Project FuTube brings together Finnish company’s latest technology to advance ship propulsion In the world of maritime technology, efficiency is usually a key driver of innovation. Drive shaft problems on vessels are a significant cause of ship delays and many companies have sought to tackle this issue in the past. Finnish engineering company Wärtsilä has […]
New research in hull coatings and grooming could revolutionise vessel efficiency In maritime operations the importance of marine coatings extends far beyond mere aesthetics. The outside layer of a vessel’s hull serve as the first line of defence against corrosion, fouling, and degradation. Thus, playing a critical role in safeguarding marine assets, optimising vessel efficiency, […]
Danish Shipping pushes for regulatory frameworks that not only incentivise sustainable practices but also foster innovation “The green transition is at the forefront of our minds in this industry, and it underscores everything that we do, because it’s the right thing to do.” That was the message from Anne Steffensen, CEO of Danish Shipping, when […]
Learning from this tragedy could prove an invaluable lesson in risk mitigation with complex maritime operations, writes John Butler In the early morning of 26th March the container ship Dali struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore forcing its dramatic collapse which was captured and circulated on television and social media across the world. […]
“You’re coming straight into a job that is well paid, and well supported,” says Charlie Nunn, an engineering technician at BAE Systems. “You’re supported going through professional registration, your degree, you’ve got a career path to follow and you’re more or less guaranteed a full-time job at the end of it if you be yourself […]
Decarbonisation of the maritime industry is something that draws upon the efforts of many stakeholders, be that the assimilation of new fuels and engines, energy saving devices, or initiatives such as green corridors to incentivise shipowners and operators to adopt new technologies. The role of Flag States in that process is often maligned; one need […]
A hidden danger that has plagued the maritime industry has once again come into the spotlight. Seemingly innocuous compartments, cargo holds and fuel tanks, vital for storage and operation on board any vessel, have become graveyards for far too many seafarers due to a lack of attention, regulation, and understanding. A recent surge of enclosed […]
TNA has been speaking to the next generation about their naval architecture journey Naval architecture is a cornerstone of the UK’s maritime sector, vital for designing and maintaining marine vessels and structures. The need for skilled naval architects is increasingly pressing and there’s a growing demand for more students to pursue studies in this field. […]
The island nation’s maritime industry is fraught with challenges, but glimmers of hope have emerged Japan’s maritime sector stands as a testament to the nation’s ingenuity, resilience, and global competitiveness. For over a century, Japanese shipbuilders have been at the forefront of the market, constructing vessels that have sailed the world’s waters with precision and […]
Propeller blade renewal intended to cut fuel consumption also has the potential to reduce underwater noise, reports Kari Reinikainen Efforts of the shipping industry to reduce fuel consumption and thereby pollution to the air may contribute to reduction of noise and vibration as well through the replacement of propeller blades. Rasmus Lyngdal-Christensen, senior specialist in […]
As the shift towards alternative, low- and zero-carbon fuels and technologies gathers momentum, crew training urgently needs to be addressed, writes David Tinsley Over the decades, sea-going personnel have consistently demonstrated a readiness, ability and constancy in adapting to technological advance and related changes in navigation, engineering, operating methods and industry practices. The unfolding era […]
Kongsberg Maritime to provide design, engineering and equipment on two methanol-ready chemical tankers for Swedish shipping firm In 2010, Sirius Shipping’s chemical tanker Olympus became the first in the world to reduce its NOx emissions by 90% through retrofitting. Today, the vessel sails with pioneering equipment that controls emissions on all engines and saves […]