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90POE and Harbor Lab Forge Strategic Integration to Transform Maritime Operations
90POE and Harbor Lab have joined forces to set a new standard in efficiency and transparency within port operations and disbursement management. This strategic integration combines the prowess of 90POE's cutting-edge maritime digital platform, OpenOcean STUDIO, with Harbor Lab's leading e-disbursement platform.
Catch the Next Wave Conference Tackles Climate Challenges with Global Experts
The "Catch the Next Wave" conference on March 14th, 2024, is a vital opportunity to explore solutions for pressing climate and biodiversity issues. This event brings together global experts, including Professor Sir David King, Brad Ack, and Professor Ed Hill, to delve into challenges and opportunities at the ocean-climate nexus.
UK Parliament Hosts Roundtable on Future of Ocean Technology
Earlier this month, Emma Johnson attended a thought-provoking roundtable for the launch of the APPG Inquiry into the Future of Ocean Technology.The event, held in Parliament, was a collaborative platform bringing together parliamentarians and stakeholders to delve into the report's key findings.
Glasgow Boat Builder Ultimate Boats Wins New Deal to Build Two Recyclable Military Ribs
Glasgow UK boat builder Ultimate Boats is building two new recyclable rigid inflatable boats (RIBs) after winning a deal with a UK maritime security client. The 11.5m boats named Lightning are being created with military veterans and are capable of high-speed transportation of fully equipped troops engaged in a range of missions. Duties will include, counter-terrorism, strategic reconnaissance, direct action raids, border patrols, and search and rescue (SAR).
Innovate UK's Global Business Innovation Programme for Singapore's Clean Maritime Sector
Innovate UK is offering a chance for 15 UK-based companies to expand in Singapore's clean maritime sector through the Global Business Innovation Programme (GBIP). The programme, set for April 12-21, 2024, aims to support innovation-led companies in the UK, helping them grow and internationalise.
UK Mission to the EU Organises the UK-EU Green Skills Workshop`
In an effort to bridge the skills gap in achieving net zero targets, the UK Mission to the EU, in collaboration with the UK Skills Partnership, is organising a Green Skills Workshop in Brussels.
Robosys Secures a Contract From Legacy Marine for Supply of an AI-Driven Autonomous Control System for A 9.5m USV
Robosys Automation, the AI-driven maritime autonomy & smart-shipping specialist, has secured a contract from Legacy Marine of South Africa, for the supply and integration of AI systems for a fully autonomous USV. The bespoke fully autonomous AI-driven unmanned surface vessel (USV) has been designed by Icarus Marine and will be constructed by Legacy Marine, which is headquartered in Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha), South Africa.
Oceanwise Hosts Hydrography Workshop in Lagos
SMI member, Oceanwise, is organising a comprehensive 2-day workshop, "Charting Water: Harnessing Environmental Data for Hydrography," scheduled to take place on the 19th-20th February 2024 at the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel in Lagos, Nigeria.
GE Vernova Powers UK's Green Naval Fleet with Advanced Hybrid Propulsion
GE Vernova's Power Conversion business in the UK has been chosen by Team Resolute to supply advanced hybrid propulsion technology for three Fleet Solid Support (FSS) ships for the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD). This collaboration underscores the UK’s commitment to enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of its naval operations.
NSO Seeks Help to Transform the Skills Landscape of UK Shipbuilding
In collaboration with industry, the UK government is in the process of establishing the Shipbuilding Skills Delivery Group (SDG) to implement the recommendations of the UK Shipbuilding Skills Taskforce. Following the publication of the Taskforce's report, 'A Step Change in UK Shipbuilding Skills,' and its accompanying toolkit for shipbuilding employers, the UK Shipbuilding Skills Taskforce has concluded its work, shifting focus to the practical execution of its recommendations.
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