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The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) has appointed Suliman bin Khalid Almazroua as its new Chief Executive Officer, a move that could reshape the kingdom’s maritime and logistics strategy. With over 22 years of experience spanning industrial, energy, a

Malaysia’s maritime training just got a serious upgrade. The Akademi Laut Malaysia (ALAM) has unveiled a cutting-edge simulation suite from Finnish tech giant Wärtsilä, designed to churn out a new breed of seafarers ready for the industry’s tech and

William Meikle, a man whose life was a vibrant tapestry of creativity, service, and passion, has left an indelible mark on those who knew him. Born in Newport, Rhode Island, in 1950, Will’s journey took him from the deserts of Arizona to the halls of

Newport is about to become the epicenter of maritime innovation as BlueTIDE 2025 sets sail on August 28. This isn’t just another tech demo—it’s a proving ground where cutting-edge ocean tech meets real-world mission needs. The event, hosted by the 40

Qatar’s Ministry of Transport (MoT) is making bold strides in digitising its services, and the implications for the maritime and land transport sectors could be transformative. The MoT’s recent push to streamline licensing and registration processes

This isn’t just another trade story—it’s a geopolitical chess move with explosive consequences. An Indian company, Ideal Detonators Private Limited, shipped over $1.4 million worth of HMX, a high-grade military explosive, to Russia in December 2023.

The maritime industry is undergoing a digital revolution, and at the heart of this transformation is Raa Labs, a maritime tech innovator backed by the Wilhelmsen Group. With a mission to turn vessel data into a strategic asset, Raa Labs is tackling o

Greensea IQ’s EverClean robotic hull grooming service is now operational in the Port of New York and New Jersey, marking a significant step in the region’s push for cleaner, more efficient shipping. Based in Monroe Township, NJ, the service is poised

The ocean robotics market is surging, and the numbers tell a compelling story. By 2034, it’s projected to hit USD 9.43 billion, up from USD 3.32 billion in 2024—a robust 11% compound annual growth rate (CAGR). This isn’t just growth for growth’s sake

Ocean Power Technologies (OPT) just inked a deal that could reshape maritime tech adoption in Mexico. The U.S.-based low-carbon power and data specialist has teamed up with a Latin America-based partner to push its WAM-V Unmanned Surface Vehicles (US