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KONGSBERG accelerates seabed mapping developments with Ocean Exploration Trust expedition aboard Exploration Vessel Nautilus
KONGSBERG and the Ocean Exploration Trust (OET) are set to dive deeper than ever before in a new expedition to map vast areas of previously
Trygve Nøkleby Announced as Winner of the 20th WISTA Norway Leadership Award
Trygve Nøkleby, Managing Director of the Bergen Shipowners Association, has been named the 20th recipient of the WISTA Norway Leadership Award. Chosen by a vote of
bound4blue receives DNV Type Approval for most powerful installed eSAIL®
Barcelona, 09, June 2026 – bound4blue has received Type Approval Design Certification (TADC) from DNV for its Model 3-24 eSAIL®, the company’s largest and most powerful installed
KONGSBERG and DRASS announce strategic partnership
Growing demand for advanced underwater intelligence systems, particularly in sensing and robotics, is driving the next generation of highly autonomous underwater vehicles. This partnership is
OceanScore and Anglo-Eastern collaborate on EU ETS and FuelEU Maritime compliance support
OceanScore and Anglo-Eastern establish a structured approach to EU ETS and FuelEU Maritime implementation HAMBURG, 8 June 2026 – OceanScore and Anglo-Eastern Univan Group (“Anglo-Eastern”) are
Lloyd’s Register signs MoU to advance wind-assisted MR tanker design
Lloyd’s Register (LR) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with K Shipbuilding, bound4blue and the Liberian International Ship & Corporate Registry (LISCR) to jointly
StormGeo and OceanScore strengthen cooperation at Posidonia 2026
Athens, Greece – StormGeo and OceanScore have deepened their ongoing cooperation through the signing of a collaboration agreement during Posidonia 2026 in Athens on 2 June. The
UniSea acquires AI-powered frontline intelligence company Kaiko Systems
UniSea has completed the acquisition of German maritime software company Kaiko Systems to further expand its Fleet Management System (FMS) with AI-powered pre-inspection tools, establishing
StormGeo sensor data integration with Alfa Laval delivers better technical insight to boost ship performance
StormGeo is expanding its Voyage Intelligence platform by integrating sensor data from shipboard energy consumers to deliver real-time insights for enhanced technical performance under a
Inchcape Shipping Services Launches NVOCC Service in the United States Following FMC Licensing
Newly granted Ocean Transportation Intermediary license expands the company’s role in US international ocean freight Inchcape Shipping Services today announced the launch of its new
Inchcape Shipping Services opens new office in Brunei, strengthening support for offshore, naval and logistics operations
Inchcape Shipping Services has opened a new office in Brunei Darussalam, strengthening its local presence in a strategically important market for offshore, naval and logistics
Alfa Laval joins ESOMOOR project to advance biofouling management for floating offshore wind
Alfa Laval has partnered in the ESOMOOR project, aimed at advancing shared mooring technologies for large-scale floating offshore wind farms. The project brings together industry
Trading on volatility: Smarter voyage decisions can boost payback amid market swings
Higher bunker prices. Trade route disruption. Soaring freight rates. The impact of the Middle East war on global shipping has again demonstrated how geopolitical shocks
BOLL FILTER CORPORATION appoints Goltens as authorized filtration solution distributor
Miami, FL / Houston, TX – Goltens Worldwide’s US stations in Florida and Texas have been officially appointed as an authorized distributors for BOLL FILTER CORPORATION,
