American Industries Leveraging 5G Advantages
The National Association of Manufacturers and CTIA has released a new joint report highlighting the key role 5G is playing in manufacturing in America.The report, "How 5G Is Modernizing Manufacturing," explores how manufacturers and wireless providers are leveraging robust commercial 5G networks to fuel the Manufacturing 4.0 movement and make American factories safer, more efficient, and more innovative.The…
Korean Partners to Develop Humanoid Robots for Shipyards
HD Hyundai Samho has signed an MOU with LG CNS and HD Hyundai Robotics to co-develop AI humanoid robots and logistics automation technologies as part of a move to accelerate the creation of a smart, sustainable shipyard.The partnership focuses on humanoid robots capable of handling complex shipyard tasks and autonomous mobile robots for logistics automation.HD Hyundai Samho will provide manufacturing data and infrastructure…
Wiernicki: IMO Net-Zero Framework is A Starting Point
“The IMO has a critical role in delivering a unified global framework, something the industry needs if we are to avoid the fragmentation and inefficiencies arising from a patchwork of regional regulation. This is important but it is equally important we get it right.”That was the message to the industry from ABS Chairman and CEO Christopher J. Wiernicki in a keynote address to the Capital Link Conference…
Coast Guard Awards Contract for Mariner Credentialing Program Modernization
The U.S. Coast Guard has awarded a blanket purchase agreement to Stealth Solutions Inc. to modernize the service’s Mariner Credentialing Program (MCP) information technology system and support revitalization of the maritime workforce and industry.The MCP is essential to vetting and denying criminals access to critical maritime infrastructure and supporting the Marine Transportation System (MTS). The National Maritime Center (NMC) processed nearly 75…
Australia, Papua New Guinea Sign Defense Communique
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese met his Papua New Guinea counterpart James Marape in the capital of the largest Pacific Island nation on Wednesday for defense talks after plans to sign a landmark mutual defense treaty stalled.The two leaders instead signed a defense communique.Marape told reporters it was in the two countries' mutual interest to work side by side on defense."I made a conscious choice that Australia remains our security partner of choice…
Puerto Rico Inks LNG Contract with New Fortress Energy
Puerto Rico has negotiated a $4 billion LNG contract with New Fortress Energy, Governor Jenniffer Gonzalez said on Tuesday in a post on social media.The supply deal, which comes after talks for a much larger contract broke down in July, reduced the term to seven years from 15 years - with the option to extend for an additional three years - and also eliminated exclusivity clauses.Gonzalez said prices for the LNG cargoes were more competitive…
Dutch Government to Grant $1.18b in Subsidies for Offshore Wind Farms
The Dutch government will grant around 1 billion euros ($1.18 billion) in subsidies next year for the construction of offshore wind farms with a total capacity of 2 gigawatt (GW), it said on Tuesday.Tenders for the wind farms had been put on hold in May, as prospective builders had said they saw no viable business case without subsidies.The Netherlands last year already pushed back plans to increase offshore wind capacity from 4.7 GW to 21 GW to the end of 2032 instead of 2030, citing costs and
Everett Ship Repair Acquires Puget Sound’s Largest Dry-Dock
Everett Ship Repair, LLC (ESR), a provider of ship repair and conversion services in the Pacific Northwest, announced the acquisition of the floating dry-dock Hercules. The dry-dock was towed from San Diego by Baydelta using Delta Deanna, their tug built by Nichols Brothers Boat Builders. Hercules is now the largest dry-dock in Puget Sound and represents a milestone in ESR’s commitment to expanding…
Russia Warns of Cutting Oil Output Following Drone Attacks
Russia's oil pipeline monopoly Transneft has warned producers they may have to cut output following Ukraine's drone attacks on critical export ports and refineries, three industry sources said on Tuesday.Kyiv has stepped up attacks on Russian energy assets since August in a bid to impede Moscow's war effort in Ukraine and reduce the Kremlin's revenues as attempts to secure an end to the conflict through…
Poland to Decide Submarine Procurement This Week, First Purchase by End of Year
Poland will decide on submarine procurement this week, leading to the purchase of the first submarines by the end of the year, Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Tuesday.Poland aims to acquire three submarines under its "Orka" programme to boost its military, modernise undersea warfare capabilities, and align more closely with NATO in response to what it sees as a growing threat from Russia after Moscow's…
China Confronts Philippine Ships with Water Cannon in South China Sea
China's Coast Guard said on Tuesday it fired water cannon at Philippine ships near the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea, and the Philippines accused Beijing of "aggressive" action that injured one person.The confrontation comes a week after China approved plans to turn the shoal into a national nature reserve, a move that defence analysts have said would test Manila's response over…
Nissen Kaiun Becomes Stakeholder in Econowind
Japanese shipowner Nissen Kaiun has become a shareholder in Dutch Wind-Assisted Shipping Propulsion company Econowind. The Imabari-based shipping company, which operates a diversified fleet through several subsidiaries, said it had chosen Econowind for its technology.Econowind has developed the VentoFoil, a wing-shaped wind-assist device that drives decarbonization within the shipping markets. More than 130 units have been sold globally…
China's Hold on Global Ports focus of Trump Administration
U.S. President Donald Trump's administration is on a mission to weaken China's global network of ports and bring more strategic terminals under Western control, according to three sources familiar with the plan.The drive is part of the most ambitious effort to expand U.S. maritime influence since the 1970s and is designed to address growing fears in Washington that it would be at a disadvantage to China in the event of a conflict.Trump administration officials believe the U.S.
