The Digital Ship

Fuel procurement is a data-driven function for large fleets. Carnival Corporation’s rollout of Shiptech brings greater control and visibility to bunker purchasing across its global operations. Fuel procurement is growing …

Shipowners are managing increasingly digital and regulated bridge operations. Teledyne’s decision to combine ChartWorld with Raymarine Commercial aims to simplify navigation systems and services under a single structure. For ship …

Cyber risk is now a boardroom issue for shipowners as vessels become more connected. Corvus Energy’s latest approval from DNV places battery systems under the same scrutiny as other critical …

NYK’s autonomous-capable car carrier has completed live trials in Singapore that go beyond vessel technology. The exercise shows how ship systems, port platforms and shore teams must work together before …

Telefónica and Sateliot are working to combine terrestrial and satellite 5G into a single network architecture. The agreement provides a more consistent connectivity across routes where coverage has remained limited. …

Shipowners are being drawn into a new phase of digital operations as Orca AI and Samsung Heavy Industries combine onboard systems with fleet data. The agreement extends beyond newbuilds, reaching …

Artificial intelligence is starting to change how decisions are made across shipping, but its impact is uneven where data remains fragmented between vessels, ports and shore teams. Bureau Veritas is …

Cyber threats across connected vessels are increasing as IT and OT systems converge, exposing ship operations to greater risk. Marlink is expanding its security stack by integrating Network Detection and …

Crew logistics remains one of the most complex and cost sensitive areas in fleet management, with tighter control of data and workflows becoming a priority. Stolt Tankers is rolling out …

A disconnect between chartering and operations continues to limit fleet performance across bulk and tanker trades. Seaber and Sedna aim to close that gap by linking voyage management data with …

A new partnership between Rajant Health and Videosoft Global is bringing distributed video intelligence closer to vessels and offshore operations, with systems designed to function even when connectivity is limited. …

New assessment data is giving shipowners a clearer view of how bridge teams use ECDIS, with findings that point to gaps in knowledge across core functions and growing demands linked …

Ship operators transiting the Strait of Hormuz are reexamining long-standing security practices as new research shows vessels remain digitally visible even when tracking systems are switched off. The findings place …

Shipowners are beginning to test real-time digital navigation data in live operations. A trial in Sydney Harbour shows how dynamic tidal and current data could support safer and more precise …

Connectivity across the maritime value chain is important to how fleets are managed, as artificial intelligence and digital systems gain ground. Bureau Veritas sets out how the maritime industry can …

A week of vessel tracking data reveals how shipowners navigated a managed access regime in the Strait of Hormuz. Digital behaviour at sea became a practical tool for passage, until …

Ship operators are pushed to prove competence, not just compliance, under the latest inspection regime. A new digital knowledge base aims to make that evidence easier to present and manage. …

Ship managers handling complex gas assets are tightening control over operations, compliance and cybersecurity. ECOS LNG’s move to a cloud-based platform shows how digital systems are managing Floating Storage Regasification …

Shipowners are managing risk, performance and compliance with better data. SINAY’s latest acquisition of MariTrace points to a more integrated approach, linking vessel, cargo and environmental intelligence in one platform. …

A new virtual monitoring system from Light Structures offers shipowners a way to assess hull condition without installing onboard sensors. The approach supports class compliance while opening a lower-cost path …

Germany’s waterways authority is upgrading Arkona with a new integrated bridge system as part of a wider fleet approach to digital navigation. The refit points to standardisation and usability as …

A live vessel trial by Lloyd’s Register and Orca AI offers new evidence on how computer vision can support bridge teams in real conditions. The results point to practical gains …

A new agreement between DNV and Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) sets out plans to support remote and autonomous vessel functions in Singapore. For shipowners and managers, the work centres …

Shipowners operating in offshore corridors are set to see more predictable mobile connectivity as Tampnet partners with iBASIS to strengthen roaming infrastructure. The agreement points to growing demand for seamless …

Shipowners are moving beyond bandwidth as multi-LEO connectivity advances how fleets operate. Marlink argues that the real value now lies in how networks are designed, managed and secured across increasingly …

