Indonesia propels naval force further with Italian FREMM class procurement – Naval Technology

The strategic modernisation efforts signal Indonesia’s commitment to its maritime defence sovereignty. To fortify its maritime defence capabilities, the Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Indonesia (Kemhan RI) has signed a deal with Italy to acquire two frigates of the FREMM class. Your download email will arrive shortly.While you wait why not take a look at … Read more

Chance Maritime Technologies’ MC-29 USV Completes

U.S.-based Chance Maritime Technologies, a startup and service provider of uncrewed vessel technology, reports it has completed long-endurance commissioning trials of its MC-29: a 29-foot-long, mission-capable USV that operates at high power with long endurance. The vehicle completed over 40 total operational days, which included 24 operational days of 24-hour operation in Vermilion Bay and … Read more

Northrop Grumman launches Manta Ray UUV – Naval Technology

The uncrewed underwater vehicle is intended to extend missions in remote ocean environments. Northrop Grumman Corporation has announced the successful completion of the Manta Ray prototype, an uncrewed underwater vehicle designed to conduct long-duration, long-range missions in challenging ocean environments. Named after the sea creature, Manta Ray represents a leap forward in Northrop Grumman’s undersea … Read more

Royal Fleet Auxiliary ship RFA Diligence headed for the scrapheap – Naval Technology

The Royal Fleet Auxiliary vessel, once important in Falklands and Gulf conflicts, is marking the end of its era as it heads towards disposal. The UK’s Defence Equipment Sales Authority (DESA) has facilitated the sale of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) ship, Diligence, for disposal, showing the UK’s stance on disposing of surplus military assets. Previously … Read more

French seek nuclear propulsion items for PANG aircraft carrier – Naval Technology

The services concern the nuclear propulsion of the ship, namely boiler rooms, containment enclosures and steam energy conversion. The French Directorate General of Armaments (DGA), the nation’s defence procurement agency, in conjunction with the Atomic Energy Commission, has placed an order for long lead items for the nuclear propulsion of the Navy’s future Porte-Avions Nouvelle … Read more

House Subcommittee Meets to Discuss Autonomous Maritime Technology, Submarines – The Eno Center for Transportation

On Tuesday, September 19th, the House Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation met to discuss the use of autonomous technologies by the United States Coast Guard and maritime industry. While multiple national and international entities have a role in maritime regulation and operations, the US Coast Guard is the agency responsible for “ensur[ing] the … Read more

Due Diligence Needed For Maritime Tech Adoption To

Rapid technological change, complex regulation and competitive pressures are driving digital transformation in the shipping industry. But navigating a confusing software landscape can be difficult, and sound decision-making is essential to minimize innovation risk, according to OrbitMI. Industry spending has soared in recent years on intelligent process automation solutions geared to boosting efficiency, reducing costs, … Read more

Northshore Community College Offers Maritime Technology Program – The Waterways Journal

Located on Louisiana’s north shore of Lake Pontchartrain, Northshore Technical Community College (NTCC) offers a Maritime Technology program that is designed to “provide students with foundational skills and competencies that will create and promote a sustainable employee base of individuals who are better prepared and trained for professional careers in the maritime industry.” The two-year … Read more