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Latvia, UK and Canada Project of Testing Facility for Maritime Autonomous Operations
The Port of Riga has joined a consortium of Latvia, the UK and Canada to develop a solution for a single Remote Operations Centre (ROC). Together, they will collaborate on developing a solution for Remote Operation and Control (ROC) platform. This platform will serve as the foundation for an advanced testing facility for shipping and port operations in each of the project partner countries.
Canadian Coast Guard Ship Griffon Vessel Life Extension Contract Awarded
The Government of Canada has awarded a contract of $44 million to Ocean Industries Inc. for the vessel life extension of the CCGS Griffon. Scheduled to take place from June 2025 to October 2026, the work entails refurbishing and repairing the main propulsion motors, the steering gear system, the four main propulsion generators, and the main emergency switchboards.
Steel Cut for KOTUG’s Dual-Fuel Methanol Escort Tugs
KOTUG Canada, a partnership between KOTUG International and Canada’s Horizon Maritime, has held a steel cutting ceremony for two dual-fuel methanol escort tugs, designed by Robert Allan Ltd and with Graphite Innovation Technologies hull coatings.
Kraken Robotics Delivers Minehunting Systems to Royal Danish Navy
Kraken Robotics has completed deliveries and sea acceptance tests of all systems for its minehunting sonar equipment for the Royal Danish Navy.
Renewed Protests Against Deep Water Vessel Dismantling Site in BC
Residents of Union Bay, British Columbia in Canada have renewed their calls for the shutting down of a shipbreaking site where two former U.S. government research vessels are being dismantled. Supported by environmentalists, they are citing health, safety, and environmental concerns.
Call for Speakers at the Workboat Show
The International WorkBoat Conference Program (held in New Orleans this November) is looking for submissions for presentations on autonomous vessels, engineering insights, green technology, offshore wind, marine surveying, new marine technology, propulsion, regulations, shipbuilding and shipyards & workforce development.
BC Ferries Reveals Design of Vessels of the Future
Two conceptual renderings of BC Ferries’ New Major Vessels program are the first look at what up to seven new ferries could look like when they enter operation starting in 2029.
Government Funding of $60M to Complete Repairs of Hudson Bay Railway and Redevelop Port of Churchill
Combined funding from the governments of Canada and Manitoba will finish work on the Hudson Bay Railway, start to redevelop the Port of Churchill, and further benefit the communities and sectors of the economy that depend on the Arctic Gateway Group’s operations.
Groundbreaking’ Ammonia Fuel Supply System for Ships Introduced
Wärtsilä Gas Solutions, part of Finnish technology group Wärtsilä, has introduced a ‘groundbreaking’ ammonia fuel supply system (AFSS) for ships able to operate with ammonia fuel.
HMCS Charlottetown: New Lease of Life for Canada’s Expert Submarine-Hunter
Conceived in the middle of the Cold War era, the Canadian Royal Navy frigate HMCS Charlottetown has evolved over three decades of service, becoming one of the most capable and adaptable ships in Canada's navy.
Funding and Support Programs for Doing International Business
The Trade Commissioner Service is offering funding to help companies grow their business and access new international opportunities.
U.S. Navy Secretary Looks to Asia to Revive Shipbuilding at Home
The US needs to revive domestic shipbuilding with increased funding from Congress and investment from overseas, in order to secure economic security in the competition with China. Could there be increased opportunities for Canada?
China’s Shipyards Rake in $87B in Revenue – with Slim Margins
The China Association of the National Shipbuilding Industry (CANSI) released new data further revealing 2023 was a banner year for Chinese shipyards. During the year, the revenues rose by 20 percent, reaching $87 billion.
White House to Issue Executive Order to Fortify U.S. Ports and Maritime Cybersecurity
The White House has announced plans to issue an Executive Order enhancing the security of the nation’s ports in a bid to bolster national security, in addition to several other steps aimed at strengthening maritime cybersecurity and fortifying supply chains.
Ocean Carriers Suggest Bunker Fee to Drive Down the Price of Green Fuels
The ocean carrier trade group the World Shipping Council has proposed a plan to collect fees from cargo ships based on their fossil fuel consumption, helping to bridge the price gap between expensive, oil-based bunker fuel and low-emissions green alternatives.
Vard Marine Inc. Welcomes Serco into the Team Vigilance Preferred Suppliers Program
VARD Marine Inc. has named Serco as a Preferred Supplier to Team Vigilance, a collaboration of companies that are offering their solution to replace the Royal Canadian Navy’s Kingston Class Maritime Coastal Defence Vessels.
B.C. Ferries seeks better dry-dock access for repairs
BC Ferries plans to award multi-year contracts called master services agreements to more than one company starting in the second quarter of this year.
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