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Kris Vedat, the former head of technology and logistics at P&O Maritime Logistics, has stepped into the chief executive role at SmartSea, succeeding Julian Panter. Panter’s departure comes as he takes the helm at Noatum-CSM, a new joint venture betwe

As the FTSE 100 takes a tumble on the back of lacklustre Chinese trade figures, investors are keeping a keen eye on how global economic headwinds might ripple through domestic markets. In times like these, growth companies with high insider ownership

The maritime industry has just taken a significant step towards decarbonization with the successful completion of the world’s first full value chain pilot for onboard captured carbon dioxide (CO2). The Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation (GCMD

China’s latest nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine, the Type 094A, is turning heads and raising eyebrows in naval circles worldwide. This isn’t just another sub; it’s a game-changer, a silent, stealthy leviathan that’s reshaping the undersea

China has just taken a significant step forward in the quest for green maritime technology, with the successful maiden voyage of the “Anhui,” the world’s first ammonia-powered ship. The vessel, developed by the Institute of Energy of the Hefei Compre

Ocean Power Technologies (OPT) has just secured a significant patent from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for its autonomous, floating marine charging system. This isn’t just another patent; it’s a game-changer for the maritime

Leonard Günzel, a PhD candidate at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), is spearheading a project that could revolutionize the way underwater drones operate. The goal? To make Blueye ROVs autonomous, cutting the tether that curr

The maritime industry is witnessing a significant shift as Maritime Partners, LLC, a New Orleans-based provider of maritime financing solutions, has announced a sale leaseback refinancing deal for the hydrogen-powered passenger ferry, Sea Change. Thi

The latest issue of Ship Technology Global magazine is now available, offering a deep dive into the evolving dynamics of the maritime industry. The cover story, penned by Keri Allan, scrutinizes the shifting landscape of global shipbuilding, a sector

Ocean Power Technologies (OPT) has just secured a significant victory in the race to electrify maritime operations. The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has issued a Notice of Allowance for OPT’s patent application titled “System and Method f