Science & Technology

H2SITE’s AMMONIA to H2POWER technology for ammonia cracking on-board has received Approval in Principle (AiP) from Lloyd’s Register (LR). The technology is an onboard containerized solution that produces fuel-cell-quality hydrogen using ammonia. This hydrogen can then be utilized by hydrogen fuel cells that can contribute to the vessel’s electrical power, or the hydrogen could be consumed directly in an internal combustion engine (ICE).

Following a series of successful field acceptance tests with its Navy customers, Coda Octopus is delighted to announce the release of its new Digital Underwater Audio Communications System, Voice HUB-4.

Exail, a global leader in surface navigation, has secured a contract with Bourbon, a leading French maritime services provider, to supply several units of Exail’s Octans Attitude and Heading Reference Systems (AHRS) for integration into Bourbon Subsea Services subsidiary’s fleet. These units will be installed on multiple Bourbon Evolution 800 Series multi-purpose support vessels (MPSVs) dedicated to subsea operations at depths down to 3,000 meters.

Fugro’s near- and long-term science-based emissions reduction targets have been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Fugro’s net-zero target spans all three emission scopes, ultimately striving to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across the value chain by 2050. This validation demonstrates Fugro’s commitment to decarbonization in line with its purpose to create a safe and liveable world.

For several years, Maritime Robotics has collaborated with AKVA group Helgeland Plast in the production of their uncrewed surface vessels (USVs). On April 22nd, the two Norwegian companies announced that their next step towards a more sustainable future is manufacturing the hulls of the Maritime Robotics’ Mariner USV using climate-neutral materials.

Every year, an estimated 14 million tons of used plastics end up in the world's waterways and, finally, the ocean. These plastics entangle wildlife, break down into hard-to-remove microplastics, and litter our human and natural environments. Torqeedo GmbH, the world's leading manufacturer of electric and hybrid drives for the marine market, is taking the next step toward cleaner waterways and a more sustainable marine industry by diverting and integrating ocean-bound plastics into its emission-free boating products.

The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) has announced a series of short videos showcasing 19th century underwater shipwreck sites in the Gulf of Mexico that have been nominated for placement on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP).

Leading international marine systems manufacturers Ocean Scientific International Limited have supplied a network of 1.2 m data buoys to offshore construction company Van Oord to monitor turbidity and dissolved oxygen levels in the location of dredging operations.

Marine robotics pioneer Ocean Infinity is actively pursuing the decarbonization of its Armada fleet of lean-crewed, uncrewed and remotely operated vessels in alignment with its goal to achieve net-zero across the business by 2040.

NOAA Marine and Aviation Operations will hold a hiring event on April 30 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, to recruit professional mariners to work aboard NOAA’s ocean research ships.

The Maridive Group, known for its 40 years of expertise and a strong track record in providing offshore oil services, has made a strategic investment in DNV’s ShipManager Classic for its impressive fleet. Embracing ShipManager's modular approach for all its marine units, Maridive has opted for the complete suite, leveraging the comprehensive features to optimize technical, operational, and compliance aspects across its organization.

Deepwater divers who monitor and maintain underwater transmission lines and cables for offshore wind turbines face hazards such as subfreezing temperatures, low visibility, jellyfish and sharks.