In a landmark move for India’s maritime sector, the Andhra Pradesh government has approved Sagar Defence Engineering’s proposal for the country’s first dedicated autonomous maritime shipyard at Juvvaladinne fishing harbor. This facility aims to create around 750 jobs and enhance indigenous defense technologies, positioning Andhra Pradesh as a key hub for maritime innovation.
Everllence has achieved a groundbreaking milestone by converting the world’s first B&W S90 two-stroke engine to dual-fuel methanol. Following successful sea trials on COSCO Shipping Libra, this project highlights the feasibility of large-scale retrofits, with over 300 S90-class engines worldwide, paving the way for sustainable maritime energy solutions.
The American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) has inaugurated a maritime technology centre in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, to foster innovation in smart systems, robotics, and AI. This initiative, aligned with Saudi Vision 2030, aims to enhance local expertise and collaboration among industry stakeholders while addressing operational challenges in shipping.
Econavis Solutions, a maritime technology firm in Glasgow, has secured a £300,000 investment from the Innovate UK Icure Exploit program to drive growth. This funding will commercialize research from the University of Strathclyde and support the launch of its ECO Boss Cap Propeller Hub, enhancing hydrodynamic efficiency in the industry.
