Latest news on uses of AI (artificial intelligence) in marine and maritime sector. News about companies pushing AI capabilities, autonomous vessels, and other boats and ships employing AI for marine purposes.
In the wake of a successful 2023, marked by the completion of numerous major contracts, MARSS says it will be delivering its comprehensive CUAS and surface surveillance system, NiDAR, to two prestigious yachts — a primary vessel and its support ship. MARSS says its NiDAR system protects assets and people, across all domains, including ships […]
Favourable economic indicators, evolving consumer preferences and technological advances are contributing to the sailboat market’s steady expansion, or so says Research and Markets. It’s issued its latest report, Sailboat Global Market Report 2024, which describes an ‘uptick in eco-conscious materials and the advancement of navigation through artificial intelligence,’ signalling a transformative phase in the sailboat […]
An autonomous uncrewed surface vessel fleet will soon be available for long term lease or charter, says Zero USV. This is a a collaboration between software house Marine AI and Plymouth’s MSubs and the venture aims to have its first vessels fully tested and available by September 2024. Two Oceanus12 class vessels are currently in […]
In what has historically been a male-dominated industry, women are pushing boundaries and changing the face of science for future generations, says Blue Marine Foundation (Blue) on International Women’s Day. Through this NGO, women in science are collaborating to protect the ocean and its vital role in fighting climate change. One of these women, Sophie […]
One Sea, the international association that promotes the implementation and creation of conditions needed for an automated and autonomous maritime transport system, has added two more new members. Following a period of significant growth in 2023, the association expanded its global footprint by welcoming Marine AI and Marautec as its newest members last month (January […]
The former head of the Royal Navy, Admiral Lord West, has been quoted as saying that Britain’s warships are “dropping like flies”. Seemingly he told media that the UK needs a much bigger surface fleet, as the Royal Navy is presently limited in what it is able to achieve. This comes as a drastic shortages […]
Azimut has kicked off its 2023-2024 nautical season by revealing details of a new collaboration with Google Cloud and digital media firm Reply, which brings AI capabilities on board its yachts. The new Magellano 60 (pictured above) — which was recently proven suitable for long voyages using vegetable-derived biofuel — has been chosen to bring […]
Underwater technology company Boxfish Research has officially renamed itself as Boxfish Robotics. The New Zealand-headquartered company says the decision reflects its evolving focus and product line, with its commitment to underwater exploration and robotics technology. The original name, Boxfish Research, was rooted in ties to scientific exploration. At that time, the company was more focused […]
Boatyard, a customer experience platform designed for the marine industry, has launched Boatyard.ai, billed as the industry’s first virtual AI assistant for recreational boaters. Boatyard, which was founded in 2015 and acquired by MarineMax in 2020, says Boatyard.ai is designed to make it easy for boaters to find the information and services they need to […]
The UK’s Armed Forces – led by the Royal Navy – must invest in artificial intelligence, drones and technology to face down the threats they will encounter in the future, says First Sea Lord Admiral Sir Ben Key as he announced more striking power for future warships and continuing investment in drones and autonomous systems. […]
The lineup for the first Innovation Corner at this year’s Palma Superyacht Village (27th-30th April) has been confirmed. Hosted by Yachting Ventures, the Innovation Corner is a space for start-ups to show new and emerging technologies, and aims to promote a dialogue between startups and wider industry professionals. Palma Superyacht Village takes place alongside the […]