A recently completed research project evaluating the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in ship powertrain design has found that AI can significantly enhance and accelerate the design process. However, the study concluded that AI cannot fully replace the expertise and decision-making of experienced naval architects. The project, led by Longitude, a specialist marine engineering consultancy, brought together a consortium of industry and academic partners, including the University of Birmingham, DNV, Steamology, and Chartwell Marine, with additional support from North Star Shipping.

AI Enhances Ship Powertrain Design but Cannot Replace Human Expertise

A recently completed research project evaluating the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in ship powertrain design has found that AI can significantly enhance and...
Fugro has been awarded a 7-year framework agreement by EirGrid, Ireland’s state-owned electricity transmission system operator, to provide a comprehensive range of Geo-data survey services for the “Powering Up Offshore – South Coast” project.

Fugro Secures Contract for Ireland’s “Powering Up Offshore – South Coast” Project

Fugro has been awarded a 7-year framework agreement by EirGrid, Ireland’s state-owned electricity transmission system operator, to provide a comprehensive range of Geo-data survey...
A new project to develop next-generation tidal turbine blades is underway in Wales, bringing together leading organisations from across the marine energy sector. Menter Môn Morlais Ltd, the owner of Europe’s largest consented tidal energy scheme, is playing a central role in driving this initiative forward. Backed by £1million Welsh Government funding through the VInnovate programme, the project aims to design turbine blades that are more efficient and durable, ready for deployment in harsh tidal environments off the coast of Ynys Môn (Anglesey).

Tidal Turbine Blade Development Project Launches in Wales

A pioneering new project to develop next-generation tidal turbine blades has officially launched in Wales, uniting leading organisations from across the marine energy sector....
At the 2025 Monaco Energy Boat Challenge (MEBC), XNRG.tech, a subsidiary of Xtenders, brought its high-performance energyX 6.3 carbon RIB to the world stage — powered by ExploMar’s WAVE 300 electric outboard (300HP), making its official debut at this prestigious event and demonstrating its proven performance under real racing conditions.

ExploMar’s WAVE 300 Makes Waves at Monaco Energy Boat Challenge

At the 2025 Monaco Energy Boat Challenge (MEBC), XNRG.tech — a subsidiary of Xtenders — introduced its high-performance energyX 6.3 carbon RIB to the...

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