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Robotics key to offshore growth

By Martin Conway

 

The UK offshore wind industry must exploit robotics and autonomous systems to the hilt if it is to thrive, according to a report issued by the Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult.

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Kongsberg’s K-Sail aims to bring it all together

By Martin Conway

 

Installing wind-assist propulsion (WAP) technology could help shipowners to reduce energy consumption and fuel costs. However, getting the best out of these...

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Nuclear ships: who pays the price?

By Martin Conway

 

The past few years have seen regulators warm to nuclear power’s potential, but a major challenge remains: persuading investors to fund nuclear-powered commercial ships.

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How drones are ramping up ship security fears

By Martin Conway

 

The threat posed to global maritime trade by rogue states and terrorists has not changed much over the past 10 years, but the tools they use have. Mines, missiles, IED-ladened skiffs...

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