KONGSBERG brings proven autonomous underwater capability – and Canadian-engineered sensors – to CANSEC 2026
KONGSBERG will showcase its autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) technology at CANSEC 2026, taking place May 27–28 at the Cohere Centre in Ottawa. Visitors to booth 707 will
DNK launches first-of-its-kind programme to protect vessels from electronic signal interference
Den Norske Krigsforsikring for Skib (DNK) has launched an innovative programme to provide members access to Assured Positioning, Navigation and Timing (A-PNT) services to counter the growing risk
Alfa Laval to showcase its latest innovations at Posidonia 2026
Posidonia, a prominent event on the global maritime map, will take place 1-5 June in Athens, Greece. Alfa Laval will be present to meet with
Don’t use the MASS Code as an excuse to do nothing
By Yarden Gross, CEO and Co-founder, Orca AI This week in London, the IMO is expected to adopt the MASS Code – the regulatory framework
bound4blue and Cryosafe Services partner to support LNG Carrier eSAIL® applications
Barcelona, 14/05/2026: Cryosafe Services, a leader in LNG operations and consultancy support services, has signed a partnership agreement with bound4blue to collaborate towards the application of bound4blue
Corvus Energy and BYD Energy Storage strengthen partnership with Strategic Cooperation Agreement to Advance Next Generation Maritime Battery Technology
Bergen, Norway – 13 May 2026 – Corvus Energy AS, the global leader in zero‑emission maritime energy solutions, and BYD Energy Storage, a global leader in
OceanScore expands FuelEU Pooling Marketplace amid evolving market dynamics
Hamburg, Germany: Maritime emissions and compliance solutions provider OceanScore has substantially expanded its FuelEU Pooling Marketplace amid a substantial fall in its OceanScore Pool-Price Index (OPX)
Daphne Technology’s PureMetrics™ Receives DNV Statement of Compliance for Direct Emissions Monitoring
Onboard testing confirms suitability for continuous direct CO2 measurement within EU MRV Method D reporting frameworks. Lausanne, Switzerland, May 12th, 2026 – Based on onboard testing and independent technical
Norway leads push to bring nuclear propulsion to commercial reality
With demonstration projects now underway – including a nuclear-powered LNG tanker and an offshore vessel – the debate is shifting from whether nuclear shipping is
bound4blue completes second eSAIL® installation for Maersk Tankers
Barcelona, 29 April 2026 – bound4blue has completed the second in an agreed rollout of five ‘plug and play’ suction sail installations across Maersk Tanker’s advanced
Corvus Energy Achieves DNV Cybersecurity Type Approval for Dolphin NxtGen, Strengthening Leadership in Secure Maritime Energy Storage
Bergen, Norway and Vancouver, Canada – April 30, 2026 – Corvus Energy, the leading provider of zero‑emission energy solutions for the maritime industry, has received DNV
Orca AI joins forces with Samsung Heavy Industries to accelerate autonomous vessel technology
London, UK – Leading maritime AI company Orca AI has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI), one of the world’s leading
SINAY boosts maritime intelligence platform with MariTrace acquisition
Caen, France – Maritime intelligence specialist SINAY has acquired UK-based vessel tracking platform MariTrace, strengthening the French company’s position as an integrated provider of security, operational and environmental intelligence.
The optimal route: Moving beyond conventional thinking to holistic voyage planning
Digital tools for automated routing have been a game-changer for shipping by enabling shorter voyage times and enhanced fuel efficiency to cut costs and emissions.
