Wattlab wins IBJ Environmental Protection Award for Solar Flatrack Technology
Last week, the IBJ Awards recognized Wattlab’s contribution to delivering verified fuel savings, CO₂ reduction, and a strong financial return to shipping companies. Wattlab was awarded the IBJ Environmental Protection Award for its innovative Solar Flatrack…
OrbitMI Launches Vessel Reporting Analysis to Strengthen Data Quality and Help Shipowners Align with Industry Standards
New York, NY – November 25, 2025 – OrbitMI, a leading provider of maritime SaaS software, today announced the launch of its Vessel Reporting Analysis, a structured assessment designed to help shipowners and operators understand how closely their vessel reports align with industry vessel reporting standards…
The Port of Bilbao hosts the pilot test of the H2TOW hydrogen-powered tow tractor designed to decarbonise high-intensity operations
The Port of Bilbao has become the first operational environment to host real-world testing of the H2TowTractor, an innovative hydrogen-powered towing vehicle designed to decarbonize high-intensity logistics activities…
Royal Van Beest Group acquires Enduro Softslings
The Royal Van Beest Group is pleased to announce that it has acquired Enduro Softslings. Established ten years ago in the Netherlands, Enduro Softslings has secured a leading position in the lifting industry through its innovative manufacturing capabilities, high-performance custom-made soft slings, and outstanding customer support…
SPIE secures full scope of cable termination and testing on world’s largest offshore wind farm
Cergy, 19th November 2025 – SPIE Global Services Energy, a subsidiary of SPIE, the independent European leader in multi-technical services in the areas of energy and communications, announces that DEME has awarded its wind power high-voltage specialist entity, SPIE Wind Connect, a significant contract…
Nauticworx opens its doors to charterers worldwide – at no cost
Nauticworx, the pioneering digital platform for offshore workboat chartering, announces major updates. Incorporating feedback from the market since its inception in September 2024, the platform has not only attracted large fleets and projects but has also become faster and easier to use…
Empire Wind Project Resumes Construction After Federal Pause Lifted
Construction has resumed on the Empire Wind offshore wind project, led by Equinor ASA, following the lifting of a stop-work order by the U.S. Department of the Interior’s Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM). The halt, initiated on April 16, 2025, was due to procedural concerns regarding permitting processes under the previous administration
Port of Cromarty Firth Launches Next Phase of Major Expansion with Key Contractor Appointment
The Port of Cromarty Firth in Inverness has taken a significant step forward in its ambitious £111 million Phase 5 expansion project by appointing civil engineering firm RJ McLeod to lead pre-construction operations.
We4Ce designs first rotor blades for TouchWind’s floating one-piece rotor turbine
Innovative tiltable, liftable one-piece rotor design aims to withstand storm-force winds, boost energy yield, and enable more compact offshore wind farms; presented at WindEurope; Key partners: We4Ce, TouchWind, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) and Kleizen, who produced the blades.