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In a bold move that’s set to ripple through the maritime industry, Baker Hughes, Hanwha Power Systems, and Hanwha Ocean have inked a Joint Development and Collaboration Agreement (JDCA) to create a small-size turbine that runs on 100% ammonia combust

The maritime industry is at a crossroads. Julian Panter, CEO of SmartSea, pulls no punches when he says, “The maritime industry is under threat of long-term risks such as operational inefficiencies and regulatory non-compliance due to some companies

In the heart of Alaska, where the sea meets the land, the Marine Exchange of Alaska (MXAK) is more than just a vessel tracking firm; it’s a lifeline for mariners navigating the treacherous waters of the North Pacific. The organization, led by Executi

The University of Jos, with its new date for the 2025 NUGA competition, has set the stage for a much-needed shake-up in Nigeria’s higher education sector. The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Tanko Ishaya, didn’t mince words. He called out the elephant in

The Union Budget’s announcement of a Rs.25,000 crore corpus fund for maritime development has sent a thrill through Andhra Pradesh, a state with a coastline that’s just begging for such an injection. The budget’s language is clear: “shipbuilding fina

The maritime world just got a whole lot greener. Turkey has just pulled the covers off the world’s longest wind-powered cargo ship, the Neoliner Origin. This 136-meter (450-foot) behemoth, unveiled at the bustling port of Tuzla, is more than just a s

Maersk and Hapag Lloyd have thrown down the gauntlet, launching a game-changing collaboration called the Gemini Cooperation. Buckle up, because this isn’t just another partnership; it’s a seismic shift in the maritime industry. The duo kicked off the

The maritime world is abuzz with the news that UC San Diego’s Scripps Institution of Oceanography has thrown down the gauntlet, issuing a request for proposals (RFP) for a shipyard to design and construct its groundbreaking 163-ft. Coastal Class Rese

Fugro, a stalwart in the maritime industry, has just secured a new five-year contract with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). This isn’t just any contract; it’s a big deal, a testament to the 25-year partnership between Fugro

Buckle up, folks. The maritime world is about to get a whole lot more futuristic. Engineering firm Kystdesign has just inked a deal with the Royal Netherlands Institute for Sea Research (NIOZ) to build the next big thing in underwater exploration: th