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Inboard enginesEcomar’s modular Kairos 350hp e-motor
Designed for long periods of use, the new M460kW electric motor from Kairos is claimed to be easy to fit with a high payback value in terms of saved fuel
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Green TechnologiesGRP boats recycled into planks
A marine recycling project has found a way to turn old boats into composite planks but needs the product to be purchased in bulk to make it viable.
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AIVR headset to defeat seasickness
The new SeaCalm virtual reality (VR) headset is claimed to be able to alleviate the feelings of nausea within 7-12 minutes of activation
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Battery TechnologiesLower cost, faster-to-prototype custom batteries
Raeon has used its patented FloLock technology to create marine batteries that can be made to fit any space on board, reducing cost and improving lead-in times
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USAUS boat builders: Managing through the mayhem
Despite tariff turmoil challenging all US businesses with elevated costs and spooked consumers, boat builders push forward with new product and refined strategy aimed at capturing market share in an increasingly volatile market
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Green TechnologiesOffshore hybrid ship and eSail wing system win key awards
A ship that can recharge directly from windfarms and a rigid sail that uses forced-air suction for extra lift have both won their individual categories at Norshipping
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AIAI enables drones to inspect critical structures
Using advanced AI that can recognise specific components will allow for the detailed inspection of tall masts or wide construction hall roofs
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Green TechnologiesNew study to help reduce marine plastic pollution
Recent research shows that co-operation between countries could reduce plastic pollution in our oceans by 64% and yield up to USD 36 billion in economic benefits
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InnovationHeat-stroke detecting wristbands showcased at STP Palma
With Spain experienced record-breaking temperatures in recent years, a workplace safety day at Palma’s STP shipyard revealed the latest tech to protect outdoor workers in an exposed marine environment
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PropellersJoool’s rebranded smart electric propulsion system
The Joool electric propulsion system was launched at this years’ La Grande Motte Multihull Show, although the team behind have over 25 years of marine expertise
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PropellersOperational efficiency: The cleanest kilowatt is the one you never use
Ollie Taylor, Future Marine
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Battery TechnologiesBatteries made with recycled materials are ‘as good as new
UK-based clean technology company Altilium has been conducting tests with materials recovered from scrapped vehicle batteries, with less than 1% variation from new ‘primary’ metals
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ElectrificationUK electric boat charging project completed along the South Coast
A network known as the Electric Seaway project has become live as part of the UK’s commitment to recharge leisure and commercial vessels of under 24m (80ft
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AfricaAI helps seafarers avoid hitting Atlantic whales
Researchers are using machine learning to develop a probability map from data bases to help shipping avoid areas where endangered whales may be present.
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Hydrogen100,000 tons of eMethanol to be produced annually for shipping
Mabanaft and HIF Gobal have signed an agreement to develop and advance eMethanol as a key enabler for the transition to carbon-reducing fuels in commercial shipping
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Green TechnologiesComposites: Look past the ‘fibre’ label
Composite structures are a large contributor to a vessel’s footprint, yet often escape scrutiny in the race for ‘green’ upgrades.
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ElectrificationVessel-to-Grid bidirectional charging will boost marina infrastructure
On the 8th of May, Aqua superPower unveiled its pioneering work with bi-direction charging at the University of Plymouth, paving the way for efficient recharging without major grid upgrades
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Paints and CoatingsJotun’s robotic Hull Skater system now helps 30 vessels to save fuel
Norwegian paint manufacturer Jotun has combined a high-performance hull coating with a remotely controlled robotic cleaner to extend the life of antifouling
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NavigationMay launch scheduled for new GPS III satellite
The US military’s Space Force plans to launch the next GPS III satellite in late May to demonstrate how it can fill constellation gaps on a truncated timetable
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