Lloyd’s Register Launches Biofuel Advisory Service to Accelerate Shipping Decarbonization
Lloyd’s Register (LR) has launched its new Biofuel Advisory service at London International Shipping Week to help shipowners, fuel suppliers and producers adopt biofuels safely and at scale. Biofuels are emerging as one of the most proven and reliable alternative fuel options for reducing greenhouse gas emissions from shipping. LR’s new service is designed to remove uncertainty for the industry by providing end-to-end support across the biofuel supply chain…
Watertight Hatch Cover Design from Lemissoler Receives ABS Approval
ABS has granted Approval in Principle (AIP) to Lemissoler Corporate Management Ltd. for its watertight hatch cover design for bulk carriers.The design improves hatch cover water tightness through an innovative seal arrangement, features an enclosed deck configuration that enhances crew protection from weather, reduces deck maintenance, and increases cargo capacity.ABS carried out design reviews following the class requirements…
Mammoet, Tugdock Form Strategic Partnership for Offshore Platform Tech
Mammoet has entered into a strategic partnership with Tugdock Submersible Platforms to expand the use of the Tugdock Submersible Platform (TSP), a technology which improves buoyancy, stability and load transfer activities in marine transport operations.The TSP is a modular, submersible platform that allows large floating structures to be transferred seamlessly from quaysides into the water.Structures are driven or skidded onto the TSP in a controlled process…
Roll Group Welcomes Wide Deck Carrier to Its Fleet
Roll Group has signed the long-term charter of the wide deck carrier Bigroll KMC Beaumont from its partner KMC Bluewhale.The vessel was delivered in Singapore and will immediately begin operations to support of Roll Group’s expanding global project logistics and transportation services.With its 139-meter length overall and 32-meter deck width, the Bigroll KMC Beaumont is expected to enhance the company’s ability to transport heavy and oversized cargoes across key markets…
UK's Port of Tyne Unveils $200M Upgrade Plan to Back Offshore Wind
The Port of Tyne has unveiled plans to invest around $200 million to redevelop 230 acres into the Tyne Clean Energy Park, adding 400 meters of deep-water quayside to support offshore renewables, clean energy and advanced manufacturing.The project could create up to 12,000 jobs and deliver $7.6 billion to the economy, according to an independent study by WSP.The investment program will transform the…
D.E.E.P Project to Assess Next-Gen Additive Manufactured Marine Propellers
The Digitally Enabled Efficient Propeller (D.E.E.P) project, led by industry consortium and funded by Innovate UK, has been launched to investigate the development of a new generation of marine propellers produced using advanced additive manufacturing (AM) processes, integrated with digital twin technology.The innovation is set to transform propellers from passive hardware into smart, cyber-physical…
Hanwha Ocean Enlists ABB for Singapore’s First Floating LNG Terminal
Hanwha Ocean, one of the leading shipbuilders in South Korea, has awarded ABB the contract to supply a complete electric power and propulsion system for Singapore’s first floating liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal.ABB ’s integrated electrical system on board the Floating Storage and Regasification Unit (FSRU) will comprise a medium voltage generator, 6.6kV switchboards for cargo and regasification…
