Navigation, Autonomy&New Technologies

The European Space Agency (ESA) has initiated a new flagship project, Decarbonization through the Digitalization in Shipping (DECARDIS), together with optimization platform company Awake.AI, technology leader ABB and shipping company Wallenius Marine. The consortium, funded by ESA and led by Awake.AI, will collaborate on a port call optimization solution, which focuses on helping ships cut greenhouse gas emissions by overcoming inefficiencies in the ship-port interaction.

Despite huge strides in...

https://thedigitalship.com/news/electronics-navigation/item/9166-esa-wallenius-abb-project-to-cut-vessel-waiting-at-port

Neptune Robotics, a pioneer in AI-powered robotic hull cleaning services, has expanded to Singapore becoming the first industry player capable of supporting shipowners and operators along China-Singapore shipping routes. The deep tech company enters Singapore with a proprietary fleet of six underwater robots that can clean in extreme ocean environment with environment-friendly debris collection system. The move also makes Neptune Robotics the first company to bring robotic hull cleaning...

https://thedigitalship.com/news/electronics-navigation/item/9160-neptune-robotics-offers-underwater-hull-cleaning-in-singapore

On 23 October, the first MASS North Sea MoU Symposium was kicked off by Belgium. The event brought together national administrations, class societies, technology providers and the broader maritime industry from Belgium, the Netherlands, Norway, Denmark and the United Kingdom to discuss Uncrewed Surface Vessel (USVs).

Uncrewed Surface Vessel, commonly known as USV, is a robotic, remote-controlled or autonomous watercraft that operates on the surface of bodies of water without a crew onboard.

To...

https://thedigitalship.com/news/electronics-navigation/item/9156-belgian-government-organises-autonomous-shipping-forum

Thordon Bearings has unveiled a new wireless propeller shaft bearing wear measurement system, marking a significant advancement in hull and propeller shaft condition monitoring.

Developed in partnership with CSignum, a UK-based underwater communications specialist, Thordon’s Bearing Condition Monitoring – Wireless (BCM-W) system adopts patented electromagnetic field signaling (EMFS) technology to transfer data from underwater sensors to monitors positioned above the waterline.

The technology...

https://thedigitalship.com/news/electronics-navigation/item/9153-thordon-offers-wireless-monitoring-of-water-lubricated-shaft-bearings-with-electromagnetics

NES will supply frequency converters and electric motors for the propulsion system, battery system, transformers and its proprietary Quadro Master switchboard – a DC power distribution switchboard that enables the use of variable speed generators. The Quadro Master is supported by NES’ Odin’s Eye, enabling a DC-ring system configuration. NES will also deliver its integrated automation system – IAS – and own navigation system, RAVEN INS, developed in-house to meet the highest standards of modern...

https://thedigitalship.com/news/electronics-navigation/item/9134-norwegian-electric-systems-to-provide-energy-design-automation-and-bridge-system-for-omv-vessel

BIMCO’s Documentary Committee has adopted the AUTOSHIPMAN agreement in response to a growing number of remotely controlled ships.

The AUTOSHIPMAN agreement provides a standard contractual foundation for third-party ship managers to deliver services for the operation of remotely controlled or fully autonomous ships. Remotely controlled ships are currently used primarily in inland waterways and coastal trades, but the sector is growing. 

“Currently, remotely controlled ships are operating...

https://thedigitalship.com/news/electronics-navigation/item/9130-bimco-standard-contractual-foundation-for-remotely-controlled-ships

 Key shipping leaders, climate advocates and technology innovators have gathered at the annual OrbitMIFlow event in New York City to discuss the need for accelerated digital innovation and evolving role of artificial intelligence (AI) in reshaping the maritime industry landscape.

The exclusive three-day function, hosted by NYC-based software-as-a-service company OrbitMI for partners and stakeholders at The Standard hotel, explored the future of ship operations with a focus on digital...

https://thedigitalship.com/news/electronics-navigation/item/9126-orbitmi-runs-maritime-digitalisation-event-in-new-york-city

The United States Maritime Administration’s (MARAD) Office of Environment and Innovation has selected ABS to establish and maintain the U.S. Center for Maritime Innovation (Center) under a five-year cooperative agreement.

Authorized by the U.S. Congress, the Center is intended to support the adoption of clean energy on U.S. vessels through a wide-ranging program of research and development and training support.

ABS Chairman and CEO Christopher Wiernicki said: “This will be an important national...

https://thedigitalship.com/news/electronics-navigation/item/9129-us-marad-asks-abs-to-run-us-center-for-maritime-innovation

Kongsberg Digital’s 2024 Maritime Simulation User Conference, held from 24-26 September at Linnaeus University in Kalmar, Sweden, saw over 200 global maritime leaders come together to explore the future of simulation technology.

Kongsberg Digital’s Managing Director of Maritime Simulation, Are Føllesdal Tjønn, opened the event, emphasizing the critical role of simulation in maritime education and the shift toward digitalization for a smarter, greener, and safer industry.

“For almost 50 years,...

https://thedigitalship.com/news/electronics-navigation/item/9125-kongsberg-digital-holds-simulation-user-conference-in-kalmar-sweden

Baze Technology, a software technology company known for its innovative Bazeport IPTV product, is pleased to announce the launch of three exclusive premium movie and series packages aimed directly at crews from the Philippines, India and the West respectively.

The new VOD offering, launched in close collaboration with London-based content licensing partner Filmbankmedia, is tailored to suit diverse tastes and cultural preferences. It will complement Bazeport’s original Premium package (Premium...

https://thedigitalship.com/news/electronics-navigation/item/9122-baze-crew-entertainment-packages-for-seafarers-from-philippines-india-west