IoT - News

Orbit Communication Systems, a pioneering global provider of mission-critical land, airborne and maritime SATCOM terminals, tracking ground station solutions, and advanced communication systems, announced it has received a new order valued at approximately $2.4 million from a pioneering European defence integrator. The order is for the supply of OceanTRx4 MIL satellite communication systems for military maritime platforms operated by a leading NATO navy. System deliveries are scheduled to comm...

DNV has awarded Jiangnan Shipyard an Approval in Principle (AiP) for its Jiangnan Intelligent System JNIS (DATA) under the D-INF(S) class notation. Jiangnan received the recognition for their standardised onboard data platform which is aligned with ISO 19847 and ISO 19848. The accelerating digital transformation of the maritime industry depends on trusted, high-quality data collected systematically from sensors, control systems, and other onboard sources. But as vessels generate increasingly la...

ACR Electronics, a world pioneer in survival technology, is announcing the launch of the new SR303 GMDSS Survival Radio at METSTRADE 2025. Engineered to meet the demanding requirements of commercial maritime operations and comply with international safety regulations, the handheld VHF provides critical communication capabilities both during daily operations and in life-or-death emergencies. IMO and SOLAS standards The fully-certified ACR Electronics SR303 meets IMO and SOLAS standards (includ...

James Fisher Defence (JFD Global), a global provider of specialist marine and defence solutions enabling mission success at sea, has commenced a project to deliver to the Submarine Delivery Agency (SDA) - a new medical monitoring capability for integration into the NATO Submarine Rescue System (NSRS). The innovation marks a major upgrade to the NSRS’s existing capability, expanding capacity from monitoring four submariners to up to 76, including medical personnel, during rescue operations...

ABB has been recognised as a pioneer in the 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Global Industrial IoT Platforms. ABB views the recognition as a reflection of the company’s continued commitment to delivering innovative industrial AI and IoT solutions that empower industries to operate leaner and cleaner.  Data-driven business outcomes “Being recognised by Gartner® four consecutive times and now positioned as a Leader is a proud moment for ABB and we see it is a tes...

KR (Korean Register) has awarded Approval in Principle (AIP) to HD Hyundai Mipo and HD Hyundai Samho for their Internet of Things (IoT)-based Smart Accommodation System, announced on September 9 at the Gastech exhibition in Milan, Italy.  The approval highlights KR’s leadership in supporting the safe adoption of smart ship technologies, while showcasing the innovation of next-generation accommodation design. Advancing safe technology standards The Smart Accommodation System employs...

ABB and shipping company - Wallenius Marine have formally established a new joint venture based in Stockholm, Sweden, to expand their OVERSEA™ collaboration and ensure customers will fully benefit from future-proof vessel performance management capabilities.  Launched in September 2022 as a collaboration between ABB and Wallenius Marine, OVERSEA™ is a combined digital solution and ‘fleet-support-center-as-a-service’ offering designed to help ship owners, operators,...

Wallem Group, a major global maritime partner, has launched a suite of support and consultancy services to protect IT systems onboard its clients’ vessels from disruption. Its new Vessel IT Security and Management Services (VITS) offer comprehensive support to enable smooth, secure and efficient IT at sea in an increasingly digitalised and regulated maritime world. VITS have been developed with a ship's entire digital ecosystem in mind – from its business networks to the Internet of...

With under four weeks to go until the inaugural Container Terminal Automation Conference Asia (CTAC Asia), the agenda has everything ports and terminals are looking for! Seeing as Asia’s ports are facing growing pressures from congestion and the rising demand for increased logistics, the agenda presents strategies, insights and new technology presentations from major industry figures. Bringing together expert figures, the agenda will examine the region’s unique challenges across, d...

Samskip, one of Europe's renowned logistics service providers, has officially joined the DCSA+ partnership program, reinforcing its commitment to digital innovation, interoperability, and the evolution of global logistics standards. By becoming part of this influential network, Samskip takes a pioneering role in shaping the digital frameworks that will power tomorrow’s logistics, frameworks built on openness, collaboration, and efficiency. Future industry standards “We believe the...

