A recent essay in The Atlantic warned that so-called “emotion AI” is increasingly appearing in workplaces, with systems claiming to interpret human feelings through facial expressions, voice patterns and even keyboard behaviour. The question now being raised is whether this same technology could eventually find its way into shipping.  Over the past decade, maritime operations have become heavily digitised. Ships are tracked via AIS, engines are monitored through sensors, and port equipment is increasingly managed through cameras and connected systems. The next step being explored by some researchers and technology providers is more sensitive: applying similar tools to people themselves.  That would mean monitoring crew members’ mood, stress levels or...

Swedish power-to-fuel developer Liquid Wind has been declared bankrupt, marking a significant setback for one of the Nordic region’s most...

Norwegian battery specialist Corvus Energy and BYD Energy Storage have taken a step further in their collaboration, signing a strategic cooperation agreement aimed at accelerating the development of next-generation battery systems for the maritime sector.  The agreement builds on a memorandum of understanding signed late last year, which first set the framework for joint work on marine battery technologies. This new phase formalises...

Cryosafe Services, a specialist in LNG operations, has signed a partnership with wind propulsion developer bound4blue to study how its eSAIL system could be integrated into LNG carrier vessels and optimised for real-world operations.  The work will focus on different installation layouts, with the aim of improving vessel performance while staying fully compatible with the operational constraints of LNG shipping. That includes key factors such as air draft limits, cargo handling procedures, gangway access, and mooring arrangements, all of which must align with LNG terminals and...

A vessel anchored off the coast of the United Arab Emirates has been taken over by unauthorised individuals and is now heading toward Iranian territorial waters, according to British maritime security authorities.  The incident took place around 38 nautical miles northeast of Fujairah, a major regional hub for bunkering and oil exports located close to the...

Danish product tanker operator Torm is pushing ahead with its fleet expansion strategy, securing six additional MR tanker resales as...

Bjorn Hojgaard, CEO of Anglo-Eastern Univan Group, has officially joined the speaker lineup for September’s Splash Singapore, a new maritime event from the organisers of Geneva Dry that is quickly positioning itself as one of Asia’s leading shipowner gatherings.  Hojgaard will participate in the opening “Big Issues” panel moderated by Splash editorial director Sam Chambers. Other confirmed speakers...

Nabil Sultan is set to become Chief Executive Officer of dnata from 15 June 2026, marking an important leadership transition...

Qatar Airways Cargo is continuing to expand its global footprint as Qatar Airways enhances its passenger network and increases frequencies...

Riyadh Cargo, the cargo division of Riyadh Air, is stepping up its international expansion with the appointment of three new...