The beauty of pristine beaches and clear waters is hard to resist. Yet, tourism can harm coastal ecosystems. Eco-friendly beach destinations are now more popular. They offer a mix of relaxation and conservation, letting visitors enjoy the coast while protecting marine life. In Indonesia, the
The maritime industry is key to global trade, carrying 90% of it. It’s also a big emitter, responsible for 2-3% of greenhouse gases. To cut down, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) wants to reduce emissions by at least 50% by 2050. The UK is at the forefront of making maritime transport greener. It’s investing £206 […]
In response to a new study by UMAS and the UCL Energy Institute’s Shipping and Oceans Research Group, which highlights the challenges faced by developing nations in accessing affordable financing for e-fuel production, BAR Technologies is calling for a broader, more inclusive debate on the future of shipping fuels. While we welcome the ongoing conversations […]
Maritime Week Americas returns to the United States in May 2025, to the fabulous new location of Tampa, on Florida’s Gulf Coast. Still the biggest and most popular marine fuels event in the whole of the Americas, MWA25 will again bring together over 250 bunker buyers, suppliers and traders – and related maritime sectors – […]
Did you know the ocean has taken in more than 90% of the heat from oil and gas burning? This shows how urgent it is to use renewable energy to protect our oceans. As professionals in the maritime industry, we’re seeing big changes in how we make energy and its effect on marine life. The […]
Every year, 8 million tonnes of plastic enter our oceans. This creates huge garbage patches that harm marine life and ecosystems. The biggest one, the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, has about 1.8 trillion pieces of plastic. This shows how big the problem of ocean plastic pollution is. Innovative solutions are being developed to remove marine […]
Did you know AI can spot over 400 large plastic items in the ocean from GoPro images? This shows how powerful AI is in fighting ocean pollution. We’ll look into how AI is changing how we protect our oceans and marine life. The Great Pacific Garbage Patch is a big problem, with 1 to 10 […]
Did you know a ‘dual robot’ drone named MEDUSA can dive 10 metres deep? It checks water quality and tracks climate changes in Arctic seas. This is just the start of how we’ll monitor marine ecosystems in the future. Drones and Robotics at sea are changing how we protect our oceans. They help us understand […]
THE CRUISE INDUSTRY CONVENES IN CRETE CRUISE LINES MEET WITH EAST MED STAKEHOLDERS AT POSIDONIA SEA TOURISM FORUM The 8th Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum (PSTF 2025) is set to bring together an elite assembly of global cruise industry leaders in Heraklion, Crete, on 6-7 May. With the strong support of the Region of Crete and […]
Hello, fellow seafarers and curious minds! As we cast our gaze across the vast expanse of the maritime horizon, a new symphony of innovation echoes through the waves. In this nautical journey, we set sail into the realm of emerging technologies for sustainable shipping—a maritime adventure where wind, hydrogen, and autonomy dance together, promising to […]