Autonomous vessel developer Saronic announced today the acquisition of Louisiana-based Gulf Craft, marking a significant expansion into autonomous shipbuilding. The acquisition provides Saronic with a strategically located Gulf Coast shipyard…
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Ensuring the safety of autonomous shipping
As autonomous shipping makes strides, DNV is supporting its safe development. This has led to the launch of the AROS notation.
Autonomous shipping – ranging from decision support to fully unmanned vessels – can deliver a wide range of benefits, including improved safety, optimized logistics chains, reduced emissions, and lower operational and maintenance costs. DNV’s Autonomous and Remotely Operated Ships (AROS) notation ensures that shipping can take steps forward in the autonomous space while...
https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/02/07/ensuring-the-safety-of-autonomous-shipping/
Distress signal from seafarers navigating towards change
Only 13% of seafarers feel ready to work with advanced digital technologies, as part of the transition toward decarbonisation and digitalisation. This is not just a gap—it’s a ticking time […]
https://www.shippingaustralia.com.au/distress-signal-from-seafarers-navigating-towards-change/
Op-Ed: Is the future autonomous shipping?
By Susan Riitala and Thor Maalouf
Autonomous ships hold immense potential to transform and enhance the efficiency of global supply chains by streamlining operations and reducing human error. Their ability to operate continuously and integrate with other automated systems offers a new level of precision and reliability in the movement of goods. Additionally, their ability to adjust routes dynamically based on real-time data, such as weather patterns or port congestion, can lead to smoother, more...
https://www.marinelog.com/views/op-ed-is-the-future-autonomous-shipping/
GAO Reports on the Future of Autonomous Ships and Regulatory Challenges
The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) has released a new report examining the potential impact of autonomous ships on the maritime environment and the efforts of the Coast Guard to…
https://gcaptain.com/gao-reports-on-the-future-of-autonomous-ships-and-regulatory-challenges/
Too slow IMO?
Will IMO’s slow response to regulating remotely operated and autonomous ships impact the future of seafarers? In a world where the maritime industry rapidly shifts to digitalisation and green fuels, […]
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Damen embraces innovation with Zeabuz’s tech for autonomous sailing
Dutch shipbuilding company Damen and Norwegian tech provider Zeabuz have joined forces to study new maritime solutions for autonomous sailing.
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https://www.offshore-energy.biz/damen-embraces-innovation-with-zeabuzs-tech-for-autonomous-sailing/
ONE SEA welcomes COSCO Shipping Technology as first China member
China’s software developer COSCO Shipping Technology has become the latest company to join One Sea, as the international autonomous shipping association continues to expand its geographical footprint following a period of significant growth in 2023.
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https://www.offshore-energy.biz/one-sea-welcomes-cosco-shipping-technology-as-first-china-member/
Belgian Firm Reveals Innovative Zero-Emission Autonomous Feeder Vessel Design
Belgian marine innovation firm ZULU Associates has unveiled its latest concept design for an innovative autonomous short sea container vessel. Named the ZULU MASS, the 200 TEU capacity vessel incorporates…
https://gcaptain.com/belgian-firm-reveals-innovative-zero-emission-autonomous-feeder-vessel-design/
K Line demonstrates autonomous navigation system on large RORO
Japanese shipping company Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line) has tested an autonomous navigation system […]
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