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  Arctic Maritime Transportation: Balancing Security, Econony & Sustainability

  The Arctic is undergoing a dramatic transformation. Receding sea ice is opening new maritime routes and unveiling vast resource potential, positioning the region as a future hub for global trade and resource extraction. This burgeoning opportunity, however, presents a complex interplay of challenges, demanding a careful balancing act between economic development, environmental protection, and the preservation of national security interests, particularly for the United States.

  By Stan Gold

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  How to Turn International Trade into a Zero Sum Game

  Tariffs and trade agreements are a complex subject and going down the rabbit hole can result in endless and ultimately pointless discussions. Strangely, tariffs and trade agreements are simply a game that ideally is beneficial to all and has no true winners and losers.

  By Rik van Hemmen, Martin & Ottaway

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  Tanker Market: Nigeria’s Refining Revolution Reshapes West Africa’s Energy Landscape

  The launch of the Dangote Refinery near the Port of Lagos presents an exciting opportunity to transform the energy and shipping markets in West Africa. And it stands to boost Nigeria’s role as an influential player in the global oil industry, fostering economic growth and regional development.

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  Interview: Digital at the Helm

  Cristian Corotto, President of Accelleron’s Digital Division, discusses how Accelleron’s data-driven vision helps to power maritime decarbonization.

  By Greg Trauthwein

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  Going Green – Batteries

  By Philip Lewis, Director of Research, Intelatus

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  Send in the Robots: High-Frequency Biofouling Control

  Timing is everything in hull cleaning.

  By Wendy Laursen

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  Fortescue Green Pioneer

  Proving that ammonia is suitable as maritime fuel.

  By Maritime Reporter & Engineering News Staff

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  Shipyard in Focus: Tsuneishi Shipbuilding – 120 Years of Innovation & Expansion

  For more than 120 years, Tsuneishi Shipbuilding has been a force in global shipbuilding, evolving from a small domestic enterprise into an internationally respected brand.

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  Electrifying Cargo Handling

  When discussing the maritime industry’s transition to sustainability, much of the focus revolves around alternative fuels and innovative propulsion systems. While these areas are undoubtedly critical, they are only part of the broader challenge. Less attention has been given to cargo handling systems; a potentially significant source of emissions and operational inefficiencies offers a largely untapped opportunity for technological innovation and improvement.

  By Taisuke Inui, CEO of MarFlex

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  Growing Change: Onboard Farming and Sustainable Shipping

  By Oren Saar, CEO, Agwa

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  Ship Notes

  Ship & Boat Designs, Contracts & Deliveries

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  New Products, Technologies & Systems