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The new 42-metre DP2 fast crew boats will support offshore energy support operations in the Caspian Sea, with construction now under way at Baku Shipyard.
Together they will work to accelerate product development, enhance global market reach, and deliver innovative, safe, and high-efficiency energy storage solutions for the global shipping industry.

Research: Impact of biofouling grows as waters warm and ships idle for longer

Covid pandemic and port congestion coupled with warming waters means ships are at increased risk from biofouling. Advanced technology needed to combat efficiency loss as new rules loom.

Mathematical model predicts the movement of microplastics in the ocean

A new model tracking the vertical movement of algae-covered microplastic particles offers hope in the fight against plastic waste in our oceans.

Tanker demonstrates zero barnacle growth thanks to antifouling technology

Tanker vessel M/T Calypso validates Selektope® antifouling ability, with zero barnacle growth after 63 months in major biofouling hotspots

iFROG robot leaps ahead in ability to inspect and maintain offshore assets

The technology has the potential to be a game-changer in the offshore wind industry

HullWiper joins global industry alliance for marine biosafety

HullWiper has become one of four founding members of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO)’s Global Industry Alliance for Marine Biosafety, the company has announced.

UN entities and private sector join forces to tackle invasive species

A ground-breaking Global Industry Alliance (GIA) has been launched to tackle two of the most pressing environmental issues of our time – invasive species and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

BIMCO completes the first draft of in-water guidelines geared for IMO approval

Currently, there is no common global standard for cleaning ships’ hulls to avoid transferring invasive aquatic species, nor for the potentially damaging debris washed off in the process.

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