Craig International is marking its 25th anniversary by moving new global headquarters in Aberdeen which are double the size of its previous premises.

Leading maritime systems integrator Elcome International is to supply and install Saab’s next generation Vessel Traffic Management Information System (VTMIS) to ports and terminals operated by AD Ports Group.

James Fisher Subtech (JF Subtech), part of James Fisher and Sons plc, has signed its second charter agreement of 2023. Allowing for the exclusive use and operation of the multipurpose offshore vessel, Olympic Taurus, the agreement with Olympic Subsea increases JF Subtech’s vessel availability and its capacity to support additional projects and further cements its commitment to the UK offshore energy industry.

SAFE Boats International announces the introduction of a revolutionary, autonomous hydrographic survey vessel: Merlin. This innovative, 23-meter semi-displacement monohull design was developed in collaboration with Mythos AI, Echo81, and World Marine Design.

Veripos has launched the Apex PRO Correction Services with breakthrough RTK From the Sky technology. Hexagon’s Autonomy & Positioning division’s RTK From the Sky enables global, centimeter-level precise point positioning (PPP) accuracy in as fast as 3 minutes — without compromising on high reliability.

Last year, a long-standing customer, The Peel Ports Group, approached OceanWise to come up with a solution to a historic problem they had with their fog signal management, as other previous attempts had not been successful. They needed a bespoke fog signal control unit which allowed their team to remotely manage signals via a web page.

Ocean Installer, an international marine construction and operations contractor, has formalized an alliance with global energy technology company Baker Hughes to deliver a new, integrated subsea engineering solution – that provides efficiencies from project appraisal through to operations.

Martin Shaw has become the 120th President of the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST). Martin’s priorities for his presidential year include engaging with seafarers and the shipping industry, working to further build the IMarEST’s global reach, and acting on inclusion and diversity.

EAGLE-ACCESS (EA), a Dutch developer of a new generation of offshore access systems, is introducing its state-of-the-art Eagle-Access Academy for practical on-site simulator training purposes and demonstrations.

Subsea Technology and Rentals (STR) is further strengthening its presence in the APAC region by securing new custom-designed premises in Singapore as part of its ongoing international growth plans.

Baker Hughes, an energy technology company, has announced an order to be booked in the first quarter of 2023 with longtime partner QatarEnergy to supply two main refrigerant compressors (MRCs) for the North Field South (NFS) project, which will be executed by Qatargas. The MRCs are part of two LNG “mega trains” representing 16 million tons per annum (MTPA) of additional capacity that is estimated to further boost Qatar’s LNG production capacity to 126 MTPA, helping to propel Qatar as a leader in global LNG production by 2027.

Eleven Stena RoRo LNG-fueled E-Flexer ferries scheduled for charter to European and Canadian operators will each feature advanced Marine Evacuation Systems (MES) supplied by global Survival Technology solutions provider Survitec.

Renewable Lubricants introduces Bio-High Temp™ 180 EP Grease, a multipurpose lithium complex grease that withstands high temperatures and is ultimately biodegradable. This unique formulation is characterized by super high viscosity index base oil and lithium complex thickener which provides a very high load carrying capacity, excellent resistance to water and corrosion, and superior performance in a wide range of temperatures.

Landing Platform Dock HNLMS Johan de Witt has left the Damen Naval shipyard in Vlissingen-Oost. Over the past 13 months, the amphibious transport ship has undergone a comprehensive Midlife Update (MLU) in conjunction with the third period of Appointed Maintenance (BO3).

Eco Wave Power Global AB announces it (through its EWP-EDF One subsidiary) has entered into an official Power Purchase Agreement with the Israeli National Electric Company (“IEC”), based on the official Feed-in Tariff (“FIT”) which was set for the Company’s newly-installed wave energy project (“EWP-EDF One Project”) at the Port of Jaffa in Tel Aviv, Israel, by Israel’s Electric Authority (IEA).

In just over two weeks Ocean Business 2023 will open its doors to a world-class showcase of marine technology, live-action demonstrations, a packed conference program and unbeatable networking opportunities.