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Wärtsilä closes the transaction of the joint venture for its global Energy Storage business with RCT Solutions
Technology group Wärtsilä has closed the transaction of the joint venture for its Energy Storage business, following the agreement with German engineering company RCT Solutions GmbH announced on 15 June 2026. Under the arrangement, Wärtsilä and RCT Solutions each hold a 50% ownership stake in the joint venture, called Valo. The joint venture combines Wärtsilä's global energy storage capabilities…
New ABB and BCG report highlights growing role of direct current technologies in future power systems
Rapid expansion of AI computing, increasing electrification and rise of renewable energy are driving renewed interest in DC technology as part of future electrical systems Both AC and DC systems…
Sea Machines secures IDIQ contract with US Special Operations Forces (SOF) for Universal Autonomy Systems
Sea Machines Robotics announced that it has secured a 5 year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract to supply its commercial, non-developmental, TRL-9, rapidly deployable autonomy…
PPG introduces PPG ONE RANGE portfolio for onboard maintenance
One-component coatings simplify maintenance, reduce application complexity PPG announced the launch of the PPG ONE RANGE™ portfolio of five one-component marine coatings at the SMM 2026 maritime…
The Switch sees fuel efficiency drive strongest-ever order run for electric machines
Strong newbuilding activity and growing focus on vessel efficiency and optimisation drive demand for permanent magnet technology 13 new orders since June cover almost 50 vessels and 59 permanent…
Bencros Marine Fenders introduces independently verified CO₂ savings, certified for the buyer’s own footprint
World’s first: Bencros issues Emission Reduction Certificates for fenders made from reprocessed rubber; 13,112 tonnes of CO₂e verified by Bureau Veritas over 2024–2025 Bencros Marine Fenders, the…
Brim Explorer cuts fuel costs by 30% on a route it sails three times a day, with iHelm insights
Reducing fuel and emissions with iHelm On the way towards zero emission, the Norwegian tourism and technology company Brim Explorer has cut fuel and CO2 emissions by 30% on its Trollfjord cruise in…
Dual-fuel ships with Wind Assist are shipping’s insurance policy. Efficiency is the payout
As dual-fuel newbuilds are increasingly viewed as a hedge against fuel risk, BAR Technologies CEO John Cooper argues the real hedge is burning less fuel, whatever it turns out to be. There has been…
Nexans and Hydro secure long-term low-carbon aluminum supply agreement to support Europe’s grid modernization
Nexans and Hydro sign five-year long-term agreement for approximately 85,000 tons of low-carbon aluminum wire rod Agreement supports grid modernization and decarbonization with low-carbon…
Konecranes strengthens its presence in Japan by entering into an agreement to acquire a majority interest in Mitsubishi Electric FA Industrial Products
Konecranes, a global leader in material handling solutions, is proceeding with its strategic plans to expand its global presence by acquiring a majority 70% interest in Mitsubishi Electric FA…
Teledyne Promotes Michelle Hildyard to General Manager of Teledyne Raymarine and Teledyne FLIR Marine
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE:TDY) today announced the promotion of Michelle Hildyard to General Manager of its Teledyne Raymarine and Teledyne FLIR Marine brands. Hildyard, based in…
Soiltech secures new fluid treatment contracts and orders additional equipment
Soiltech ASA has secured two contracts to deliver fluid treatment services for undisclosed operators in Norway and the UK. While the scope of work differs between the projects, Soiltech will…
KONGSBERG delivers advanced technology suite for next-generation NIOZ research vessel Anna Weber-van Bosse
KONGSBERG has supplied a comprehensive package of advanced ocean science and navigation technologies for RV Anna Weber-van Bosse, the new ocean research vessel owned and operated by Royal Netherlands…
bound4blue eases eSAIL® adoption with ABS review of Pwind calculation methodology
ABS reviewed bound4blue's methodology for producing the aerodynamic polars used to build the wind propulsion system force matrix for Pwind calculation Third party review provides shipowners with a…
KONGSBERG secures contract to protect critical infrastructure
KONGSBERG has signed a new contract for the delivery of its market-leading technologies to protect critical infrastructure, highlighting the growing demand for solutions that safeguard high-value…
Konecranes supports YILPORT’s global investment momentum with major order for 53 automated and manual E-Hybrid RTG cranes across three continents
Leading global terminal operator YILPORT Holding has ordered 53 E-Hybrid Rubber-Tired Gantry cranes from Konecranes to reinforce its long-term growth strategy and plans to reduce emissions. This…
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