Ship Technology

Ship-technology.com is your go-to source for the most current information on various ship projects. Whether you're interested in cruise ships, dry cargo vessels, fast and traditional ferries, offshore support vessels, tankers, or gas carriers, you'll find it all here. The site provides updates on both new builds and existing ships, delving into the engineering aspects of each project and highlighting the companies involved in their development.

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New sanctions target Russia's "shadow fleet"

2 days ago | ship-technology.com | Patrick Atack

The UK government has announced what it described as the “largest ever sanctions package targeting [Russia’s] shadow fleet,” with 100 ships under its reach. Although the new sanctions are a UK government device, Prime Minister Keir Starmer positioned the policy as close to the European Joint Expeditionary Force – a group of nations supporting Ukraine against the Russian invasion.
Is there a mental health crisis among seafarers?

1 week ago | ship-technology.com | Keri Allan

Issues such as isolation, extended periods of time away from family and friends, and demanding work conditions have always been a part of seafaring. But over recent years, many have seen a growth in stressors, including increased workloads and pressures to adapt to new technology.
Shipping doesn't need more data: it needs better maritime data

2 weeks ago | ship-technology.com | Peter Nilson

The maritime industry is more connected than it ever has been. Since the 1980s, onboard equipment has generated vast amounts of maritime data, which became accessible to shipowners and managers through software solutions. These systems stored information on maintenance, spare parts, consumables used and purchased, International Safety Management (ISM)-related documents, and crew activities. But very few shipping companies ever made use of such data, mainly for two reasons.
Protecting maritime data: the next frontier for shipping cybersecurity

1 month ago | ship-technology.com | Keri Allan

The shift towards the digitalisation of shipping operations is changing the maritime industry’s risk landscape. While technologies – such as blockchain-based shipping documents, e-navigation, and Internet of Things-enabled sensors – improve efficiency and transparency, they also introduce new cybersecurity vulnerabilities and widen the industry’s attack surface. As shipping undergoes this rapid digitalisation, protecting maritime data has become a top priority.
Eni, Fincantieri, RINA reveal study on maritime transport decarbonisation path

1 month ago | ship-technology.com | Archana Rani

Italy’s energy firm Eni, shipbuilding and repairing company Fincantieri, and RINA, the international engineering consultancy and inspector, have unveiled a new study to support the decarbonisation of the maritime transport sector. The “Sustainable Maritime Transport Outlook,” has been developed with technical support from Bain & Company Italy.
Stena Line unveils concept RoRo vessel Stena Futuro

1 month ago | ship-technology.com | Archana Rani

Stena Line has unveiled a concept design for a new RoRo vessel, Stena Futuro, which aims to reduce energy usage by at least 20%. The company is working on decarbonising its fleet as part of a broader strategy to reduce CO₂ emissions by 30% by 2030. This involves improving the efficiency of existing vessels and developing advanced, eco-friendly ships. The new Stena Futuro RoRo vessel, measuring 240m in length, is designed for transporting commercial vehicles and cars.
MAIB preliminary report highlights conditions of North Sea collision

1 month ago | ship-technology.com | Patrick Atack

The UK Government’s Marine Accident Investigation Bureau (MAIB) has published its interim report into the North Sea collision between the container ship Solong and the at-anchor tanker Stena Immaculate, highlighting the meteorological and on-board conditions at the time of the event that killed one seafarer. Able seaman Mark Pernia is still missing and presumed dead after the 10 March incident.
Bureau Veritas awards AiP for MARIC’s ultra large ethane carrier design

1 month ago | ship-technology.com | Archana Rani

The Marine Design and Research Institute of China (MARIC) has secured Approval in Principle (AiP) from French classification society Bureau Veritas’s Marine & Offshore division for its 155,000m³ ultra large ethane carrier (ULEC) design. With a length of approximately 274m and a breadth of 42m, the ULEC is designed to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of global ethane transportation. The vessel’s design is compatible with both GTT Mark III membrane tanks and Type B cargo tanks.
Panama ports deal delayed under Chinese pressure

1 month ago | ship-technology.com | Patrick Atack

CK Hutchison Holdings’ sale of its 90% interest in the Panama Ports Company, including two crucial Panama Canal ports, could be on hold, according to sources close to the Hong Kong-based firm. The BlackRock-led consortium was said to have agreed essential terms with CK and Hutchison Port Holdings, with a signing expected on or before 2 April.
Singapore, Port of Rotterdam expand Green and Digital Corridor

1 month ago | ship-technology.com | Archana Rani

The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) has signed a cooperation agreement with the Port of Rotterdam in the Netherlands to enhance their joint efforts on the Rotterdam-Singapore Green and Digital Shipping Corridor. MPA first signed a memorandum of understanding with the Port of Rotterdam Authority in August 2022 to create the corridor.