What is “artificial” and what is “intelligence”? Today, there is so much excitement and claims and the feeling of empowerment made by many using artificial intelligence (AI). Is it a tool, is it providing solutions, is it exploring avenues untrodden, or is it just hype created by those that have created the algorithms that anyone […]

VESSEL REVIEW | Mikhail Chekov – Emergency response and survey tug delivered to Russian Navy

Intelligent system for improved safety regardless of sailing conditions An intelligent power distribution system will automatically adjust the output according to working conditions, ensuring adequate power supply while reducing energy consumption. It is expected that the ship’s operation will save more than CNY1.2 million (US$170,000) in costs each year. Suigang Electric Navigation 01 was built […]

Anna Weber-van Bosse has an LOA of 80 metres, a beam of 17 metres, a summer draught of five metres, a gross tonnage of 3,481, and accommodation for 16 crewmembers and 30 scientists. The vessel is fitted with a DP2 system while her hull has been strengthened to ice class 1C standard. The vessel boasts […]

[By: Marlink] CMA CGM Group, Marlink and Eutelsat have announced a partnership to deploy OneWeb LEO connectivity across CMA CGM’s global maritime fleet. The solution integrates European-based Eutelsat OneWeb’s Low Earth Orbit (LEO) services combined with existing LEO and GEO networks within a broader hybrid network architecture, enabled by Marlink’s purpose-built edge platform, XChange NextGen. […]

[By: Laborde Products] Hines Furlong Line, Inc. introduced the M/V Sawtooth as the fourth vessel in its 11-boat new construction program powered by Mitsubishi marine engines from Laborde Products. Each vessel in the series shares the same propulsion platform, giving operators a familiar setup and simplifying long-term support. Built by Eymard Marine Construction & Repair […]

[By: Kongsberg Maritime] Kongsberg Maritime has been contracted by Consórcio Marenova to design and equip four methanol/ethanol-ready handy size product tankers. The vessels will be built at Consórcio Marenova, a partnership between Ecovix in Rio Grande and MacLaren in Niterói, Brazil. The vessels will be operated by Petrobras Transporte S.A (Transpetro). The contract, valued at more […]

[By: Everllence] Everllence has announced that its medium-speed, common-rail technology has passed a cumulative total of 20 million operating hours. The new milestone has been reached over two generations of common rail: the original CR1.6 from 2004, and CR2.2 that was introduced to the market in 2024. Michael Filous – Senior Vice President and Head of […]

[By: American Cruise Lines] American Cruise Lines is proud to announce its Celebrating 250 Years of America campaign. This year, the company will honor America’s Semiquincentennial on all 2026 sailings exploring the nation’s iconic rivers and domestic waterways in 35 states from Alaska to Florida. The campaign includes commemorative 250th recognition on board ships, enhanced enrichment programming, and special […]

Power for each boat will be provided by four diesel engines connected to waterjets. This configuration will deliver a maximum speed of 45 knots and a range of 1,126 kilometres, making the vessels suitable for extended patrols even in the international waters of the Mediterranean. Interceptors will also be fitted to ensure stability in rough […]