The annual Naval Québec conference brought together a wide range of maritime professionals to discuss current and emerging topics in the maritime sector in Québec, Canada.

The ship deal was a catalyst for extensive cooperation between Satakunta University of Applied Sciences (SAMK) and the University of Tasmania’s Australian Maritime College (AMC).

Deltamarin has signed a contract with China Merchants Weihai Shipyard for the design and engineering of Finnlines’ new Hansa Superstar class RoPax vessels. The signed contract includes the complete basic and detail design of three RoPax vessels built for Finnlines and to be operated in the Baltic Sea.

ABS released its latest report into the potential of advanced nuclear technology for maritime applications, with a study of a small modular reactor on a standard liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier.

Electramar, the first of twelve plug-in hybrid vessels for ESL Shipping’s subsidiary AtoB@C Shipping was christened in the city centre of Helsinki on May 15th with a traditional ceremony celebrated by clients, stakeholders and employees. Following the old maritime tradition, a bottle of sparkling wine was smashed against the vessel’s bow to bring good luck and safe travels to the vessel and its crew.

Technology group Wärtsilä has signed a ten-year Guaranteed Asset Performance (GAP) agreement with French ferry operator Corsica Linea.

Swan Hellenic today announced that SH Diana, the newest and largest ship in its ultramodern 5-star fleet, was floated out of dry dock at Helsinki Shipyard this Monday 23rd January.