The creation of the integrated digital ship - Splash247

A survey of upcoming tech trends carried out for our new Shipping in 2030 magazine, published in association with MacGregor, has a strong focus on ship performance. The maritime technology outlook for the coming years is very much about vessel optimisation according to a survey of owners, operators and managers carried out by this title. The fragmented nature of the tech providers and the naturally conservative, cost-conscious shipowning set will put the brakes on any huge technology changes. We're seeing the creation of the integrated digital ship "The obvious first driver this year is technology that can deliver genuine fuel savings, lower emissions and better vessel performance," says Tore Morten Olsen, president of maritime at Marlink. In support of that, Olsen says simplified data collection for efficiency and compliance is increasingly vital.