Advanced Maritime Technology International News | UKi Media & Events https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/news Fri, 08 May 2026 16:23:23 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/amt-logo-colour-square-150x150.png Advanced Maritime Technology International News | UKi Media & Events https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/news 32 32 Advanced Maritime Technology International Awards 2026: Shortlist revealed! https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/news/awards/advanced-maritime-technology-international-awards-2026-shortlist-revealed.html Fri, 08 May 2026 16:23:23 +0000 https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/?p=18812 With just over a month until Advanced Maritime Technology Expo and Conference gets underway in Amsterdam, the shortlisted nominations for this year’s Advanced Maritime Technology International Awards (formerly the Electric & Hybrid Marine [...]

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]]> 18812 VIDEO: Incat, Wärtsilä and Molslinjen highlight large-scale electric ferry project https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/videos/video-incat-wartsila-and-molslinjen-highlight-large-scale-electric-ferry-project.html Thu, 07 May 2026 16:16:42 +0000 https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/?p=18799 Incat, Wärtsilä and Molslinjen have presented a video showcasing the development of three large battery-electric ferries currently under construction in Tasmania. The video premiered at the Shippax Conference 2026 and [...]

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]]> 18799 Magnetic system enables wireless offshore charging of electric vessels https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/news/battery-technology/magnetic-system-enables-wireless-offshore-charging-of-electric-vessels.html Thu, 07 May 2026 09:13:51 +0000 https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/?p=18793 A new inductive charging solution has enabled charging of electric vessels offshore without physical cable connections, addressing one of the key challenges for battery-powered maritime operations. Developed as part of [...]

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]]> 18793 HD Hyundai advances electric propulsion technology for large vessels https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/news/power-and-propulsion/hd-hyundai-advances-electric-propulsion-technology-for-large-vessels.html Tue, 05 May 2026 16:49:13 +0000 https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/?p=18779 HD Hyundai is developing a full electric propulsion platform for large commercial ships, as the industry explores alternatives to conventional fuel-based systems to reduce emissions. Electrification of large vessels presents [...]

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]]> 18779 Advanced Maritime Technology: Conference presentations you don’t want to miss https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/news/expo/advanced-maritime-technology-conference-presentations-you-dont-want-to-miss.html Tue, 05 May 2026 10:00:16 +0000 https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/?p=18769 With Advanced Maritime Technology Expo and Conference taking place next month, Advanced Maritime Technology International editor-in-chief Matt Ross selects a few highlights from the program. Taking it one step further [...]

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]]> 18769 Electric propulsion trial launched for commercial fishing in Maine https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/news/power-and-propulsion/electric-propulsion-trial-launched-for-commercial-fishing-in-maine.html Fri, 01 May 2026 14:41:36 +0000 https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/?p=18762 Maine-based non-profit Island Institute has selected ePropulsion’s electric propulsion system to be used in studies and demonstrations for alternative power use in commercial fishing and maritime applications. Island Institute, working [...]

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]]> 18762 Battery-powered escort tug completes sea trials https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/news/new-vessels/battery-powered-escort-tug-completes-sea-trials.html Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:48:03 +0000 https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/?p=18755 Marine battery manufacturer AYK Energy has reported a milestone in the electrification of workboats following the completion of sea trials for what it describes as the first battery-methanol harbor tug. [...]

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]]> 18755 Norwegian operators invest in zero-emission passenger vessel https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/news/environmental/norwegian-operators-invest-in-zero-emission-passenger-vessel.html Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:41:59 +0000 https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/?p=18752 A new joint venture in Norway has ordered an electric passenger vessel to provide zero-emission transportation for tourists and residents around Haugesund. Cityboat, a partnership between express boat operator Rødne [...]

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]]> 18752 Beneteau and Fountaine Pajot form joint venture to advance electric sailing https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/news/power-and-propulsion/beneteau-and-fountaine-pajot-form-joint-venture-to-advance-electric-sailing.html Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:59:55 +0000 https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/?p=18747 Groupe Beneteau and Fountaine Pajot Group have formed a joint venture, E-Lektra Marine, to accelerate the adoption of electric propulsion and energy systems in the sailing sector. The 50-50 partnership [...]

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]]> 18747 ABB launches new permanent magnet motor series to meet demand for compact, high-efficiency electrification solutions https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/news/onboard-systems/abb-launches-new-permanent-magnet-motor-series-to-meet-demand-for-compact-high-efficiency-electrification-solutions.html Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:14:51 +0000 https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/?p=18739 ABB has globally launched its new series of permanent magnet (PM) motors with water-jacket cooling, extending its series of electric motors. The new PM motor series is designed to support [...]

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