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Shipyard gains class approval for AI-based digital twin technology

12 May 2026by Martyn Wingrove

Lloyd’s Register grants approval for Navantia’s computer-based modelling framework to enhance future naval programmes

Shipbuilding & Design

RINA pushes decarbonisation, digitalisation and workforce development with Singapore hub expansion

05 May 2026by John Snyder

Italian class society moves to expand its footprint in Singapore to facilitate research, development, and testing of digital twins, alternative fuels, and AI-enabled learning solutions

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Dual-scope approach to inspection reduces vessel days and costs

16 Apr 2026by David Foxwell

Time-saving approach combined baseline survey and 3D scan in one operation

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First smart augmented tanker joins Wah Kwong fleet

07 Apr 2026by Craig Jallal

An LR2 tanker delivered in Dalian becomes the first ship in Wah Kwong’s new digital series to add shore-based decision support

Digitalisation Fleet Performance & Maintenance

Digital twins: a ‘single source of truth’ for lifecycle management

25 Mar 2026by Martyn Wingrove

A panel of experts discussed the rapidly evolving use of digital twins to improve ship design, engineering, classification, maintenance and operations

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Digitalisation and automation transform tug operations

24 Mar 2026by Martyn Wingrove

Artificial intelligence, automation, digital integration and cyber security are key innovations shaping sustainable tugboat performance

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Digital twin enhances efficiency in San Antonio terminal

11 Feb 2026by Martyn Wingrove

A Chilean container terminal is deploying a digital twin to improve operations

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5G connectivity rolled out in three British ports

08 Jan 2026by Martyn Wingrove

Three harbours in southeast England have invested in fast communications networks to facilitate smart port operations

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2026 in maritime optimisation and communications: key digitalisation technologies to transform shipping

31 Dec 2025by Martyn Wingrove

Developments in LEO, S-100, quantum computing, 6G and autonomous vessels are among the major technological advances slated for the 2020s that will shape the long-term future of the maritime industry

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2025 in maritime optimisation and communications: LEO constellations, GPS jamming, AI and USVs drive development

29 Dec 2025by Martyn Wingrove

Maritime Optimisation & Communications editor reviews the technology trends impacting the maritime world in 2025

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2025's most-read stories in Maritime Optimisation & Communications

26 Dec 2025by Riviera News

We look back on our most-read stories to get a better view, from you, of the topics that shaped the industry in 2025

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Bulk conference maps safety, decarbonisation and data

01 Dec 2025by Craig Jallal

Stephenson Harwood-hosted event set out how bulk owners can navigate safety rules, carbon costs and data demands to stay competitive

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The strait that changed everything

For decades, the Strait of Hormuz has been described as the world’s most important oil chokepoint.

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Battery technology tugs become mainstream, methanol fuelled vessels emerge

04 May 2026by Martyn Wingrove

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Does the current chaos create opportunities for LNG shipping?

04 May 2026by Eduardo Perez Orue

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

27 Apr 2026by John Snyder

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The Beijing Convention – an international framework on Judicial Ship Sales

24 Apr 2026by Riviera News

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Towage, salvage impacted by Middle East war

01 Apr 2026by Martyn Wingrove

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Seafarers: vulnerable and in the crosshairs

31 Mar 2026by John Snyder

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

09 Mar 2026by John Snyder

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Methanol-fuelled tugs to begin operations in 2026

19 Feb 2026by Martyn Wingrove

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Maritime Regulations Webinar Week

16 Dec 2025

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On 16 December, Riviera will be holding a webinar on how to achieve IMO compliance while powering sustainable shipping practices.

This webinar delivers practical guidance on managing compliance ...

Floating energy: successfully unlocking stranded gas using FLNGs and FSRUs

24 Feb 2026

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Stranded gas represents untapped value and floating LNG and FSRUs offer the quickest way to monetise it. To capitalise on these opportunities, you must master both the technology behind floating gas ...

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