Lloyd’s Register assesses AI navigation technology in live vessel trial with Orca AI
The trial assessed the performance of an AI-based navigation platform, focusing on its role in enhancing situational awareness and supporting human decision-making at sea. Lloyd’s
bound4blue completes eSAIL® installation on Klaveness Combination Carriers’ CABU III newbuild
Barcelona, 22 April 2026 – bound4blue today announces completion of the installation of two 24-metre eSAILs® onboard the Klaveness Combination Carriers (KCC) newbuild MV Baltazar. bound4blue’s unique
Green steel expansion can set the stage for energy market shift in the Nordics, according to StormGeo
The Nordics are set for a new phase of structural growth in electricity demand with expected realisation of green steel fabrication projects that can trigger
StormGeo strengthens Bunker Management platform with real-time pricing integration by partnering with Tideform
Oslo, Norway, 20.04.2026 – StormGeo is enhancing its Bunker Management platform by integrating real-time bunker pricing data from Tideform, enabling shipping companies to strengthen cost control and strategic
Daphne Technology Announces CHF 15 million Investment by Taranis to Accelerate Commercialisation of Its Methane Abatement System
Lausanne, Switzerland, April 20th, 2026 – Daphne Technology, an industrial decarbonization company solving the methane slip problem in natural gas engine exhaust, today announced the first close of
Nor-Shipping announces NEXT move for 2027
Are you ready to discover what’s NEXT at Nor-Shipping 2027? The Oslo and Lillestrøm based event has chosen NEXT as the main theme of its
Joint Orca AI-NorthStandard study highlights strong impact of AI on navigational safety
London, UK – A large-scale operational study conducted jointly by Orca AI and leading P&I club NorthStandard marks the first time an AI navigation provider and marine insurer
OceanScore integrates Compliance Manager directly with major shipping groups’ financial systems
Leading ship managers and top-tier fleet operators already live on integrated platform, eliminating manual data handling across chartering, operations and finance Hamburg, 14 April 2026 —
Orca AI Receives ClassNK Technology Qualification for Autonomous Ship Perception Capabilities
London, UK: The perception capabilities of the Orca AI platform within the DFFAS+ autonomous ship project have received official Technology Qualification (TQ) from the Japanese classification
Seaonics expands training and simulator offering with partnership in Taiwan.
Seaonics has signed an agreement with Metal Industries Research & Development Centre (MIRDC) to install a Seaonics gangway simulator at the MTIC training center located
Making voyage decisions count: Why real-time commercial visibility is vital to deliver value with optimization
A lack of commercial clarity in voyage planning can lead to inefficiencies that silently erode margins – and real optimization is all about connecting the
Orca AI ranks No. 1 on Fast Company’s EMEA innovation list
London, UK – Orca AI is proud to have been named to Fast Company’s prestigious list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2026, joining
The Switch launches compact PMM850M permanent magnet machine with water-jacket cooling for marine
Lappeenranta, Finland – The Switch, a leading supplier of permanent magnet (PM) machines for marine applications, has launched the PMM850M PM machine, a compact, high-efficiency solution
KONGSBERG Introduces the SY60: A New Standard in High Performance Sportfishing Sonar
KONGSBERG has launched the SY60, a next‑generation omnidirectional sonar designed to deliver a new level of clarity, range, and target separation for sportfishing operators. Building
Nor-Shipping and TradeWinds partner to launch Oslo Ocean Days
Nor-Shipping and TradeWinds partner to launch Oslo Ocean Days Nor-Shipping and TradeWinds have joined forces to launch Oslo Ocean Days, a new high-level leadership forum
Alfa Laval scales AR-enabled remote support to boost vessel performance and compliance at sea
Leveraging the advancements in connectivity and augmented reality (AR) technology, Alfa Laval is strengthening its remote service offering to help crews troubleshoot, maintain compliance and
Kongsberg Discovery and Fugro consolidate partnership with Main Supplier agreement
Kongsberg Discovery and Fugro have signed a new framework agreement that strengthens a decades-long technology partnership between the two companies. The contract, confirmed at Oceanology
Eastern Pacific Shipping completes second bound4blue eSAIL® installation with first newbuild deployment
Barcelona, 19 March, 2025 – bound4blue and Eastern Pacific Shipping (EPS) have completed the second installation of eSAILs® in EPS’ fleet, fitting three 22-metre-high units on
What do you do when your ship and crew ends up in a conflict zone with no reliable position?
