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An online research library of technical, solutions-based whitepapers, case studies and expert views from across the maritime engineering and offshore sectors that address the developments and challenges facing our industries today.

Safety & Incidents

Ten damage stability items that should be calculated differently

24 Jan 2025

This whitepaper describes ten typical example scenarios often seen in damage stability calculations

Safety & Incidents

Whitepaper: Optimising LNG ship-to-ship transfers Sponsored by Fendercare

07 Aug 2024

LNG STS is still a relatively new and niche industry, having grown from an estimated 500 in 2013 to an estimated 1,50...

Regulations & Compliance Safety & Incidents

Understanding Human Factors, Behavioural Based Safety Whitepaper Sponsored by SOL-X

23 May 2022

Behavioural Based Safety is a methodology in implementing safety programs which emphasizes on the risk-enablers that ...

Safety & Incidents

The 6 key factors in selecting the right fiber for mooring lines Sponsored by DSM Dyneema

30 Oct 2021

Through the creation of Dyneema® SK78, and thanks to its involvement in the development of OCIMF MEG4 guidelines, DSM...

Safety & Incidents

Towing Lines – Making the Right Choice: The Vital Connection

27 Oct 2021

This paper presents a timely review of towing line connections between main lines and pennants. Typically, towing rop...

Safety & Incidents

Mooring line performance in warm climate and dynamic conditions Sponsored by DSM Dyneema

28 Jul 2021

New regulatory requirements, higher safety standards, cost pressure, and larger vessels are just some of the challeng...

Ports & Terminals Safety & Incidents

Electronic lookout function for increased ship safety Sponsored by ABB

08 Mar 2021

Traditionally, the navigational watch of ships consisted of the officer of the watch, the lookout and the helmsman. I...

Regulations & Compliance Safety & Incidents

Using the Human Performance Index to Reduce Shipping Industry Incidents

17 Jul 2020

HPI is a tool for organisations to understand the attributes important to sustainable incident reduction and the metr...

Safety & Incidents

Dynamic Positioning Failure Mode Effects Analysis Assurance Framework Risk-based Guidance

03 Jul 2020

Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) is a tool used by reliability engineers throughout the design process.

Dynamic Positioning Regulations & Compliance Safety & Incidents

Recovering the shaftline after a grounding

08 Jun 2020

Ships are incredible machines at the mercy of powerful natural forces; sometimes even the best planning and operation...

Propulsion Safety & Incidents Shipbuilding & Design

Wartsila Shaft Line Repair ServicesSPONSORED ARTICLE

14 Jan 2020

Wärtsilä understand the importance of resolving shaft line problems as quickly as possible. That’s why we developed W...

Equipment & Services Fleet Performance & Maintenance Safety & Incidents

Inventory of Hazardous Materials: Answers to the 10 most asked questionsSPONSORED ARTICLE

18 Nov 2019

Hazardous Materials, generally found onboard ships (as part of their fixed structure or assemblies), are identified w...

Regulations & Compliance Safety & Incidents Ship Recycling

Selecting the right fiber for mooring lines

23 Sep 2019

Through the creation of Dyneema® SK78, and thanks to its involvement in the development of OCIMF MEG4 guidelines, DSM...

Equipment & Services Safety & Incidents

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12 Jan 2026

National Grid updates plans for interconnector between the UK and the Netherlands

12 Jan 2026

Azores ferry operator upgrades digital passenger experience

12 Jan 2026

Ocean Infinity orders remotely operated vessels

12 Jan 2026

'Rare geopolitical win': EU-Mercosur deal promises diversified trade amid global tensions

12 Jan 2026

Hornbeck Offshore strikes partnership with autonomous vessel developer

12 Jan 2026

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Improving fleet utilization and reducing costs through AI-powered scheduling Sponsored by Seaber

30 Oct 2025

A tanker operator approached Seaber with a challenge that resonates across the maritime industry: ...

Marine fuel additives reduce emissions and enhance engine efficiency Sponsored by World Fuel Services

22 Apr 2025

It is likely that there could be at least a 10–15-year window during which time existing fuels ...

A Comprehensive Technical Analysis of Alternative Fuels Sponsored by Class NK

13 Dec 2024

The maritime industry is undergoing a significant transformation to reduce greenhouse gas emissions ...

IACS Unified Requirements E26 And E27 – Beyond Compliance Sponsored by Inmarsat

16 Oct 2024

The maritime industry is becoming more digitised and interconnected, which creates opportunities to ...

