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UniSea acquires AI-powered frontline intelligence company Kaiko Systems

Cleaner Seas May 30, 2026

UniSea has completed the acquisition of German maritime software company Kaiko Systems to further expand its Fleet Management System (FMS) with AI-powered pre-inspection tools, establishing a new international maritime tech group. The combination brings together two complementary specialist

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Hyke and Pascal Technologies partner to power next-generation electric ferries in Norway

Cleaner Seas May 23, 2026

Hyke and Pascal Technologies are partnering on the powertrain of the Hyke F-15 Shuttle, the all-electric passenger vessel ordered by Cityboat for zero-emission passenger transport in Norway. Hyke delivers the vessel, with the hull built by Herde Kompositt, while Pascal Technologies delivers the electric powertrain platform. Making an exceptional vessel even better The Hyke

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Fleetwork returns to Posidonia 2026 showcasing the next generation of cloud maritime ERP

Cleaner Seas May 21, 2026

The first fully cloud, Greek-built maritime ERP platform introduces a new generation of tools for the shipping industry Athens, May 21, 2026. Fleetwork, one of the fastest-growing maritime ERP technology companies, will participate in Posidonia 2026, taking place from June 1 to 5 at the Athens Metropolitan Expo, where it will showcase the latest generation […]

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Wah Kwong NatPower and CKS Join Forces to Advance Electrification of Hong Kong–Guangdong Inland Water Transport

Cleaner Seas May 16, 2026

(15 May 2026) – Wah Kwong NatPower Holdings (“Wah Kwong NatPower”) has recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Chu Kong Shipping Enterprises (Group) Co., Ltd.(“CKS”), a subsidiary of Guangdong Provincial Port & Shipping Group Company Limited. The two parties have agreed to establish a cooperative framework based on the principles of mutual

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Decarbonising operations to reduce emissions and costs remains top of the agenda at Seawork

Cleaner Seas April 30, 2026

The European Onshore Power Supply Association (EOPSA) is supporting Seawork in 2025 with a pavilion in the Associations Hall. Leading the way on decarbonisation through electrification and shore power and supporting the commercial marine industry. The 2025 Seawork conference programme is focussed on decarbonisation with free to attend sessions that share insights and

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Ocean Network Express Deploys New Efficient Vessel to Key Transatlantic Trade Route Linking Europe to the USA

Cleaner Seas April 21, 2026

16th April 2026 – London – Ocean Network Express (ONE), the global container liner company, has announced the deployment of its brand new container ship M/V ONE Satisfaction on its Transatlantic AT1 service, further strengthening its presence on the trade route between Europe and the United States. Launched in March 2026, the AT1 service connects […]

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Maritime AI developments to be showcased at Posidonia 2026

Cleaner Seas March 30, 2026

Posidonia Survey Shows Shipping Weighs AI Acceleration Against Maritime Pragmatism All newly available maritime Artificial Intelligence (AI) services and products will be presented at Posidonia, as the industry is slowly incorporating its potential into everyday operations. The maritime industry, traditionally measured in its adoption of new technologies, is steadily

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Interview Questions for Cleaner Seas – Emil Cerdier, Chief Technology Officer, Berg Propulsion. March 2026

Cleaner Seas March 29, 2026

1. How would you describe Berg Propulsion’s latest developments in integrated propulsion solutions? What differentiates your approach from traditional propulsion packages? At Berg Propulsion we always strive to develop tailor made solutions to best match the intended operational profile and requirements for each vessel project. Optimizing design for an integrated

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Hormuz tensions highlight a new reality: maritime resilience now runs on data and AI

Cleaner Seas March 16, 2026

By Sjoerd de Jager, CEO and Co-Founder, PortXchange (16 March 2026) – Rising tensions around Iran and the Strait of Hormuz are once again reminding the maritime industry how quickly global shipping routes can change. Nearly one-fifth of the world’s oil supply moves through the Strait, making it one of the most strategically sensitive corridors […]

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Bureau Veritas approves BAR Technologies’ available effective power for UML AeroPower LR2 Programme Expand, supporting Pwind compliance within FuelEU the Maritime framework

Cleaner Seas March 12, 2026

(Portsmouth, UK – 12 March 2026) — Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore (BV) has completed a technical review confirming BAR Technologies’ calculation of available effective power of the two 37.5m WindWings® of 760m² installed on the tankers as part of UML AeroPower LR2 programme. The approval confirms that BAR Technologies’ computational fluid dynamics (CFD) approach […]