When GNSS and AIS signals become unreliable in a high-tension region, the immediate priority is to retain safe navigational control of the vessel, write Steffen Grefsgård,
OceanScore Strengthens Position Among Third-Party Ship Managers With Wallem Partnership
Hamburg — OceanScore has been selected by Wallem Group to support the commercial management of emissions compliance across its managed fleet. The partnership strengthens OceanScore’s position as a
Kongsberg Listen scores commercial breakthrough with DOF HUGIN order
Kongsberg Discovery has secured the first commercial order for its newly launched Kongsberg Listen electromagnetic sensing solution. Leading provider of integrated subsea and marine services
From Press Tour to TradeWinds coverage: Connecting maritime companies with global media
In February 2026, Blue-C organised an international maritime press tour to Gothenburg and Donsö, bringing together leading journalists from global shipping media with companies across
The end of benign navigation: Shipping must prepare for a world of unreliable signals
Maritime navigation systems were made for a world with reliable location data. But when GPS spoofing becomes a tool in modern warfare, playing havoc with
Gard and NAVTOR partner to launch Gard Insights on NavStation
For those at sea, every decision counts, and in the dynamic world of shipping, timely access to the right information can make all the difference.
Alfa Laval completes Factory Acceptance Test for FCM Ammonia, confirming commercial readiness for ammonia-fuelled engines
Alfa Laval has successfully completed the certified Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) for FCM Ammonia fuel supply system, class certified by China Classification Society (CCS). The
OceanScore Inaugurates Tokyo Office, Reinforcing Its Role as the Maritime Industry’s Compliance Backbone
Tokyo / Hamburg, 5.March.2026 — OceanScore has formally inaugurated its Tokyo office, marking the next phase of its expansion in the Asia-Pacific region as emissions regulation
Orca AI extends situational awareness to full 360° Field of View
London, UK – Maritime AI company Orca AI has launched the next generation of its AI-based operational platform, delivering a seamless 360° field of view
Kongsberg Discovery demonstrates new age of navigation potential with north-seeking MEMS
Kongsberg Discovery has announced the successful development of a revolutionary step forward in resilient, accurate and accessible navigation technology, unveiling a groundbreaking north-seeking micro-electromechanical system
Gothenburg & Donsö Maritime Press Tour 2026
Over four intensive and inspiring days, we brought leading international maritime journalists face to face with the companies shaping the future of Swedish shipping From
Kongsberg Discovery launches HISAS2020 as standalone solution, setting a new standard in ultra-high-resolution underwater imaging
Kongsberg Discovery is opening up access to one of the world’s most advanced underwater imaging technologies, with today’s market launch of the HISAS2020 synthetic aperture
StormGeo strengthens fleet performance services with exclusive India pre-launch of new premium advisory offering
StormGeo is strengthening its Voyage Intelligence offering with the launch of a new Premium Fleet Performance Center Service that will help shipowners and managers turn
Brim Explorer orders the world’s most efficient battery-powered vessels
Tourism and technology company Brim Explorer has signed contracts for the construction of the world’s most efficient battery-powered passenger vessels. The two high-speed trimarans are
Kongsberg Discovery consolidates multibeam leadership with new EM2042 models for naval and deep-sea operations
Kongsberg Discovery has strengthened its multibeam echosounder portfolio with the launch of two new EM2042 variants, extending high-performance seabed mapping capability from surface vessels to
From The Fjords to Northern Explorer: Elevating a pioneering project with Blue-C media partnership
The distinctive design of The Fjords’ innovative sightseeing vessels makes them stand out – but they were an eye-catcher long before they hit the water
Eltronic FuelTech becomes part of G&O Maritime Group and strengthens the group’s position as a leading niche supplier to the maritime industry
