Reach Subsea Marks a New Era in Remote Operations

The news: Reach Subsea’s Reach Remote 1 vessel has been granted permission by Norwegian authorities to operate completely without a crewed support ship — a first for the subsea sector.

Why it matters: This is a clear signal that remote, robotic subsea work can meet safety and operational standards. It could reshape offshore projects by cutting emissions and lowering reliance on manned vessels.

The bottom line: Reach Remote 1 going fully independent is more than a tech showcase. It’s a bellwether for how subsea operations might evolve in the coming years….read more

Tele2 Brings Satellite IoT to Sweden

The news: Tele2, in partnership with Skylo, is now offering direct-to-device satellite IoT connectivity, making it the first Swedish operator to do so.

Why it matters: Devices can now stay online even where terrestrial networks end — a huge win for maritime, energy, logistics, and remote operations.

The bottom line: Tele2 is blurring the lines between land and sky connectivity, unlocking reliability in places where internet access has been a challenge….read more

Lloyd’s List Intelligence Unveils New Compliance Tool

The news: Lloyd’s List Intelligence rolled out Ownership Intelligence & Cargo Risk tools under its Seasearcher platform, designed to peel back hidden ownership webs and monitor complex cargo flows.

Why it matters: As sanctions regimes grow tighter, shipping players need more than vessel checks. This gives regulators and companies deeper insight into who owns vessels and what’s really being shipped.

The bottom line: Conventional vessel screening is no longer enough. This tool helps close dangerous gaps in maritime compliance….read more

Why Wind Deserves a Place in Shipping’s Net-Zero Plan

The news: As the IMO meets to adopt its Net-Zero Framework, John Cooper, CEO of BAR Technologies, is pushing for formal inclusion of wind propulsion in regulation.

Why it matters: Wind power is a zero-emission energy source that can be deployed today. If the IMO treats it as a second-class option, the transition will be slower and more costly.

The bottom line: Wind has momentum, but regulatory backing will determine whether it becomes mainstream in global shipping….read more

DNV Opens Tender Portal for E-Methanol Supply

The news: DNV has launched an EU/UK public tender portal for e-methanol procurement, linking renewable-fuel producers with industrial buyers.

Why it matters: Reliable, certified supply is one of the biggest bottlenecks for emissions transition in shipping and heavy industry. This tender format reduces risk and promotes compliance.

The bottom line: E-methanol is emerging as a scalable climate solution, and DNV’s portal is trying to make it commercially viable….read more

Mintra and Energy Innovation Tackle Wind Skills Gap

The news: Mintra and Energy Innovation have launched a new eLearning suite to train the next wave of wind energy professionals.

Why it matters: The energy transition demands a large, skilled workforce. This initiative helps people from oil, gas, maritime, and other sectors shift into wind roles.

The bottom line: Technology needs people. These courses aim to fill the talent pipeline so the clean energy shift doesn’t stall for lack of qualified hands….read more

ICYMI:

Yesterday’s Digital Ship Daily

⚓ 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗶𝗻 𝗮 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱
Anglo-Eastern CEO Bjørn Højgaard says maritime’s biggest transformation isn’t just digital; it’s cultural. He warns not to mistake connectivity for control.

📊 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗛𝘂𝗯’𝘀 𝗝𝗼𝘆 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝘂: 𝗧𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲’𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗘𝗱𝗴𝗲
Smart Ship© Hub Hub CEO Joy Basu has seen maritime shift from treating technology as a “nice to have” to making it core to survival. The explosion of vessel data has turned limited, unreliable inputs into high-quality streams powering “micro-decision making” that can save millions.

📱 𝗗𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴 𝗨𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗶𝗹𝘀 𝗤𝘂𝗼𝘁𝗮 𝗔𝗽𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘁 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀
Dualog has launched its new Quota app to give seafarers more control over their onboard internet while easing the burden on vessel IT. The app replaces Crew Connection and lets crew track data use, choose networks like Starlink or VSAT, and top up directly in-app.

🇺🇸 𝗨𝗦 𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗻𝘀 𝗨𝗡 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗜𝗠𝗢 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻
The United States has threatened sanctions and visa restrictions against countries backing a UN plan to curb shipping emissions. Context: IMO member states will vote next week on a Net-Zero Framework to regulate CO₂ across a sector that moves 80% of global trade.