Decarbonizing MaritimeTransport: Pricing EU ETS Compliance and the Role of Methanol as a Future Fuel Sponsored by OPIS

19 Sep 2024

This white paper provides a comprehensive overview of the EU ETS maritime directive, explores ...

Alternative maritime power: The key to greener ports

23 Apr 2024

To protect people and ecosystems, regulators worldwide have introduced measures targeting cleaner ...

The Importance of Calibration to a Traceable Standard in Custody Transfer Measurement Systems Onboard LNG Carriers Sponsored by Emerson

22 Sep 2023

This paper describes the requirement to perform periodic calibration on instruments used in custody ...

The Carbon Intensity Indicator and the Chemical Parcel Trade

03 Apr 2023

The analysis shows that chemical parcel tankers display consistently higher CII ratings, when ...

Sikafloor® Marine UL FF Experience a Revolutionary Marine Flooring Solution

21 Oct 2022

To help the shipbuilding industry to reduce CO2 emissions, Sika has developed an ultra-light weight ...

Taking Control of Marine Growth Sponsored by Evoqua Water Technologies

14 Jun 2022

Darren Dale, director of product management at Evoqua Water Technologies, discusses the issue of ...

Simulation-Driven Ship Design White Paper Sponsored by Siemens Digital Industries Software

15 Mar 2022by Former Member

This paper describes a new approach to vessel design: simulation-driven ship design. By moving away ...

Full-scale CFD simulation for marine design: An in-depth review Sponsored by Siemens Digital Industries Software

09 Mar 2022

Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) is becoming widely used in marine design. Generally, CFD is run ...

The future of ship design and engineering Sponsored by SIEMENS DIGITAL INDUSTRIES SOFTWARE

04 Mar 2022by Former Member

The future of ship design and engineering is critical to shipbuilders. This phase of shipbuilding ...

Protecting Equipment from Microbial Contamination when changing Fuel Chemistry Sponsored by Conidia Bioscience Limited

23 Feb 2022

Increases in bio-content in fuels have the potential to increase Microbial Growth (MBG) in fuel ...

Maritime Forecast to 2050 Sponsored by DNV

15 Nov 2021

The demands on shipping to decarbonize are intensifying. It might be an oft-repeated refrain, but ...

The Marine Industry in 2030 : Navigating a Digital Fleet

04 Oct 2021by Former Member

Ship operators need to balance capacity utilization, operating cost, time at sea, and delivery ...

Near Shore Connectivity : Vodafone Whitepaper

21 May 2021by Dave Williams

4G/LTE technology can never be a replacement for satellite but it has been overlooked as a ...

Why Laminated Metal Is An Excellent Choice For Cruising Ship Interiors Sponsored by Metalcolour A/S

01 Apr 2021

Film Laminated Steel and Aluminum has been used for designing and building cruising ship interiors ...

Cyber Security Requirements for IMO 2021 Sponsored by Inmarsat

24 Mar 2021

By International Maritime Organization (IMO) resolution, no later than a ship’s first annual ...

Commissioning sampling for ballast water treatment systems Sponsored by Alfa Laval

16 Feb 2021

Understanding the purpose and implementation.

This paper clarifies the new requirement, explaining ...

New Alternatives to Online DPD Instruments for TRO Measurement in BWMS Sponsored by Halogen Systems Inc.

16 Feb 2021by Dave Williams

Designed specifically for BWMS type applications, Halogen’s amperometric sensor is a unique ...

Start Your Ballast Water Treatment Today to Reduce Operational Risks Sponsored by Wilhelmsen Ships Service

12 Feb 2021

Ballast water discharges by ships can have a negative impact on the marine environment. Today, all ...

Improving seal reliability Sponsored by Wärtsilä Shaft Line Solutions

05 Feb 2021by Dave Williams

Ensuring the reliability of a vessel is one of the most important responsibilities of any operator, ...

EPA T4 / IMO III emissions compliance without urea after-treatment Sponsored by Wabtec

07 Jan 2021by Dave Williams

This paper will describe Wabtec’s advanced EGR technology and detail results from independent ...

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Floating energy: successfully unlocking stranded gas using FLNGs and FSRUs

24 Feb 2026

GMT - 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 solutions and their commercial models. This webinar will highlight how to achieve that balance effectively.

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