ABS has announced a landmark agreement to acquire MetaSHIP’s intellectual property and vessel simulator software from Orka Informatics, marking a major step forward in maritime training innovation. This move will enable ABS Training Solutions to deliver highly realistic, game-based digital training to seafarers at sea, in port, or remotely, as well as through ABS learning centers worldwide. The MetaSHIP platform offers an immersive digital maritime universe, allowing users to master vessel operations and safety protocols through interactive simulations and gamified lessons. The acquisition also includes the ODENES platform for tracking training progress and behavioral assessments to ensure true operational competence. ABS’s investment addresses the global skills gap, enabling shipping companies to train crews efficiently and effectively for new technologies, safety standards, and regulatory demands.