The maritime industry is at a crossroads, and it’s not just about choosing the right port or the fastest route. We’re talking about a seismic shift driven by the urgent need to cut greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The International Energy Agency (IEA)
The maritime industry is at a crossroads, and Bureau Veritas (BV) has just dropped a bombshell report that’s set to shake things up. The MARITIME ELECTRIFICATION report is a wake-up call, underscoring the critical need for standardization and safe in
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The African maritime sector is at a crossroads, and the path it chooses will significantly shape the continent’s economic future. With over 90% of Africa’s trade conducted via maritime routes, shipping is the backbone of the continent’s economic infr
The UK has just dropped a bombshell on 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 choking off a critical revenue stre
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The maritime industry is on the cusp of a significant transformation, driven by the burgeoning market for ship bridge simulators. From 2025 to 2032, this sector is set to boom, propelled by a mix of technological advancements, evolving consumer behav
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The latest Seafarers Happiness Index (SHI) report for Q1 2025 has dropped, and it’s a mixed bag of good news and persistent problems that the maritime industry can’t afford to ignore. The index, now in its 10th year, shows a slight uptick in seafarer
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The latest Seafarers Happiness Index, now in its tenth year, has just dropped, and it’s a mixed bag of news for the maritime industry. The index ticked up slightly from 6.91 in Q4 2024 to 6.98 out of 10 in Q1 2025. While any improvement is a step in
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In a move that could revolutionize recreational boating safety, the BoatUS Foundation has teamed up with Coastal Maritime Training to launch affordable, hands-on powerboat training courses in Old Saybrook. This initiative comes just in time as boater
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In the heart of the UAE, a maritime revolution is underway, and it’s not happening on the high seas but in the classrooms and labs of Sharjah Maritime Academy (SMA). While other institutions are still debating the future of education, SMA is already
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In the choppy waters of global shipping, classification societies are steering through a maelstrom of challenges. From geopolitical tensions to the shifting sands of China–US trade dynamics, the maritime sector is under the pump to adapt. Meanwhile,
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