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Cat C32B marine engine: Mastering America's Waterways Sponsored by Caterpillar

16 Mar 2026

Built with enhanced durability that towboat operators need, the Cat C32B marine engine has high power density and increases TBO by up to 50% in certain operating conditions

Propulsion

Best practices for routine inspection of the drivetrain to ensure smooth dry-dock maintenance cycles Sponsored by Regal Rexnord

27 Jun 2025by John Snyder

Regal Rexnord power transmission expert Bob Lennon shares his insights on best practices for MRO of your vessel’s drivetrain components

Fleet Performance & Maintenance Propulsion

Safe and futureproof waste water treatment Sponsored by Marinfloc

12 Jun 2024

In 2025, the revision of MEPC 107(49) will commence. This regulation has been overdue for revision for more than 15 years due to the constant changes in fuels, lubricating oils, and chemicals.

Regulations & Compliance

Demystifying Digital Twins for Maritime Sponsored by ABS

28 May 2024

On this episode of Setting Course, an ABS Podcast, Eric VanDerHorn, ABS Technology Manager, joins host John Snyder, Managing Editor of Riviera Maritime Media, to discuss digital twins and the potential benefits for the maritime industry.

Digitalisation Fleet Performance & Maintenance

The Future of Offshore Space Support with Space Perspective Sponsored by ABS

13 May 2024

On this episode of Setting Course, Captain Bryan Dietz, Master of Space Perspective’s MS Voyager, and Tyson Breedlove, ABS Manager of Business Development for Global Offshore, join host John Snyder, Managing Editor of Riviera Maritime Media, to discuss these new space support vessels.

Business & Finance Offshore Contractors

Mooring lines made to withstand the world’s harshest climates Sponsored by Avient

05 Dec 2023

According to the European Harbour Masters’ Committee 95% of injuries are caused by failures of ropes or wires, and 60% of those incidents happen during mooring operations.

Regulations & Compliance Safety & Incidents

Mooring lines: putting the worries of rope fatigue to rest Sponsored by Dyneema

25 Oct 2023

Mooring ropes made with Dyneema® SK78 fiber are designed to handle the endless stresses and strains imposed during mooring operations. Strains from Fatigue, Abrasion, Creep and Temperature. Any one of these “FACTs” can lead to failures.

Fleet Performance & Maintenance Regulations & Compliance

Mooring lines: don’t be afraid of creep Sponsored by Dyneema

18 Oct 2023

As an ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene, the specially formulated Dyneema® SK78 fiber has at least three times higher creep performance versus generic HMPE. This means that ropes made with Dyneema® SK78 fiber can be used at least 3 times longer and in harsher environments without the fear of premature failure.

Fleet Performance & Maintenance Regulations & Compliance

Mooring lines made to fight abrasion at their core Sponsored by Dyneema

21 Sep 2023

Starting 1 January 2024, all ships will be required to have a Line Management Plan (LMP) under the new IMO Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) MSC.1/Circ. 1620 regulation.

Regulations & Compliance

All-electric tugs: driving the future Sponsored by ABB

06 Sep 2023

Advancements in battery, drive, and motor technology mean that all-electric tugs are now possible – and they’re operating in ports around the world today. At the heart of a successful electric tug is a compact, highly efficient drive system, explains Daniel Olsson, Global Sales Manager, Marine, ABB Motion.

Hybrid Electric & Fuel Cells

Mooring lines: avoiding the dangers of creep Sponsored by Dyneema

13 Feb 2023

The mooring of a ship has always been one of the most important functions of all-round seamanship

Regulations & Compliance Safety & Incidents

Mooring lines never sleep – the dangers of tension fatigue Sponsored by Dyneema

03 Nov 2022

As MEG4 points out, “mooring is one of the most complex and dangerous operations for ship and terminal crew. If something goes wrong, the consequences can be severe.”

Ports & Terminals Regulations & Compliance Safety & Incidents

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All-Energy 2026 returning with a streamlined focus Sponsored by All Energy

Cat C32B marine engine: Mastering America's Waterways Sponsored by Caterpillar

Best practices for routine inspection of the drivetrain to ensure smooth dry-dock maintenance cycles Sponsored by Regal Rexnord

Safe and futureproof waste water treatment Sponsored by Marinfloc

Demystifying Digital Twins for Maritime Sponsored by ABS

The Future of Offshore Space Support with Space Perspective Sponsored by ABS

Mooring lines made to withstand the world’s harshest climates Sponsored by Avient

Mooring lines: putting the worries of rope fatigue to rest Sponsored by Dyneema

Mooring lines: don’t be afraid of creep Sponsored by Dyneema

Mooring lines made to fight abrasion at their core Sponsored by Dyneema

All-electric tugs: driving the future Sponsored by ABB

Mooring lines: avoiding the dangers of creep Sponsored by Dyneema

Mooring lines never sleep – the dangers of tension fatigue Sponsored by Dyneema

Opinion

Towage, salvage impacted by Middle East war

Seafarers: vulnerable and in the crosshairs

Singapore doubles down on LNG, but eyes multi-fuel future

Methanol-fuelled tugs to begin operations in 2026

Electric propulsion: powering the decarbonisation of close-to-shore shipping

Take care if local laws govern contract terms

Can Europe’s new e-fuel strategy for maritime help solve the fuel availability conundrum?

2026 in marine environmental protection: rules tighten to reduce ship discharges post-2026

2026 in dry bulk: more ships, lower average earnings

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