Hefring Marine, the pioneer in intelligent marine analytics, announces the launch of its latest innovation: the Impact Report, a powerful new feature that delivers unprecedented visibility into vessel impact events, helping maritime professionals make smarter, safer decisions at sea. This advanced analytics solution enhances marine safety technology by equipping fleet managers and operators with detailed insights into impact events that may affect vessel integrity, crew safety, and operational...

OrbitMI, a pioneering provider of maritime SaaS software, has joined the Smart Maritime Council, reinforcing its commitment to advancing digital transformation and standardisation across the global shipping industry.  OrbitMI recognises that the full potential of maritime digitalisation requires more than individual innovation. True transformation depends on collaboration among owners, operators, software vendors, OEMs, and industry bodies to establish shared technology standards, improve...

Hefring Marine announces the launch of its new mobile application designed specifically for marine professionals seeking enhanced fleet management capabilities. The app will provide unprecedented real-time insights and control over vessel operations, enabling users to improve safety, efficiency, and performance across their entire fleet. IMAS users and marine experts Users can now maintain constant connectivity with their vessels regardless of location The new application addresses the criti...

MariTrace, a global pioneer in maritime intelligence and ship-tracking technology, announces a strategic partnership with Strickland Services Limited, a Nigerian-owned offshore logistics organisation and specialist provider of maritime security vessels, effective immediately. With over 25 years of experience operating in some of the world’s most volatile waters, Strickland Services require the most secure, consistent and reliable positional data for its clients, all around the world. The...

In a significant step forward for maritime defence, HavocAI, a renowned innovator in maritime autonomy, and Lockheed Martin Ventures, the venture capital arm of Lockheed Martin Corporation, announced a strategic collaboration to accelerate the development and scaling of Medium Unmanned Surface Vehicles (mUSVs). The joint effort positions the companies to transform the future of maritime warfare by combining HavocAI's cutting-edge autonomy stack with Lockheed Martin's extensive defence expertise...

ClassNK has granted its Innovation Endorsement for Products & Solutions to ‘CMAXS LC-A’ an engine monitoring system and service, developed by MITSUI E&S Co., Ltd. and Mitsui E&S DU Co., Ltd. In order to promote the spread and development of innovative technologies, ClassNK has offered Innovation Endorsement for Products & Solutions. ClassNK supports the deployment of products and services through third-party certification for equipment and software technology wi...

The Maritime Standard has confirmed the second session of the Transportation & Climate Change Conference (TMS TACCC 2025), scheduled for Thursday, 25th September 2025 at Saadiyat Rotana Resort, Abu Dhabi. Under the main theme “Accelerating Sustainable Transportation: Innovation, Policy & Climate Action,” the conference’s Session 2, titled “Innovations & Technology for Decarbonised Mobility,” will focus on the groundbreaking innovations and enablin...

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated announced the acquisition of assets of Maretron, including the brand’s Octoplex, MPower and MConnect product lines from Littelfuse, Inc. The purchase will allow Teledyne’s Raymarine business to deliver deeper integration and automation for boat builders as a one-stop-shop, greatly expand product functionality for consumers, and create new and exciting business opportunities for Raymarine and its partners. Maretron’s award-winning products R...

Intellian, the global pioneer in mobile satellite communication antenna systems, has launched a satcom package for smart ships with marine engineering and service provider Hyundai Global Service (HGS), a subsidiary of the world’s No.1 shipbuilding company, Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) group. This is the first joint project to come from the companies’ signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in July. HGS & Intellian satellite package HGS selected Intellian as a partner...

In a complex case highlighting the risks ship managers face from legacy vessel issues, the International Transport Intermediaries Club (ITIC) has successfully resolved a US$6 million claim against a ship manager for only a fraction of the original demand. The ship manager took charge of a ship over 12 years old under a SHIPMAN contract, albeit for just a short six-month duration. Despite the brief tenure, the manager faced a substantial claim alleging failure to identify and address pre-existin...