G&O Maritime Group is strengthening its maritime activities through the expansion with fuel‑system specialist Eltronic FuelTech. By bringing together several strong and market‑leading maritime brands,
Kongsberg Discovery pushes electromagnetic sensing envelope with major upgrade to Kongsberg Listen
Kongsberg Discovery has upgraded its innovative Kongsberg Listen electromagnetic sensor system, setting new standards for inspections, surveys and knowledge acquisition in complex underwater environments. Formerly
The Switch reconfigures Vaasa factory as demand for DC systems accelerates
Marine power electronics (PE) specialist The Switch is realigning its Vaasa operations in Finland to strengthen production output amid accelerating vessel electrification. This restructuring will
Nor-Shipping unveils partners for 2027
Nor-Shipping has revealed anticipation is already growing for its 2027 event, taking place in Oslo and Lillestrøm 7-11 June, with the news that some of
Press to play: How media briefings can elevate news and generate publicity
Effective news dissemination is about more than just a clever pitch, catchy headline and well-crafted copy. Amid fierce competition for attention, building media relationships is
Kongsberg Discovery puts innovation, partnership and protection centre stage at Oceanology International
Kongsberg Discovery is using this year’s Oceanology International (OI) as a platform to demonstrate existing leadership and future potential. Two “groundbreaking” technology launches will be
A new trAIn of thought…
A new trAIn of thought: How LLMs are changing content strategy for media exposure AI is transforming the way in which the maritime audience is
The Switch extends ultrafast DC protection with a new capability for direct battery connection
Finnish marine power electronics specialist’s new Electronic Current Limiter (ECL) enables batteries to connect directly to DC systems while preserving ride-through and system stability. The
OceanScore Reaches USD 5 Million ARR as Demand for Commercial Emissions Compliance Accelerates
Hamburg, 2. February 2026 — OceanScore, a provider of commercial compliance solutions for maritime emissions regulations, has reached USD 5 million in annual recurring revenue (ARR). The
International Propeller Club of Norway rallies industry support for Windjammer charity to promote maritime recruitment at inaugural gala dinner
The International Propeller Club (IPC) of Norway is putting wind in the sails of chosen charity Windjammer after hosting its first New Year Gala Dinner
Q&A: Turning maritime expertise into global visibility with Blue-C
In a crowded and fast-moving maritime market, getting your message heard is not always straightforward. In this interview, Blue-C’s Press Relations Manager Christina Dupré Roos
Changing channels: select the right media platform for optimal impac
There are diverse promotional opportunities for maritime companies with a story to tell to connect with their target audience – from press releases and social
OceanScore Appointed Administrator of the Environmental Ship Index (ESI)
Hamburg, 28. January 2026 — Following an announcement by the International Association of Ports and Harbours (IAPH), OceanScore has been mandated as the administrator of the Environmental
From forecasts to future-proofing: Industrial resilience reliant on weather intelligence to protect critical infrastructure, says StormGeo
Extreme weather now ranks among the fastest growing threats to business continuity as climate volatility escalates. And tackling the elements is no longer about simply
Blue-C joins Propeller Club Norway to accelerate maritime innovation and global visibility
We’re delighted to be able to announce a new partnership with The International Propeller Club of Norway. The Propeller Club plays an invaluable role in
Think agAIn…
Why the advent of AI means you have to work harder than ever before. AI is changing everything, including how decision makers make decisions. Searching
bound4blue completes first eSAIL® installation under Maersk Tankers agreement
Barcelona, 26th January, 2026 – bound4blue and Maersk Tankers have reached a major milestone in their collaboration with the installation of eSAIL® units on board the Maersk Trieste.
