Ship management company OSM Maritime has launched a portfolio of ‘industry first services’ with the introduction of OSM ON. The OSM ON product utilises the company’s recently opened Maritime Operations Centre in Singapore, which digitally connects all vessels under OSM management, and all activities with real-time visibility and transparency to provide 24/7 response and risk management support services.

Kenneth Vareide has been appointed the CEO of DNV GL’s Digital Solutions business area, which is a provider of solutions for managing risk and improving asset performance. 

Wärtsilä has secured the first order for its auto-docking technology. The SmartDock system reduces the risk of human error and improves safety and efficiency by automating the docking procedure and eliminating the need for ship officers to perform technical manoeuvres multiple times a day.

NSSLGlobal is celebrating 50 years of working with the maritime industry across government and commercial sectors. Their talented team, including Scott McBride, Global Sales Director, will be at Nor-Shipping 2019 on stand B05-17 to share their industry-leading insights and expertise developed from decades of operation across the Nordic region and globally.

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Navis, part of Cargotec Corporation, has announced a strategic cooperation with Loginno, a logistics IoT visionary.

Digitalisation can offer vessel operators a competitive edge but maritime companies need to be aware of the potential risks and to put in place effective back-up and security systems to ensure they reap the benefits, says Nabil Ben Soussia, vice president – maritime, IEC Telecom Group.

Marlink will unveil a new ‘IT Breach Policy’ monitoring for its CyberGuard Detection service during the Nor-Shipping trade show in Oslo next week.

Inmarsat has selected Airbus Defence & Space to manufacture three next-generation GX satellites (GX7, 8 & 9), with the first scheduled to launch in the first half of 2023.

A new era of vessel operations requires relationships that generate value from end to end, writes Tim Bailey, EVP of Product, Marketing and Business Development, Speedcast

Digitalisation is having a profound impact on how shipowners and managers run their business and what they want from their technology partners. Perhaps the most important factor in designing a digital strategy is developing a clear understanding of your business goals.

Carole Plessy, Head of OneWeb’s Maritime Product Development, argues that reliable, flexible connectivity is required to harmonise the fragmented maritime supply chain and help the industry to attract investment and comply with tough new regulations.

Delivering Return on Investment is the ultimate goal for any sector looking to realise its digital ambitions, but the logistical and financial challenges of deploying consistent connectivity across entire fleets has been a significant stumbling block for the shipping industry. The sector has already invested substantially in digital products and services that have not always delivered, so it’s no great surprise that some are hesitant to invest further.