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Shearwater is using its Isometrix single-sensor multicomponent streamer technology for site characterisation for the first time, conducting two 3D seismic surveys on the Norwegian Continental Shelf
The vessel was built by CQC and China Merchants Heavy Industry (CMHI).

IACS publishes results of Concentrated Inspection Campaign on onboard Emergency Power Supply

Inspections conducted on over 36,000 ships during 2025, and recommendations made to improve emergency power supply tests

NYK Group welcomes its first female LNG carrier captain

Lin began her maritime career at NiMiC as a deck cadet in 2011 and advanced to full-time service as a third officer on an LNG carrier managed by NiMiC in 2015.

New DNV recommended practice supports offshore hydrogen pipelines development

DNV has published DNV-RP-F123 Hydrogen pipeline systems, a recommended practice for offshore hydrogen pipelines

EU Commission commits €347m to submarine cable security

In 2026, two funding calls worth €60 million will support cable repair modules, alongside a separate €20 million call for SMART cable system equipment.

IMO: Draft workplan agreed on safety rules for battery, wind and nuclear-powered ships

The workplan will involve developing or amending existing safety regulations related to nuclear power

LR’s data shows alarm overload has crossed from nuisance to safety risk

Crews, overwhelmed by the volume of alerts, are forced to silence alarms without acknowledgement or physically bypass alarm circuits

Pregnant seafarers need better support, report shows

New report highlights urgent need to better support pregnancy at sea

NYK and Moonrakers to collaborate to develop innovative uniforms

Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha and Moonrakers Technologies have launched a collaboration to develop new uniforms that prioritize the comfort and well-being of employees working in frontline logistics operations.

Lloyd’s Register issues first roadmap for nuclear-powered shipping

The new guidance promotes nuclear power as a reliable maritime energy source, addressing the complex regulatory, safety and economic challenges of its integration.

Romania plans to introduce new rules for vessels passing through the Sulina Canal

The Romanian government is considering the option that one tanker per day will be able to pass through the Sulina Canal.

New data highlights lack of gender diversity in maritime

The second Women in Maritime survey, jointly published by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and the Women's International Shipping & Trading Association (WISTA), provides new insights into gender diversity within the industry.

VIKING launches world’s first immersion suit designed for women

VIKING Life-Saving Equipment has launched the first Crew Transfer Vessel (CTV) immersion suit in the world designed for women working in offshore wind energy, using guidance on diversity and inclusivity from industry leaders Ørsted, Siemens and Vestas.

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