24 August 2026
7 Tips to Prevent Electric Motor Damage on Ships
This article highlights 7 tips to be consistently taken in order to prevent electric motors onboard vessels from being irreparably damaged.
Naval & Engineering
This category is all about the technical side of maritime operations, with news and analysis on shipbuilding, naval architecture, and marine engineering.
The 2 Main Shaft Generator Technologies Available Now
The growing adoption of Shaft Generators, and we are looking at the 2 main motor technologies, Electrical Excitation and Permanent Magnet.
Shaft Generators: The Next Step in Ship Efficiency Improvement
Shaft generators offer shipowners the unique opportunity to save on energy or fuel expenses while prolonging the longevity of their vessels’ engines
New Loading Condition Amendment in Grain Code for 2026
An update on the latest loading condition amendments in the International Grain Code for the Safe Carriage of Grain in Bulk, starting from Jan 2026.
Why Kamsarmax Vessels Are Now Prefered By Shippers Globally
Kamsarmax vessels are recently being preferred from many shippers worldwide because of their comparative efficiency, performance, and ROI.
Largest Wind Assistant Rotors Deal for 6 VLOCs
CMES-Tech signed a mega deal to supply high-tech Wind Assistant Rotors for six 325,000DWT VLOC owned by Shandong Shipping Corporation.
How the US Port Fees May Create Chaos in Global Shipping Dynamics
Experts warn that the impending US port fee will cripple global maritime operations and undermine the existing sustainable shipping practices.
New DD Scheme for Bahamas-Flagged Passenger Ships
A new study in 2023 investigated whether the limit of 20 years for DD scheme may be waived without adversely affecting the ship’s maintenance.
DNV Confirms Wing Propulsion Vessel with 32% Energy-Saving
DNV validated the two BAR Technologies’ Wing propulsion on a case vessel, reducing energy consumption of the main engine by 32% per NM.
Shipyard Output Reaches a New 7-Year High
After a 10-year fall, the shipyard output started to pick up in Q1 reaching a 7-year quarterly high. Projecting a 15% y-o-y increase for 2024.