Momentum for IMO’s maritime autonomous surface ships code is building, and IMO is moving decisively to support the evolution of autonomous shipping into a practical and commercial reality

Regulations & Compliance

AI helps Ultranav enhance operational safety

18 Feb 2026by Martyn Wingrove

The Chile-based maritime group is deploying artificial intelligence across its 420 managed vessels to reduce incidents

Safety & Incidents

SEACOR president: data analytics, onboard automation coming for OSVs

17 Feb 2026by Martyn Wingrove

John Gellert addresses the rising volume of data coming from offshore support vessels

Digitalisation Offshore Support Vessels

Jifmar invests in fleet digitalisation after acquiring Seacontractors

17 Feb 2026by Martyn Wingrove

French owner uses artificial intelligence for fleet optimisation and to improve workflows

Digitalisation Offshore Support Vessels

OSV operators’ triple threat: GPS jamming, cyber gaps and crew skills crisis

16 Feb 2026by Edwin Lampert

GPS jamming, cyber vulnerabilities and thinning seamanship are quietly rewriting the risk calculus for offshore support vessels

Cyber Security Offshore Support Vessels Safety & Incidents

NYK: digital transformation a ‘catalyst for change’

16 Feb 2026by Martyn Wingrove

Japanese shipping group is investing in AI-driven analytics, IoT and autonomous vessels

Digitalisation

SPM: control connectivity access to prevent incidents

16 Feb 2026by Martyn Wingrove

SPM Shipping is tackling the challenges of using LEO constellation communications

Cyber Security Safety & Incidents

Hapag-Lloyd launches IoT container tracking trial

16 Feb 2026by Rebecca Moore

A new partnership will integrate internet of things technology for real-time global container visibility, tracking and data collection

Digitalisation

Amazon gains FCC approval, builds distribution network

13 Feb 2026by Martyn Wingrove

Another LEO satellite constellation will rival Starlink and OneWeb

Regulations & Compliance

VHF communications, faster VTS intervention reduce accidents

12 Feb 2026by Martyn Wingrove

An investigation into the fatal collision of a bulk carrier and a general cargo ship highlighted the risks of ignoring IMO regulations

Safety & Incidents

Bureau Veritas approves autonomous navigation program

11 Feb 2026by Martyn Wingrove

Class approval in principle provides a clear pathway to full certification for remotely controlled vessels

Digitalisation

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

Digitalisation Ports & Terminals

Opinion

4-stroke Engines Fuels & Lubricants Home Hybrid Propulsion Int. Tug & Salvage Marine Propulsion & Auxiliary Machinery Methanol Naval Architecture & Ship Design Ports Shipbuilding & Design Terminals Tug & Salvage Tug & Towage Services Tugs / Workboats

Methanol-fuelled tugs to begin operations in 2026

Finally, the tug and towage sector will discover how methanol can become a credible alternative fuel to diesel

Batteries & Electrical Systems Ferries Hybrid Electric & Fuel Cells Marine Propulsion Marine Propulsion & Auxiliary Machinery Passenger Ship Technology Propulsion Tugs / Workboats

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

17 Feb 2026by Luciano Santos

Home Int. Tug & Salvage New Ship Orders/Charters Ports & Terminals Regulations & Compliance Tug & Salvage Tug & Towage Services Tugs / Workboats

Take care if local laws govern contract terms

16 Feb 2026by Simon Tatham

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

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

29 Jan 2026by Valentina Keys

Ballast Water Management Convention Ballast Water Management Systems Ballast Water Treatment Ballast Water Treatment Technology Container Ships Environmental Social and Governance Maritime Environmental Protection MARPOL Regulations & Compliance

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

13 Jan 2026by Craig Jallal

Analyst / Bank Forecasts Business & Finance Dry Cargo Forecasts Regulations & Compliance Ship Recycling

2026 in dry bulk: more ships, lower average earnings

09 Jan 2026by Craig Jallal

Business & Finance Forecasts Tanker Shipping & Trade Tankers

2026 in tanker shipping and trade: deliveries, decarbonisation, shifting geopolitics

07 Jan 2026by Craig Jallal

Alternative Fuels Artificial Intelligence (AI)Fuels & Lubricants Hybrid Electric & Fuel Cells Int. Tug & Salvage IoT LNG as a fuel Marine Propulsion Methanol Ports Shipbuilding & Design Tug & Salvage Tug & Towage Services Tugs / Workboats Vessel Monitoring Vessel Optimisation

2026 in tug and salvage: electric and methanol-fuelled tugs arrive

31 Dec 2025by Martyn Wingrove

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

31 Dec 2025by 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.

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Floating energy: successfully unlocking stranded gas using FLNGs and FSRUs

24 Feb 2026

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