A new voucher-based connectivity model from IEC Telecom is targeting a persistent gap for shipowners across APAC. As fleets become more digital, operators are balancing crew expectations for reliable internet …

Neptune Robotics is scaling up its presence in Singapore with a US$12 million investment in a new facility that will expand both manufacturing and research. The company plans to increase …

Ship managers are placing greater emphasis on fuel procurement as price volatility continues to shape operating costs. A new data integration between StormGeo and Tideform brings real-time pricing into daily …

A tighter collaboration between Telenor Maritime and Quvia is bringing new tools to cruise and ferry operators seeking more reliable onboard connectivity. The focus is on real-time network control as …

Shipowners are making voyage decisions with greater precision as fuel costs and emissions targets tighten. A new platform capability from BigOceanData aims to bring routing, live data and operational constraints …

Ship managers are paying closer attention to hull condition as fuel use and emissions remain closely linked to vessel performance. Neptune Robotics is expanding its footprint in Singapore with new …

The shipping industry face rising cyber risk as vessels and ports become more connected. A new partnership led by Singapore and Hamburg aims to strengthen protection across ship and shore …

A growing number of shipowners in Singapore and across Asia are adopting digital procurement tools as cost pressures and operational demands rise. Procureship’s expansion in the region shows how procurement …

As vessel calls and cargo volumes rise, PSA Singapore is strengthening operational coordination through upgraded communications. This shows how digital infrastructure is critical to port performance and network reliability for …

A new mobile welding robot is used into shipyards, with Saronic Technologies among the first to test its use in vessel production. The system brings automation directly to large structures, …

A cyber incident at Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK) has exposed personal data linked to its marine fuel procurement platform, raising questions about digital risk in ship operations. The company …

Shipowners are facing rising cyber exposure as identity-based attacks target everyday access points across connected fleets. A new report emphasises human error and weak credential control as the most persistent …

Shipowners are placing greater scrutiny on training systems as regulatory demands and workforce risks intensify. New rankings show how providers are adapting to tighter budgets and higher expectations. Mintra has …

Shipowners are managing more volatile trading conditions as weather patterns grow less predictable. New forecasting and data tools are beginning to change how operational risk is assessed across fleets. A …

Ship operators in the luxury segment are turning to integrated systems to manage onboard operations in real time. A recent deployment shows how digital tools are transforming service delivery and …

Ship managers are turning vessel performance data into timely operational decisions. A new partnership shows how digital tools are beginning to connect insight with execution across fleets. For shipowners and …

Shipowners are placing greater scrutiny on data security as fleet operations become more digital. BASS Software’s latest certification reflects a shift towards independently verified cyber resilience in maritime systems. As …

Ship managers are placing greater weight on integrated bridge systems to support complex, multi-role operations. Anschütz’s SYNAPSIS platform brings a more unified, data-led approach to navigation and vessel control. Integrated …

The maritime industry is implementing strategies to cut delays and tighten compliance. Carga’s latest release targets both, with faster workflows and real time coordination across cargo operations. In the push …

A Philippine academy is aligning training with the demands of digital shipping through large scale simulation and long term support. The approach is drawing attention from shipowners seeking crews prepared …

A vessel trial in Mexico is putting AI-driven decision tools into daily ship operations. The project links digitalisation with fuel efficiency and emissions control for ship managers. This is a …

Shipowners are facing rising pressure to manage crew identity, compliance and security in a more connected operating environment. Developments at IMO’s FAL 50 meeting point to a faster move towards …

Shipowners are under pressure to keep vessels connected as operations move further offshore and become more data-driven. A new partnership between Quvia and iNet aims to bring more stable, intelligent …

A new GlobeView feature brings real-time intelligence into sharper focus for shipowners navigating Gulf tensions. The tool advances digital risk management as uncertainty lingers around the Strait of Hormuz. Shipowners …

Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy (ADMA) is extending its digital capabilities beyond shipping through a new partnership with Minexx. The collaboration shows how maritime-linked organisations are using artificial intelligence to strengthen …