveiling of a deep-sea cable cutter that can slice through reinforced undersea cables at depths of up to 4,000 meters is a game-changer, and it’s got the maritime world buzzing. Developed by the China Ship Scientific Research Centre (CSSRC)

In a move that signals both an end and a beginning, R.M. Young Company, a titan in the meteorological instrumentation sector, has announced the retirement of its President, Tom Young. This isn’t just a change in leadership; it’s a passing of the torc

Rolls-Royce has just thrown its hat into the ring with a powerhouse partnership, teaming up with the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) to supercharge automation technologies for hybrid and autonomous ships. The news broke during Singapore Marit