Inchcape Shipping Services Opens New Office in Mollendo, Peru, Strengthening Presence in South America
Inchcape Shipping Services (ISS), a global leader in port agency and marine services, is proud to announce the opening of its newest office in Mollendo,
NAVTOR helps ‘heroes of the sea’ with free NavFleet system and support for Norwegian Society for Sea Rescue
NAVTOR is helping Redningsselskapet (Norwegian Society for Sea Rescue) increase both efficiency and cost savings by making its cutting-edge fleet management solution, NavFleet, available free
OceanScore Opens Japan Office to Strengthen Regional Support for EU ETS and FuelEU Compliance
Tokyo, January 2025 OceanScore today announced the official opening of its Japan office, representing the next step in strengthening its presence in the Asia-Pacific region. The
Inchcape Shipping Services Expands Presence in Indonesia with New Offices in Merak and Dumai
Inchcape Shipping Services (ISS), a global leader in port agency and marine services, is proud to announce the opening of two new offices in Indonesia, located
Corvus Energy Secures Record Order for Seven Fully Electric CMAL Ferries
Bergen, Norway 18th of December 2025 Corvus Energy, the world’s leading provider of zero-emission energy solutions for the maritime industry, has received a record- order from Remontowa
Amasus doubles down on bound4blue eSAILs® with second installation on general cargo vessel
Barcelona, 17 December 2025 – bound4blue and Amasus Shipping have completed the installation of a 22-metre eSAIL® on the general cargo vessel Fluvius Tavy at Astander Shipyard in
Alfa Laval launches FCM LNG fuel supply system leveraging advanced cryogenic technology
Alfa Laval announces the launch of a new fuel supply solution FCM LNG for LNG-powered vessels. The system marks the expansion of Alfa Laval’s portfolio
Gram Car Carriers rolls out Orca AI fleet-wide to elevate navigational safety and performance
London, UK: Maritime technology pioneer Orca AI has signed a multi-year agreement with Gram Car Carriers (GCC), the world’s third-largest tonnage provider of Pure Car and
Journalist Roadshow: Bringing the maritime story to life
At Blue-C, we help our clients cut through the noise with tailored Media Roadshows that put their leadership teams directly in front of the journalists
BYD Energy Storage and Corvus Energy Sign Strategic MoU to Accelerate Marine Battery Innovation
Shanghai, China and Bergen, Norway December 9th, 2025 – BYD Energy Storage, a global leader in the energy storage sector, and Corvus Energy AS (Corvus), the market leader in
bound4blue lands US$44M from investors eyeing wind power as maritime’s most scalable solution for fuel and emission cuts today
The strategic capital from shipping and climate investors underscores a growing industry consensus: wind propulsion systems (and suction sails in particular) are emerging as the
Sea change: AI-driven intelligence provides platform for weather-smart offshore O&G operations, says StormGeo
The safety and efficiency of offshore oil & gas operations have always depended on the weather – but today operators are navigating far more volatile conditions, in
Corvus Energy Launches Next-Generation Marine LFP Energy Storage System
Bergen, Norway – December 4th, 2025 Corvus Energy, the world’s leading supplier of marine energy storage solutions, today announced the launch of Blue Whale NxtGen, the
Anglo-Eastern and Orca AI forge strategic alliance to bring AI-assisted navigation to 750 vessels
London, UK: Anglo-Eastern Ship Management and Orca AI have entered into a strategic partnership that will see Anglo-Eastern support the installation of Orca AI’s pioneering
Alfa Laval showcases PureBallast3 Ultra reactor for the first time at Marintec
Alfa Laval unveils the PureBallast 3 Ultra reactor for ballast water management for the first time at Marintec 2025 in China. The system is already
Zinus wins Maritime CleanTech Award for 2025
Zinus takes home this year’s top award for its important role in pushing maritime electrification forward. The jury highlights the company’s fast-growing global reach, and
Kongsberg Discovery and MacArtney partner for turnkey ROTV surveying and inspection capability
Kongsberg Discovery and MacArtney Underwater Technology have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) creating a new level of turnkey capability in towed underwater sensing
Collaboration for monitoring and restoring Europe’s kelp forests
Kongsberg Satellite Services, SeaForester, and Kongsberg Discovery sign an agreement to collaborate on developing an efficient monitoring solution to support sustainable sea forest management, restoration,
bound4blue targets Asian growth with new production capabilities and partnerships in China
Shanghai, 27th November 2025 – bound4blue, a global leader in wind propulsion systems, has expanded its industrial footprint in Asia with the establishment of new production capabilities
Kongsberg Discovery welcomes the Joint Declaration of Baltic Sea Security for protecting critical infrastructure
Subsea pipelines, power cables, offshore platforms, and sensor arrays have become critical to modern society — and increasingly vulnerable. The Joint Declaration of Baltic Sea Security,
As the shadow fleet expands, loss of visibility poses a growing threat to maritime safety
The shipping industry has always been good at navigating uncertainty; however the rapid expansion of the shadow fleet represents a different kind of risk. It’s