Marlink, a leader in managed services for business-critical IT solutions, has released External Attack Surface Management (EASM), to help protect customers from cyber threats before they strike.

OceanOpt, a provider of specialized emissions management services, and BetterSea, a provider of a FuelEU compliance platform and marketplace, have announced a strategic partnership.  

Marinetrans, a global leader in logistics solutions for the maritime and offshore industries, has been awarded the project logistics contract for two Floating Liquefied Natural Gas (FLNG) vessel construction projects.

Tilla Technologies announces that Wilson, one of Europe’s largest short sea shipping companies, will use its software to manage all crew changes across 101 vessels in its fleet. The rollout is planned for May 2025.

AST Networks announces that they have achieved certification from ABS (American Bureau of Shipping) and RINA (Registro Italiano Navale) to conduct GMDSS (Global Marine Distress and Safety System) Radio Surveys, along with inspections for VDR (Voyage Data Recorders) and PA/GA (Public Address and General Alarm systems).

Damen Shipyards Group has concluded several contracts that will see four new tugs delivered to Fairplay Towage. In March, the shipbuilder signed three contracts with Fairplay Towage, and an additional contract was signed with Neue Schleppdampfschiffsreederei Louis Meyer.

JFD, part of the Defense Division within James Fisher and Sons plc, announces the successful integration and acceptance of their advanced Submarine Rescue Vehicle (SRV) for the Republic of Korea Navy (ROKN).

FarSounder is excited to announce the release of a new citizen science feature in its latest SonaSoft™ software update. Building on its existing Data Sharing Program, this release introduces the ability for users to report whale sightings and floating trash/debris—further integrating marine conservation into day-to-day navigation for Argos users.

Sentinel Marine, a member of the Cyan Renewables Group, has signed a shipbuilding contract with Jiangmen Hangtong Shipbuilding Co., Ltd for the construction of a 65-meter multi-role energy support vessel to join their fleet, with options for a further three vessels.

The ocean science and technology world descended on Southampton in record numbers in early April for the biggest and busiest ever edition of Ocean Business.

Square Port Shipyard, located 250 km south of Mumbai, and Damen Technical Cooperation B.V.  have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), the first step of a significant new relationship.

Louisiana-based boat builder Metal Shark debuted its latest unmanned surface vessel at the Sea-Air-Space military symposium on April 7-9.

Keyfield International Berhad is announcing that it will be acquiring a new Dynamic Positioning 2 (“DP2”) 98-meter-long cable-laying barge, proposed to be renamed as “Keyfield Blessing” from Taizhou Sanfu Ship Engineering Co., Ltd., China for cash purchase consideration of $20.55 million (equivalent to RM90.8 million).

National Ocean Industries Association President Erik Milito issued the following statement in support of the Executive Order, Unleashing America's Offshore Critical Minerals and Resources, to, among other things, establish an expedited process for reviewing and approving permits for prospecting and granting leases for exploration, development, and production of seabed mineral resources within the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf (OCS):

North Star, a fast-growing service operation vessel (SOV) operator in Europe’s offshore wind sector, has become the first organization in the world to have ships achieve Lloyd’s Register’s Cyber Resilience classification, in line with mandatory International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) standards implemented for all newbuilds from July 1, 2024.

Huisman has signed a contract with Greek shipowner Capital Offshore for the delivery of four state-of-the-art Knuckle Boom Cranes.