Austal USA launched its first steel ship, the future USNS Billy Frank Jr. (T-ATS 11), a next-generation Navy towing, salvage, and rescue vessel named for a renowned Native American activist and veteran. The ship is over 85% complete and preparing for sea trials.
The integration of real-time 3D forward looking sonar is transforming USV operations, providing enhanced underwater situational awareness for navigation, environmental protection, and data sharing across fleets.
DeepOcean’s USV Challenger, equipped with an advanced electric ROV and launch system, promises cost-effective and autonomous subsea operations, reducing reliance on traditional vessels.
Helm Operations partners with Washington State Ferries to modernize crew dispatching with Helm CONNECT, boosting efficiency and compliance for the U.S.’s largest ferry system.
U.S. LNG exports to the EU increased by 20% in April 2025, while Russian LNG shipments declined by 35%. Rising demand from Spain and the EU transshipment ban are reshaping the LNG trade landscape.
Japan’s first hydrogen-powered tugboat, launched by Tsuneishi Shipbuilding, reduces CO2 emissions by 60% using a dual-fuel hydrogen ICE. The vessel highlights a step forward in carbon-neutral maritime innovation.
Japan’s first hydrogen-powered tugboat, launched by Tsuneishi Shipbuilding, reduces CO2 emissions by 60% using a dual-fuel hydrogen ICE. The vessel highlights a step forward in carbon-neutral maritime innovation.
Louis Dreyfus Armateurs’ hydrogen-powered SOV design earns Approval in Principle, paving the way for zero-emission maritime operations and advancing sustainable innovation in the shipping industry.
Baku Shipyard unveils Azerbaijan’s first domestically built cutter suction dredger, showcasing advanced design by Damen Shipyards and marking a milestone in the nation’s shipbuilding industry.
The M/V Atlantic Orchard now features bound4blue’s 26-meter eSAILs, offering a 10% reduction in fuel consumption and emissions. This milestone highlights the potential of wind-assisted propulsion in shipping decarbonization.
