Norse Ship Management is building a more structured and transparent approach to vessel operations through the expanded use of real time data and automated reporting. Its work with Smart Ship Hub and DNV reflects a wider shift among new-generation ship managers who are embedding digital tools early.

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Lloyd’s Register (LR) has joined the DCSA+ partnership as part of its growing work in container shipping digitalisation. The move places the organisation within a wider community shaping open standards that support more connected and transparent operations across the industry.

 → Explore the push for interoperable data across the sector

Skana Robotics has introduced a new amphibious vessel designed to move seamlessly between land and sea and operate either autonomously or with human control. The Alligator expands the company’s growing family of connected autonomous naval platforms at a time when maritime security pressures continue to rise.

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A new DNV white paper presents methanol as one of the most technically ready alternative fuels for deep sea transport, supported by growing infrastructure and industry investment. Its future, however, will depend on policies, cost and the pace of supply growth.

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Norsepower and Idemitsu Tanker have agreed to equip two new Very Large Crude Carriers with mechanical sails, marking the first time wind-assisted propulsion will be built into vessels of this size. The project reflects how major industry players are beginning to integrate proven low-emission technologies into large-scale energy transport.

→ Read more about how mechanical sails cut fuel use on long routes

Thordon Bearings and its partners have introduced a sterntubeless ship design that removes oil from the stern area entirely while cutting costs and easing maintenance. The solution, known as T-BOSS, has just received the 2025 Motorship Award for its contribution to cleaner and more efficient vessel operations.

 → Learn how seawater lubrication reduces environmental risk

“K” LINE used its presence at Techno-Ocean 2025 to highlight the technologies and strategies it considers central to reducing emissions across its fleet. The company presented work on wind propulsion, automation and alternative fuels, alongside a wider outline of its Environmental Vision 2050. Its message to industry visitors was clear. Decarbonisation requires coordinated steps across operations and supply chains.

 → Find out how major operators are aligning technology with emission goals