Maersk has surpassed the halfway mark in its refit program, targeting reduced fuel costs and emissions for its chartered fleet. Over 1,500 projects have been completed across 200 vessels, enhancing operational efficiency. The initiative is a collaborative effort with shipowners, aiming for significant environmental and economic benefits by 2027.
The Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) has inaugurated the Universal E-Seal Reader, a pivotal step in digital transformation. This technology enhances the security and efficiency of containerized cargo movement, enabling rapid scanning and real-time tracking. JNPA’s initiative, led by Chairman Unmesh Sharad Wagh, promotes operational excellence and strengthens India’s logistics framework.
The “Enhance Vessel AI” project, led by AST Reygar, aims to transform vessel maintenance by using AI to predict issues before they become costly. Launching in September 2025, it collaborates with Seacat Services and others to enhance operational efficiency and reduce emissions, supporting the UK’s sustainable maritime goals.
Smart Ship © Hub has teamed up with Al Group, including Asian Lloyd and Atlantic Lloyd, to lead emissions reporting in maritime. This initiative utilizes the Smart Ship platform for automated emission reporting across Al Group’s fleet, enhancing efficiency, compliance, and data accuracy with real-time sensor analysis and integration through ABS.
The New Zealand government is investing approximately US$17.5 million in the Maritime Digital Transformation initiative to enhance navigation. This collaboration between Land Information New Zealand and Maritime NZ will improve mariners’ access to crucial data, ensuring better safety, fuel efficiency, and optimized routing in New Zealand’s waters over the next four years.
The newly inaugurated Security Surveillance Tower at New Mangalore Port was unveiled by TK Ramachandran, enhancing ISPS-compliant perimeter security. Accompanied by port officials, he laid the foundation for a truck parking terminal to improve logistical efficiency. Ramachandran praised staff efforts in advancing automation, digital technologies, and cruise tourism initiatives.
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal has launched cutting-edge technology initiatives to elevate India’s maritime industry. Central to this is the SAGAR SETU platform, designed to enhance export-import services by connecting over 80 ports. Coupled with a Digital Centre of Excellence from CDAC, these initiatives promise to drive digital transformation and sustainable infrastructure development.
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) is partnering with France’s Haropa Port and Port of Marseille-Fos to enhance port call optimization and maritime digitalization. This collaboration aims to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and automate port clearance processes, promoting a sustainable and digitally connected maritime future.
In today’s shipping industry, operational resilience relies heavily on robust digital infrastructure. Transitioning to cloud-based solutions enhances fleet management, integrating safety, maintenance, and procurement into unified platforms. BASSnet Web 3.0 exemplifies this evolution, modernizing ship management with advanced interfaces, while AI optimizes maintenance and procurement, boosting efficiency and safety.
Damen Shiprepair and Alfa Laval Benelux have signed a memorandum of understanding to boost energy efficiency in the maritime sector. This collaboration focuses on integrating Alfa Laval’s energy-saving technologies with Damen’s expertise during ship maintenance, aiming to streamline decarbonization upgrades and help shipowners meet sustainability targets efficiently.
The Kolkata port has initiated night navigation on the Hooghly River, significantly cutting vessel wait times and improving efficiency. The first successful night transit was the container ship MV Sinarpenida, enhancing operational flow. Modern navigation technologies and illuminated infrastructure support this advancement, promising increased daily ship throughput at the port.
Adani Ports & SEZ Ltd plans a ₹13,000 crore investment to expand the Vizhinjam International Deepwater Seaport. Prime Minister Modi inaugurated the project, with the second phase set for completion by 2028. The expansion will increase capacity from 1 million to 5 million TEUs, enhancing India’s maritime capabilities significantly.
Fugro is enhancing its geotechnical survey operations by implementing electronic logbooks across its fleet. This initiative aims to improve data quality and streamline data collection, supporting the company’s digitalisation strategy. Automated logging reduces administrative burdens, allowing crews to focus on safety and operational tasks, ultimately aiding in achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Bound4blue has successfully installed the world’s largest suction sails on the MV Atlantic Orchard, a specialized juice carrier chartered by Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC) and owned by Wisby Tankers AB. The four 26-meter high eSAILs® were fitted during the vessel’s 10-year survey at Astander Shipyard in Spain, ensuring optimal efficiency.
Bound4blue has successfully installed the world’s largest suction sails on the MV Atlantic Orchard, a juice carrier chartered by Louis Dreyfus Company. The eSAILs® were fitted during the vessel’s survey in Spain, ensuring compliance with FuelEU Maritime regulations and achieving fuel consumption savings of around 10%. This marks bound4blue’s third successful installation this year.
