Digitalisation
Digitalisation of the maritime sector may be progressing at a slower rate than in certain other sectors, but new technologies are gradually being integrated. Innovations such as artificial intelligence, the ‘internet of things’ and ‘smart’ ports are all on the horizon. However, challenges and concerns remain in regard to regulation, training, liabilities and costs
AI will revolutionise shipping, but not without risk
Potential uses range from reducing food waste on cruiseships to trying to tackling corruption in ports. But each potential downsides mean its role isn’t yet clear
US cargo insurance platform secures Lloyd’s coverholder status
Indemni is sponsored by Chaucer 1804, with additional capacity from a slew of major players
AI-enabled shipping? Yes. Autonomous shipping? Not for ‘40-50 years’
Shipping is trying to come to terms with AI’s promise and pitfalls, much like every other industry. But lack of regulation and safeguards mean autonomous shipping is still a distant prospect
Supply chains pivot from cost to resilience as trade uncertainty reshapes global networks
DP World research indicates years of disruption have fundamentally altered supply chain strategy, with resilience, route optionality and network flexibility emerging as competitive advantages rather than additional costs
Industry touts multi-pronged approach to boost Malaysia’s port performance
A holistic approach will be needed for Malaysian ports to play a bigger role in the global maritime sector, according to a panel today at Malaysia Maritime Week 2026
The vessel performance data you can’t afford to get wrong
StormGeo has a long heritage in weather intelligence, with expertise across vessel performance and digital solutions. Product manager Selin Sari focuses says being able to identify the influence of the weather leads to better analysis of other factors that affect a ship’s efficiency
Europe wants IMO to write a new AI rulebook for shipping
European states, backed by class societies, want the IMO to develop mandatory standards for AI-powered navigation and communications systems, marking a shift in regulatory focus from autonomous ships to AI embedded across the global fleet
Plan ahead for responsible AI adoption, says Veson Nautical’s CTO
With 87% of its workforce using AI on a regular basis and the technology embedded into its products, Veson Nautical is well positioned to comment on the benefits the technology can bring. In this podcast, Ben Thurecht advises on how teams can take a responsible approach to AI adoption, balancing innovation with good governance. He discusses how Veson has leveraged feedback loops to improve AI outputs, as well as how AI can be used as both offense and defence against cybersecurity threats
US probes suspected Iran-linked cyber attacks on tankers bound for Texas
US investigates whether Iran was behind suspected cyber attacks on two Texas-bound tankers, as maritime cyber security experts warn that shipping lacks the visibility to assess the true scale of a growing threat
Shipping’s AI challenge is no longer artificial intelligence. It’s data
AI is already delivering measurable gains across shipbuilding and vessel operations, according to industry leaders gathered for shipping’s annual tech confab. But fragmented data and incomplete digitalisation are preventing wider adoption. As investment pours into maritime AI, the sector’s biggest challenge may be organisational readiness rather than technology itself
73 Tangshan (China)
Infrastructure upgrades and the rise of subsidiary Hede Shipping are strengthening Tangshan’s container handling capability
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