Multinational mining group, Rio Tinto, is to install an OceanGlide air lubrication system developed by Alfa Laval on one of its bulk carriers. It is the latest dry bulk major to assess fuel-saving opportunities as companies seek to cut carbon emissions. Berge Bulk and Vale are amongst those trying out fuel-saving options.
Vittorio Lippay spoke with Dr. Michael Ford, the associate director for engineering at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory, about the potential for nuclear fusion in ship propulsion.
The Coast Guard Cutter Polar Star and crew have returned to the United States, following a 138-day deployment to Antarctica to support Operation Deep Freeze 2024, an annual joint military service mission to resupply the U.S. Antarctic stations in support of the National Science Foundation, the lead agency for the U.S. Antarctic Program.
For fiscal year 2025 funding, NOAA Ocean Exploration is soliciting proposals focused on the themes of ocean exploration and maritime heritage.
EvoLogics has released its new acoustic navigation system for divers to facilitate map-based navigation with seamless two-way communication between divers and the dive supervision team, as well as pre-mission and real-time waypoint setup.
BOEM has announced the approval of the New England Wind offshore wind project (formerly Vineyard Wind South), expected to generate up to 2,600 MW of electricity.
The Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology’s Annual Conference in the U.K. will focus on the future of ships, shipping, and environmental sustainability.
The deadline to apply for a 2024 National Marine Representatives Association (NMRA) Marine Trades Scholarship has been extended to April 30, 2024.
NRL has an opening for a member of the Senior Executive Service as the Superintendent of the Acoustics Division in Washington, D.C. You will be responsible for the conception, planning and formulation of the scientific program of the Division in pursuance of the military defense of the U.S.
Vittorio Lippay spoke with Dr. Michael Ford, the associate director for engineering at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory, about the potential for nuclear fusion in ship propulsion.
