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Technologies advance tug handling, sailing and positioning

Technologies advance tug handling, sailing and positioning

02 Mar 2026by Martyn Wingrove
Integrated bridge system and DP developments are being eclipsed by advances in AI-driven autonomous navigation
Dynamic Positioning
VHF communications, faster VTS intervention reduce accidents

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

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
Indian autonomous navigation software validated through sea trials 

Indian autonomous navigation software validated through sea trials 

28 Jan 2026by Martyn Wingrove
An Indian classification society has confirmed the USV program conforms with IMO’s anti-collision regulations
Regulations & Compliance
North Sea and Baltic states highlight spoofing and jamming in warning over Russian interference

North Sea and Baltic states highlight spoofing and jamming in warning over Russian interference

27 Jan 2026by Martyn Wingrove
Governments around the Baltic Sea and North Sea see GNSS interference and AIS manipulation as a threat to maritime safety and security
Cyber SecurityRegulations & ComplianceSafety & Incidents
Norwegian maritime charity gifted electronic navigation tech

Norwegian maritime charity gifted electronic navigation tech

16 Jan 2026by Martyn Wingrove
A Norwegian maritime rescue charity will install digital navigation devices, charts and services across its fleet in 2026
Safety & Incidents
Ocean Infinity orders remotely operated vessels 

Ocean Infinity orders remotely operated vessels 

12 Jan 2026by Martyn Wingrove
A Fincantieri Group subsidiary will build multipurpose support vessels in Norway and Vietnam under a US$235M contract
Offshore Support VesselsShipbuilding & Design
2026 in maritime optimisation and communications: key digitalisation technologies to transform shipping

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

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
Digitalisation
Pilbara Ports installs enhanced vessel tracking technology on tugboat fleet

Pilbara Ports installs enhanced vessel tracking technology on tugboat fleet

19 Dec 2025by Martyn Wingrove
Digital technology addresses limitations in traditional vessel tracking systems for better co-ordination during dry bulk carrier manoeuvres
Ports & Terminals
Gram Car Carriers deploys digital watchkeepers, fleet analytics

Gram Car Carriers deploys digital watchkeepers, fleet analytics

16 Dec 2025by Martyn Wingrove
Navigational safety will be improved by AI-powered pods on car and truck carriers
Safety & Incidents
Takeoff of remote pilotage remains remote for now 

Takeoff of remote pilotage remains remote for now 

12 Dec 2025by Martyn Wingrove
Key challenges would need to be overcome if remote ship pilotage is to be developed and implemented worldwide
Ports & Terminals

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Batteries & Electrical SystemsFerriesHybrid Electric & Fuel CellsMarine PropulsionMarine Propulsion & Auxiliary MachineryPassenger Ship TechnologyPropulsionTugs / Workboats

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

17 Feb 2026by Luciano Santos
HomeInt. Tug & SalvageNew Ship Orders/ChartersPorts & TerminalsRegulations & ComplianceTug & SalvageTug & Towage ServicesTugs / Workboats

Take care if local laws govern contract terms

16 Feb 2026by Simon Tatham
Air Pollution & GHG EmissionsAlternative FuelsMarine PropulsionMarine Propulsion & Auxiliary MachineryRegulations & Compliance

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

29 Jan 2026by Valentina Keys
Ballast Water Management ConventionBallast Water Management SystemsBallast Water TreatmentBallast Water Treatment TechnologyContainer ShipsEnvironmental Social and GovernanceMaritime Environmental ProtectionMARPOLRegulations & Compliance

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

13 Jan 2026by Craig Jallal
Analyst / Bank ForecastsBusiness & FinanceDry CargoForecastsRegulations & ComplianceShip Recycling

2026 in dry bulk: more ships, lower average earnings

09 Jan 2026by Craig Jallal
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
Business & FinanceFloating LNGLNG ShippingLNG Shipping & Terminals

The size of the prize

30 Dec 2025by Craig Jallal

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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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