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Permanent magnet machines for shaft generator systems and main propulsion

Permanent magnet machines for shaft generator systems and main propulsion

Permanent magnet (PM) technology has already proven its worth across many industries – from renewable energy to electric transportation. But in the ...
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Video: US confirms fifth Venezuela-linked tanker seized in Caribbean Sea

Video: US confirms fifth Venezuela-linked tanker seized in Caribbean Sea

09 Jan 2026by Jamey Bergman
US Southern Command confirmed US forces have ’apprehended’ Aframax tanker Olina, one of several vessels apparently trying to escape a US blockade
Safety & Incidents
Government agency investigation starts on UK container cargo loss

Government agency investigation starts on UK container cargo loss

23 Dec 2025by Martyn Wingrove
Containers that fell off a roro vessel in December were being salvaged from southern England beaches
Safety & Incidents
Shadow fleet VLCCs left 'virtually useless' as US again targets Venezuela-linked tankers

Shadow fleet VLCCs left 'virtually useless' as US again targets Venezuela-linked tankers

22 Dec 2025by Georgios Georgiou
The US has seized a second tanker and is pursuing a third, all of which have previously carried Venezuelan cargoes
Safety & Incidents
Ukraine claims 'unprecedented' Mediterranean attack on Russia-linked sanctioned tanker

Ukraine claims 'unprecedented' Mediterranean attack on Russia-linked sanctioned tanker

19 Dec 2025by Georgios Georgiou
Reports indicate the strike occurred off the coast of Libya, causing “critical damage”
Safety & Incidents
US sanctions 29 additional Iran-linked 'shadow vessels', total tops 180

US sanctions 29 additional Iran-linked 'shadow vessels', total tops 180

19 Dec 2025by Georgios Georgiou
US cracks down on Iran petroleum trade as EU and UK target Russia’s energy sector
Safety & Incidents
EU sanctions 41 Russia-linked bulkers and tankers over grain theft and energy trade

EU sanctions 41 Russia-linked bulkers and tankers over grain theft and energy trade

18 Dec 2025by Georgios Georgiou
With this latest decision, the total number of sanctioned vessels has now risen to nearly 600
Safety & Incidents
Sweden reports Russian military operation to protect 'shadow fleet'

Sweden reports Russian military operation to protect 'shadow fleet'

17 Dec 2025by Georgios Georgiou
The reports come as growth in the global shadow fleet appears to be stabilising, with the pace of new vessel additions slowing
Safety & Incidents
EU cracks down on 'shadow fleet enablers' in latest Russia-targeted sanctions 

EU cracks down on 'shadow fleet enablers' in latest Russia-targeted sanctions 

16 Dec 2025by Georgios Georgiou
Those designated face an asset freeze, and EU citizens and companies are prohibited from providing them with funds
Safety & Incidents
Using AI navigation tools to cut collision risks

Using AI navigation tools to cut collision risks

04 Dec 2025by Craig Jallal
Shipowners, DNV and Orca AI discussed data-driven bridge support, training and design changes to close the perception gap and cut collision risks in busy waters
DigitalisationFleet Performance & MaintenanceRegulations & ComplianceSafety & Incidents
Nine kidnapped, one injured after pirates attack LPG carrier in Gulf of Guinea

Nine kidnapped, one injured after pirates attack LPG carrier in Gulf of Guinea

03 Dec 2025by Georgios Georgiou
Denmark-based Christiania Gas reported crew have been ’taken’ from its 2003-built, company-operated vessel Cgas Saturn
PiracySafety & Incidents
Black Sea war risk rates climb as third Russia-linked tanker attacked

Black Sea war risk rates climb as third Russia-linked tanker attacked

02 Dec 2025by Georgios Georgiou
Turkish authorities report that a Russia-flagged tanker has been struck in the Black Sea, in the aftermath of last week’s twin attack
Safety & Incidents
Explosions in Black Sea and Senegal hit three tankers linked to Russian trade

Explosions in Black Sea and Senegal hit three tankers linked to Russian trade

01 Dec 2025by Georgios Georgiou
Two sanctioned vessels were struck in the Black Sea, with Ukrainian authorities claiming responsibility
Safety & Incidents

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2026 in dry bulk: more ships, lower average earnings

Dry bulk enters 2026 with more ships, fragile trade growth and tougher demands on safety, paperwork and emissions, keeping utilisation under pressure
Business & FinanceForecastsTanker Shipping & TradeTankers

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

07 Jan 2026by Craig Jallal
Alternative FuelsArtificial Intelligence (AI)Fuels & LubricantsHybrid Electric & Fuel CellsInt. Tug & SalvageIoTLNG as a fuelMarine PropulsionMethanolPortsShipbuilding & DesignTug & SalvageTug & Towage ServicesTugs / WorkboatsVessel MonitoringVessel Optimisation

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

31 Dec 2025by Martyn Wingrove
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomous VesselsBridge EquipmentBridge SystemsCommunicationsDigital TwinsDigitalisationECDISFloating LNGHomeMaritime Optimisation & CommunicationsNavigationOptimisation & CommunicationPortsSatellite CommunicationsVessel OptimisationVoyage PlanningVSAT

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

31 Dec 2025by Martyn Wingrove
Business & FinanceFloating LNGLNG ShippingLNG Shipping & Terminals

The size of the prize

30 Dec 2025by Craig Jallal
Offshore WindOffshore Wind JournalOffshore Wind Policy

2026 in the offshore wind industry: the beginning of a much-needed reset

30 Dec 2025by David Foxwell
Alternative FuelsBallast Water Treatment TechnologyFuels & LubricantsMaritime Environmental ProtectionRegulations & Compliance

2025 in marine environmental protection: politics stall progress on net zero

29 Dec 2025by Craig Jallal
HomeInt. Tug & SalvagePortsRegulations & ComplianceSafety & IncidentsTug & SalvageTug & Towage ServicesTugs / Workboats

Legal framework for towage in the digital era 

29 Dec 2025by Helen McCormick
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomous VesselsBig DataBridge SystemsCommunicationsCondition MonitoringDigital TwinsDigitalisationLifecycle ManagementMaritime Optimisation & CommunicationsNavigationOptimisation & CommunicationSatellite CommunicationsVessel MonitoringVessel Optimisation

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

29 Dec 2025by Martyn Wingrove

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Maritime Regulations Webinar Week

Maritime Regulations Webinar Week

16 Dec 2025GMT - ONLINE
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

Floating energy: successfully unlocking stranded gas using FLNGs and FSRUs

24 Feb 2026GMT - ONLINE
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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