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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

Designing reliable power solutions for tomorrow's FPSO & FLNG facilities Sponsored by Everllence

27 Oct 2026

Join experts from Everllence and Wison for a discussion on power generation, efficiency, and integrated system design for floating energy projects.

Lead the future of tug propulsion with the 175D Sponsored by Everllence

14 Sep 2026

Tug operations leave no room for compromise. Power, precision, uptime, and reliability are essential when manoeuvring in the most challenging situations. At the same time, operators need to reduce fuel consumption, meet evolving emission requirements, and prepare for the transition to future fuels.

Propulsion

Baudouin Power Solutions for Oil & Gas Operations Sponsored by Baudouin

02 Sep 2026

Offshore oil and gas operations place exceptional demands on marine power systems. From diving and support vessels to LNG terminal tugboats and larger specialized vessels, operators require dependable power over long operating hours, often in demanding environments where downtime can directly impact critical operations.

Propulsion

HamiltonJet LTX53: Greater control where offshore wind crews need it mostSponsored by HamiltonJet

06 Aug 2026

Waterjet-powered crew transfer vessels provide reliable, fast and safe transfer of technicians and specialist supplies to offshore wind energy installations

Propulsion

Methanol and Ethanol Dual Fuel Conversion Solution Sponsored by MaK

14 Jul 2026

Regulations are changing fast. Prepare for the future with an innovative dual fuel solution from MaK

Air Pollution & GHG Emissions Equipment & Services Fleet Performance & Maintenance Offshore Support Vessels Propulsion Regulations & Compliance

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

Baudouin Power Solutions for Tug & Salvage Operations Sponsored by Baudouin

21 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

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Booming LNG exports drive US tugboat fleet growth and owner investment campaigns

When it comes to new tugboat construction, LNG is attracting the greatest interest in many US states and one Canadian province

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ISO 6319 and the Shift from Reactive Hull Cleaning to Proactive Biofouling ManagementSponsored by Jotun

Designing reliable power solutions for tomorrow's FPSO & FLNG facilities Sponsored by Everllence

Lead the future of tug propulsion with the 175D Sponsored by Everllence

Baudouin Power Solutions for Oil & Gas Operations Sponsored by Baudouin

HamiltonJet LTX53: Greater control where offshore wind crews need it mostSponsored by HamiltonJet

Methanol and Ethanol Dual Fuel Conversion Solution Sponsored by MaK

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

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

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Booming LNG exports drive US tugboat fleet growth and owner investment campaigns

ZESTAs Secretary-General: 'This is no longer about proving these technologies work. They work.'

Wood Mackenzie: can Canada capitalise on Asia's need for long-term, lower-carbon LNG?

Policy and insurance: automation does not make an autonomous ship

Ethanol momentum in maritime shifts from engines to economics

Veson Nautical: full restoration is unlikely before at least mid-2027

Ammonia: an emerging energy commodity that shipping shouldn’t ignore

Why ports need to invest in dedicated electric tug charging

Are invasive species an emerging challenge for offshore wind?

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