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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.

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

Wärtsilä White Metal Technology Sponsored by Wärtsilä Shaft Line Solutions

30 Mar 2021

‘As world leaders in advanced white metal technology and with more than 30 years of experience, Wärtsilä can repair and upgrade any specifications of white metal bearings and pads for a range of applications, using the most advanced technology in the industry.

Fleet Performance & Maintenance

Improving seal reliability Sponsored by Wärtsilä Shaft Line Solutions

05 Feb 2021

Without reliable sealing, even the simplest marine operation can become time consuming, costly and complex. With decades of experience in the design, servicing and integration of stern tube seals, bearings and shaft lines, Wärtsilä Shaft Line Solutions has extensive insight into the design and operational considerations that go towards maintaining maximal seal reliability. Read the business white paper to find out more.

Fleet Performance & Maintenance

Bringing shaft line expertise into a new era Sponsored by Wärtsilä Shaft Line Solutions

14 Jan 2021by Article Sponsor

A recent reorganisation of Wärtsilä Shaft Line Solutions has put the company even closer to its customers, with a focus on the increasingly integrated services and solutions the market demands

Fleet Performance & Maintenance Safety & Incidents

Opinion

offshore support Offshore Support Journal Offshore Wind Policy Ports & Terminals

A transition losing its energy

Port of Aberdeen CEO Bob Sanguinetti calls for government to create a stable, supportive environment for oil and gas and work to accelerate slow-developing offshore wind

Int. Tug & Salvage LNG Shipping & Terminals LNG Terminals New Ship Orders/Charters Ports & Terminals Shipbuilding & Design Tug & Salvage Tugs / Workboats

LNG terminal investments drive demand for newbuild tugs in the Americas

28 Oct 2025by Martyn Wingrove

Air Pollution & GHG Emissions Marine Propulsion Marine Propulsion & Auxiliary Machinery Regulations & Compliance

Net-Zero Framework: giant leap of faith or commercial suicide?

14 Oct 2025by John Snyder

offshore support Offshore Support Journal Offshore Support Vessels

Brazil: Big Oil, big discovery and big plans

30 Sep 2025by John Snyder

Marine Propulsion Marine Propulsion & Auxiliary Machinery Shipbuilding & Design Shipyards

US shipbuilding: a smarter path to maritime strength

05 Sep 2025by Garrett Rice

Batteries & Electrical Systems Hybrid Electric & Fuel Cells Int. Tug & Salvage Ports & Terminals Propulsion Tug & Salvage Tugs / Workboats

Battery-powered tugboats need generators to remain strategic assets in ports

04 Sep 2025by Martyn Wingrove

Accidents Insurance Int. Tug & Salvage Mooring Equipment Guidelines (fourth edition 2018) MEG4 Ports & Terminals Regulations & Compliance Safety & Incidents SOLAS Tug & Salvage Tugs / Workboats

Rapid tug co-ordination needed to rescue distressed ships in harbours

29 Aug 2025by Simon Tatham

Accidents Marine Propulsion Marine Propulsion & Auxiliary Machinery Safety & Incidents

When you care for crew, you care for your business

14 Aug 2025by John Snyder

Offshore Wind Offshore Wind Equipment & Services Offshore Wind Journal Offshore Wind Policy Ports & Terminals Shipbuilding & Design

No ships, no ports: no transition

13 Aug 2025by David Foxwell

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Ship Recycling Webinar Week

04 Nov 2025

GMT - ONLINE

Beginning Tuesday 21 October, Riviera will be holding a three-day series of webinars focused on evolving ship recycling regulations, the shift to digital compliance tools, and the commercial urgency surrounding end-of-life vessel management. Each webinar is technically focused, meticulously researched, and addresses the most pressing challenges and opportunities in recycling compliance and sustainable scrapping

International Bulk Shipping Conference 2025

18 Nov 2025

London

Join us at the International Bulk Shipping Conference in London on 18 November. This event will focus on the operational, regulatory and technical elements that make for safe, sustainable and profitable dry bulk vessel operations.

Tankers 2030 Conference

19 Nov 2025

Singapore

The conference for professionals in the Tanker and Terminals industry. It covers bunkering, shortsea, deepsea and shuttle tanker operations.

Maritime Navigation Innovation Webinar Week

24 Nov 2025

GMT - ONLINE

Beginning Monday 24 November, Riviera will be holding a three-day series of webinars focused on the future of maritime navigation: from S-100 integration and autonomous ship operations, to advanced voyage planning in a rapidly changing world. Each webinar is technically focused, meticulously researched, and addresses the most urgent challenges and opportunities facing navigators, operators, and technology providers.

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