Editor’s Note
Around 43% of Greek-owned vessels are built in China, a statistic that says a great deal about how global shipping actually works.
As fleet renewal and emissions compliance gather pace, the relationship between Greek shipowners and Chinese shipyards is helping shape how future fleets are financed, built and delivered. Yet new vessels alone will not solve shipping’s efficiency challenge. Around 9% of vessel time is still spent at anchor, often waiting for ports to be ready.
The industry’s next gains may come less from what ships are capable of and more from how effectively ports, vessels and operational data work together.
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The data bottleneck at the quay: Why ports are holding back maritime digitalisation
The industry has spent years discussing digitalisation, yet many ports still rely on emails, PDFs and phone calls to coordinate vessel arrivals. Tommy Mikkelsen of Trelleborg argues that better data sharing between ships and ports could reduce waiting times, cut fuel consumption and unlock emissions reductions of up to 30%.
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A hundred dashboards won’t save you
"More information does not automatically produce better decisions. Without integration, additional data can introduce noise rather than clarity." - Casper Jensen, CEO, GTT Marine.
The Great Integration argues that the next phase of maritime digitalisation isn't about adding more tools. It's about how existing systems work together to support faster, more confident decisions.
With first-hand insight from operators including Frontline and Almi Marine.
Communications & Cyber Security
60-70% lower confined-space entry risk: How Bureau Veritas sees digitalisation changing ship management
Can maritime digitalisation deliver value beyond AI and connectivity? Bureau Veritas points to drones, digital inspections and integrated data systems that can reduce confined-space entry risk by up to 70% while improving fleet performance.
Software, Big Data & IoT
Eutelsat and Tototheo Global bring LEO connectivity to shipowners seeking resilient digital operations
Reliable connectivity is now a business requirement for digital shipping. A new agreement gives maritime operators access to Eutelsat's LEO constellation of more than 600 satellites, supporting real-time communications, vessel performance monitoring and ship-to-shore connectivity.
Shipbuilding & Design
43% of Greek-owned vessels built in China: Why it matters for shipping's green transition
Around 43% of Greek-owned vessels are built in China, making the relationship one of the most influential in global shipping. Discussions at Posidonia 2026 revealed how cooperation is expanding into finance, digitalisation and decarbonisation.
Propulsion and future fuels
50,000 dwt MR tanker concept puts wind propulsion in the decarbonisation spotlight
Wind propulsion is returning to boardroom discussions as shipowners assess practical pathways to reduce fuel consumption and emissions. A new project involving Lloyd's Register, K Shipbuilding, bound4blue and the Liberian Registry will examine how wind-assisted technology could fit into future 50,000 dwt MR tanker designs.
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Volvo Penta hybrid propulsion platform combines lower emissions and uptime across 45,000 IPS units
Decarbonisation investments succeed only when they support commercial performance, vessel availability and operational reliability. Volvo Penta's new IPS Hybrid system combines propulsion, batteries, energy management and vessel controls in one package designed for commercial operators balancing emissions targets with everyday operational demands.