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Manufacturers and suppliers globally have both knowledge and expertise in abundance. They share their experience and opinion on regulatory and performance-related topics here.

Propulsion

How design flexibility is reshaping the ship engine market.Sponsored by Win GD

07 Jul 2026

Shifting fuel strategies, regulatory uncertainty and evolving owner priorities are reshaping what shipyards and operators value most in engine selection, says Andrea Lazzaro, Head of Business Development at WinGD.

Propulsion

Laser alignment at sea: modular measurement systems for modern shipyards Sponsored by Easy-Laser

25 Jun 2026

As vessels become more complex and uptime expectations increase, alignment practices are moving from corrective maintenance toward preventive quality control.

Fleet Performance & Maintenance Propulsion

Why energy efficiency is becoming shipping’s most important competitive advantage Sponsored by SMM

13 May 2026

How SMM 2026 in Hamburg will showcase solutions for efficiency, decarbonisation and resilience

Air Pollution & GHG Emissions Fleet Performance & Maintenance Propulsion

Baudouin Power Solutions for Tug & Salvage Operations Sponsored by Baudouin

30 Apr 2026

In tug and salvage operations, success depends on fast response, dependable power and the ability to perform under constant heavy loads. Baudouin marine engines are designed for these demanding duties, supporting operators in some of the toughest working environments at sea.

Propulsion

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

Stern roller conversion highlights value of Thordon water-lubricated bearings Sponsored by Thordon Bearings

13 Jan 2026

UAE-based vessel operator minimises downtime following stern roller failure, swapping bronze with Thordon SXL water-lubricated bearing during three-day conversion

Fleet Performance & Maintenance Offshore Support Vessels Propulsion

Permanent magnet machines for shaft generator systems and main propulsion

03 Dec 2025

Permanent magnet (PM) technology has already proven its worth across many industries – from renewable energy to electric transportation. But in the maritime sector, it is only in recent years that its full potential has begun to unfold.

Propulsion

Permanent magnet technology: a decade of smarter power at sea Sponsored by The Switch

12 Nov 2025

Over the past ten years, PM shaft generators have moved from a concept to a proven technology, delivering both fuel savings and reduced emissions across hundreds of vessels worldwide

Propulsion

Baudouin: Genuine Marine Engines Made for World-Class Vessels Sponsored by Baudouin

10 Nov 2025

For over a century, Baudouin has been powering the global maritime industry with engines built on reliability, endurance, and innovation. Founded in 1918 in France, the company has become a trusted partner for shipyards and operators worldwide, providing propulsion and auxiliary solutions designed to perform in the most demanding environments.

Offshore Support Vessels Propulsion

Retrofits and upgrades: the pragmatic choice for today’s fleet Sponsored by WIN GD

15 Oct 2025

WinGD’s dual-fuel ready diesel X-Engines can be converted to dual fuel when the shipowner makes the decision to opt for a greener fuel, be it LNG, methanol or ammonia.

Air Pollution & GHG Emissions Propulsion

Future-proof four-stroke engines for the LNG cargo sectorSponsored by Everllence

10 Jul 2025

The new Dual-Fuel, Electric+ (DFE+) propulsion concept for LNG carriers combines ABB’s Dynamic AC power distribution and control system with the highly efficient 49/60DF engine. For your vessel this results in less machinery space requirements, more cargo capacity and lots of energy to be saved.

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

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How design flexibility is reshaping the ship engine market.Sponsored by Win GD

How design flexibility is reshaping the ship engine market.Sponsored by Win GD

Laser alignment at sea: modular measurement systems for modern shipyards Sponsored by Easy-Laser

Why energy efficiency is becoming shipping’s most important competitive advantage Sponsored by SMM

Baudouin Power Solutions for Tug & Salvage Operations Sponsored by Baudouin

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

Stern roller conversion highlights value of Thordon water-lubricated bearings Sponsored by Thordon Bearings

Permanent magnet machines for shaft generator systems and main propulsion

Permanent magnet technology: a decade of smarter power at sea Sponsored by The Switch

Baudouin: Genuine Marine Engines Made for World-Class Vessels Sponsored by Baudouin

Retrofits and upgrades: the pragmatic choice for today’s fleet Sponsored by WIN GD

Future-proof four-stroke engines for the LNG cargo sectorSponsored by Everllence

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

Opinion

AI will be a gamechanger for tugs, salvage

Shipowners look to LNG to bridge a wider gap

The strait that changed everything

Battery technology tugs become mainstream, methanol fuelled vessels emerge

Does the current chaos create opportunities for LNG shipping?

Record orderbook shows cruise shipping’s growth is linked to sustainability

The Beijing Convention – an international framework on Judicial Ship Sales

Towage, salvage impacted by Middle East war

Seafarers: vulnerable and in the crosshairs

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