Vessel Design News | Advanced Maritime Technology International https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/news/vessel-design Thu, 28 May 2026 14:00:48 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/amt-logo-colour-square-150x150.png Vessel Design News | Advanced Maritime Technology International https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/news/vessel-design 32 32 ABB modernizes Galápagos expedition yacht with hybrid-electric propulsion system https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/news/power-and-propulsion/abb-modernizes-galapagos-expedition-yacht-with-hybrid-electric-propulsion-system.html Thu, 28 May 2026 14:00:48 +0000 https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/?p=18885 ABB has announced a collaboration with expedition travel company Quasar Expeditions, based in Ecuador, to modernize a 52.9m yacht known as Galú for hybrid-electric propulsion. ABB said the conversion of [...]

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]]> 18885 RINA awards first AiP for energy-harvesting vessel design https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/news/vessel-design/rina-awards-first-aip-for-energy-harvesting-vessel-design.html Thu, 21 May 2026 14:41:42 +0000 https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/?p=18858 RINA has awarded an approval in principle (AiP) to Drift Energy for its energy-harvesting ship concept, marking the first such certification granted for this type of vessel. The AiP was [...]

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]]> 18858 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 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 Stillstrom launches standalone offshore charging systems for wind vessels https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/news/marine-renewables/stillstrom-launches-standalone-offshore-charging-systems-for-wind-vessels.html Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:02:51 +0000 https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/?p=18721 Stillstrom by Maersk has launched two standalone offshore charging systems addressing power supply challenges for vessels operating at sea. The new systems, Power Hub and Power Tower, are designed to [...]

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]]> 18721 RINA and Hanwha sign agreement to advance the adoption of hybrid propulsion https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/news/power-and-propulsion/rina-and-hanwha-sign-agreement-to-advance-the-adoption-of-hybrid-propulsion.html Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:08:42 +0000 https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/?p=18633 RINA has signed a memorandum of understanding with Hanwha Group to support the development and adoption of battery-hybrid propulsion systems in the maritime sector, with an initial focus on ro-ro [...]

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]]> 18633 Candela unveils electric hydrofoil vessel targeting premium water transportation market https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/news/new-vessels/candela-unveils-electric-hydrofoil-vessel-targeting-premium-water-transportation-market.html Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:54:32 +0000 https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/?p=18628 Candela has introduced a new electric hydrofoil vessel designed for high-speed passenger transportation that delivers improved comfort and reduced noise compared to conventional transfer boats, the manufacturer says. The Candela [...]

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]]> 18628 First smart “augmented ship” delivered in Wah Kwong new-build program https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/news/onboard-systems/first-smart-augmented-ship-delivered-in-wah-kwong-new-build-program.html Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:06:07 +0000 https://www.advancedmaritimetechnologyinternational.com/?p=18610 Wah Kwong Maritime Transport and Bureau Veritas (BV) have announced the delivery of Frontier Venture, the first vessel in a new series of smart-enabled ships and the company’s first to [...]

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