Eight Chinese ports and shipping companies have signed letters of intent with Global Shipping Business Network (GSBN) to develop a blockchain-based technology and operations system.

Action needs to be taken now to improve seafarer welfare provision and prepare for the changing welfare needs of crews come 2050, according to a research report.

The role of the pilot and the use of technology were up for discussion during a Seatrade Maritime News marine insurance webinar this week.

The comparison between shipping and aviation is one that is often made operationally, usually with the view that ships have much they can learn from their aeronautical counterparts.

Shipowner Berge Bulk is testing out solar power onboard one of its vessels to supplement its diesel alternators.

Seafarers are ill-equipped to tackle fires at sea and regulations are lagging way behind. Most ships lack suitable fire-fighting equipment which, in any case, has not kept pace with the dramatic increase in ship size. And the frequency of...

Global Shipping Business Network (GSBN) is rolling out of its first paperless application Cargo Release starting in China.

Standardisation across digital tools and platforms in the maritime industry holds the promise of increased efficiency, but could pose an existential threat to some businesses.

Aker has announced that Aker Capital has acquired the Norwegian technology and research and development (R&D) company Prototech.

The fragmented vessel optimisation sector can bring more savings and efficiency gains through partnerships and standardisation, according to one leader in the space.