Will you pass the ballastwater compliance test? Port State Control is putting ballast water compliance under the spotlight, meaning shipowners must invest in digital solutions as a strategic imperative to stay compliant, says NAPA’s Tommi Vihavainen
Ferry order book: Fleets in transition Key new orders and deliveries are shaping the future of ferry travel. Justin Merrigan tracks the surge of low-emission ferries around the globe
Austal’s Simon Smith discusses the shipyard’s biggest ferry build to date The Australian shipbuilder will begin constructing Gotlandsbolaget's new Horizon X, a 130-metre, high-speed ro-pax catamaran with flexible fuel capabilities, in 2026
Modernising crew management to support safety, retention and growth Meeting the needs of crew members is a gateway to a safer, more enjoyable onboard experience for guests, says Heather Combs of Ripple Operations