Seasearcher, the globally renowned maritime intelligence platform, launches Navtor Nautical Charts, a powerful new feature that integrates detailed nautical overlays into Seasearcher’s vessel tracking platform. Navtor Nautical Charts Designed for legal, insurance, and government professionals, Navtor Nautical Charts delivers complete and effortless situational awareness, helping users streamline claims investigations, reduce risks, and make faster, more accurate decisions. By seamlessly...

Wärtsilä Gas Solutions, part of technology group - Wärtsilä, has been contracted to supply a regasification module for Höegh Evi, a pioneer in marine energy infrastructure. The module will be installed onboard the LNG carrier Hoegh Gandria to convert the vessel to a high-capacity floating storage and regasification unit (FSRU). The order, booked by Wärtsilä in Q1 2025, further strengthens Wärtsilä’s market-pioneering position in LNG regasificat...

Silicon Sensing Systems Ltd and Kongsberg Discovery AS have signed a co-operation agreement to develop next generation MEMS-based gyro technology that will disrupt existing solutions. A formal agreement between Silicon Sensing Systems Ltd and Kongsberg Discovery AS was signed on Monday, June 2nd, during EXPO in Osaka, Japan. The purpose is to bring the companies together to co-develop next-generation inertial technology. Kongsberg VP on the agreement Executive Vice President - Anders R&o...

Swiss marine power company - WinGD has launched its global service offer, expanding the original parts supply, in-service support and technical advisory it currently delivers during the engine warranty period across the entire vessel lifecycle. Global Service by WinGD will support ship operators by maximising the profit-making potential of their engines and vessels, maintaining optimal efficiency and extending the compliant lifetime of their assets. Global service Built on a foundation of ove...

Brunvoll has signed a contract with Samsung Heavy Industries for the delivery of comprehensive thruster and control system packages for nine DP2 shuttle tankers. The order includes a total of 45 thrusters, making it the largest contract in Brunvoll’s history in terms of both scope and value. The vessels, owned by Tsakos Energy Navigation Ltd., will be placed on long-term bareboat charter to Transpetro, a logistics subsidiary of Petrobras. BruCon PTC and BruCon CMS Brunvoll&rsq...

ABB announced the launch of the AMXE Marine Motor, a next-generation electric propulsion solution engineered to withstand the tough conditions at sea, including continuous exposure to corrosive saltwater and powerful ocean currents. Drawing on decades of experience in marine applications and heavy-duty industries like mining and rail, ABB has developed this motor specifically for small to mid-sized electric and hybrid vessels and open deck applications, combining proven durability, high perform...

ABS and the Hydrogen Ship Technology Centre at Pusan National University signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the joint research and technology development of liquid hydrogen carriers and cryogenic engineering. The agreement establishes a cooperative framework for both organisations to share resources and expertise to help develop a liquid hydrogen carrier and hydrogen propulsion systems. Application of hydrogen technology “ABS and Pusan National University's Hydrogen Ship Tec...

Inmarsat Maritime, a Viasat company, has signed an agreement with Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL) to upgrade its fleet from Fleet Xpress (FX) service to Inmarsat’s NexusWave. This fleet-wide transition to NexusWave will allow MOL to benefit from Inmarsat’s fully managed bonded connectivity service and accelerate the digitalisation strategy of the renowned Japanese shipping company. Local Inmarsat partner - JSAT MOBILE Communications will be responsible for implementing and supportin...

Hyundai Global Services (HGS) announces the signing of a contract to deliver its Smart Ship and Satellite Communications package to KSS Line's shipping fleet, supported by Inmarsat’s Fleet Xpress and digital solution Fleet Connect. This is the first time that the Integrated Smart Ship (ISS) solution from the world’s largest shipbuilder, Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI), will be delivered as a single package with a satellite communications service. The Smart Ship and Satellite Communi...

ABS and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) signed a memorandum of understanding that opens the door for joint development projects to develop international naval ships. Types of naval ship designs With the goal of achieving approval in principle, ABS will apply its rigorous goal-based and prescriptive requirements to three different types of naval ship designs from HHI: HDA-24000: Auxiliary Logistic Support Ship HDF-3200: Frigate HDP-2200: Offshore Patrol Vessel International naval vess...