The world’s first autonomous and electric container vessel is one step closer to launch, as YARA signs a deal with VARD worth appr NOK 250 million to build the vessel. VARD will deliver Yara Birkeland for launch in early 2020, and the vessel will gradually move from manned operation to fully autonomous operation by 2022.

Raymarine, a FLIR Systems brand, is bringing a truly ‘Raymarine Retail Experience’ directly to European boaters this summer via its fleet of state-of-the-art mobile showrooms.

Marlink Japan, the Tokyo-based arm of global maritime communications specialist Marlink is celebrating 40 years in business this month. Established in 1978 as SAIT Marine, Marlink Japan is the second-longest serving foreign-owned satcom company in the country, and has been delivering communication services and support to maritime clients in the region for longer than any other company.

Ocean Signal is highlighting the ATA100 Class A and ATB1 Class B AIS transponders when it joins forces will fellow exhibitor ACR Electronics to offer a comprehensive line-up of safety equipment on Stand 510 at this year’s SMM in Hamburg.

Leader in safety and communication at sea Ocean Signal has strengthened its expanding sales and product team with the appointment of Steve Moore as its new Product Manager.

Fischer Panda UK will provide visitors with a first-hand, interactive experience of its complete system capability with the debut of its upgraded display trailer at this year’s Southampton Boat Show.

ChartCo OneOcean to play a significant role in shoreside and fleet operations, whilst ChartCo’s upgraded flagship e-navigation module PassageManager will offer users full integration of key functions.

Delivering a marine electronics industry first, Raymarine Axiom users can now take to the skies with the latest LightHouse 3.6 OS update.

Marlink has added new satellites and beams to its global Sealink VSAT network to provide broader flexible access to reliable, high-speed Internet connectivity, enabling operational, crew and guest communications in the fast-growing adventure cruising and bandwidth-hungry superyacht markets.

Karpaz Gate Marina has appointed a new Chef and introduced an enhanced selection of tempting local and international dishes for customers to savour at its stunning Hemingway’s Resto-Bar and Beach Club venues this summer.