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Liberian Registry urges stricter seafarer compliance

07/04/2026

The Liberian Registry, the world’s largest ship registry, is urging shipowners, managers, crewing agencies, and operators to review and reinforce their seafarer compliance systems. The Registry maintains ongoing compliance frameworks...

KR launches AI-powered KR-CON 24 for IMO compliance

07/04/2026

Korean Register (KR) has launched Version 24 of KR-CON, its digital database of international maritime conventions. The upgrade integrates AI-based search functions and a restructured classification system to improve the...

IMO mandates cybersecurity across global shipping platforms

01/04/2026

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has endorsed a global strategy on maritime digitalisation, accompanied by mandatory cybersecurity rules for maritime single windows, aimed at strengthening safety, efficiency, and operational resilience....

Orca AI earns ClassNK TQ for full-surround vessel sensing

31/03/2026

The Orca AI platform has achieved official Technology Qualification (TQ) from ClassNK, the Japanese classification society, confirming that its real-time AI and computer vision meet the performance requirements for autonomous...

ICS, ITF engage Gulf States to protect seafarers

31/03/2026

The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) have met with Gulf State representatives to address the impact of the ongoing conflict on shipping and...

Unseenlabs to launch BRO-19 maritime monitoring satellite

27/03/2026

Unseenlabs has announced the forthcoming launch of BRO-19, the twentieth satellite in its maritime domain awareness constellation. The satellite will lift off as part of the Transporter-16 rideshare mission from...

Seaward launches unified vessel control with autonomy

25/03/2026

Seaward Automation, with Robosys, has unveiled Command™ upgrades at the Palm Beach Boat Show, adding Remote Command and Autonomous Navigation via VOYAGER AI. Command™ provides a single, intuitive interface for...

Wattlab scales solar energy for coasters and Supramax

24/03/2026

Wattlab has proven that its Solar Flatrack system can provide a practical, scalable source of onboard energy, particularly for a vessel’s hotel load. Following two pilot projects and a first...

LR report highlights urgent need for data governance

18/03/2026

According to research from Lloyd’s Register (LR) and OneOcean, shipping companies must actively harness and standardise operational data to stay competitive in a rapidly digitalising and regulated industry. The report,...

KR launches AI-driven SeaTrust Software Hub upgrade

05/03/2026

Korean Register (KR) has launched an upgraded version of its technical software platform, SeaTrust Software Hub, now featuring an AI-driven system to improve user accessibility and streamline customer support. The...

RIN report flags GNSS safety risks at sea

26/02/2026

The Royal Institute of Navigation (RIN) has released a report detailing the growing impact of GNSS interference in the maritime sector. The study surveyed over 100 sector experts and 300...

Did you MISSS it? MIS Shipping Summit, Athens 2026

20/02/2026

by Punit Oza, Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at FrontM An industry conference brings multiple perspectives and the sharing of knowledge. This leads to learning and actionable insights, which eventually benefit...

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