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Robosys Integrates VOYAGER AI with FarSounder Forward Looking Sonar, Advancing Situational Awareness for Superyachts and USVs
Providence, RI – Robosys Automation, a leader in autonomous navigation and vessel control systems, has announced the integration of its VOYAGER AI Autonomous Navigation System (ANS) software with FarSounder’s Forward Looking Sonar (FLS) technology, delivering enhanced real-time situational awareness, obstacle detection, and navigation decision support for both luxury superyachts and Uncrewed Surface Vessels (USVs).
SMI Council Leadership Spotlight: Adam Dennett
Our spotlight series on the people behind SMI's Councils continues with Adam Dennett, Chair of SMI's Digital Technology Group and CEO of SpecTec.
Material Nature Risks Facing Maritime Industries and Support Available for Members on TNFD
The UK’s maritime engineering, marine science and technology, and business services industries will increasingly need to manage a variety of nature-related risks and opportunities.
Robosys Has Unveiled its New VOYAGER AI Simulator at Oceanology International
Leading advanced autonomy and vessel control innovator, Robosys Automation, has unveiled its new VOYAGER AI Simulator at Oceanology International 2026.
BMT Unveils State-of-the-Art Digital Innovation and Simulation Centre in Fareham
BMT has announced the opening of its Digital Innovation & Simulation Centre (DISC) at the organisation’s Fareham site
Lloyd's Register Launches Advanced Stowage Solutions to Cut Container Losses and Improve Ship Efficiency
Lloyd’s Register has rolled out a major upgrade to its suite of container stowage solutions, offering shipowners new tools to help reduce container loss
SMI Strengthens Digital Technology Group Leadership With Senior Appointments from SpecTec and GE Vernova
Adam Dennett, CEO at SpecTec and Kevat Chavan, Strategic Sales and Innovation Leader at GE Vernova Appointed as Chair and Vice Chair of SMI Digital Technology Group
FastBallast: The Future of IMO Compliant Maritime Compliance Testing
Chelsea Technologies, a global leader in maritime compliance solutions, has announced the launch of its next-generation FastBallast system, poised to modernise ballast water compliance testing
Polaris Media Founder Ben Pinnington Launches New Maritime PR Book Urging Maritime Business to Harness Sector’s New High Profile
The global maritime industry is being urged to harness its new higher profile, driven by seismic changes in geopolitics, or risk the vacuum being filled by detractors and negativity.
Raising the Bar on Maritime Safety: Why Engineers Should Know About CHIRP
The Society of Maritime Industries is highlighting the vital role of CHIRP Maritime, the UK’s independent and confidential safety reporting programme, in strengthening safety culture across the sector.
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