The marine sector is no new to the hidden threat of cyberattacks in an increasingly digital environment. Ships today have advanced technology instead of manual navigation and communication, increasing productivity and safety and exposing the ship to cyberattacks. Strong cybersecurity is essential for the marine industry. Ninety percent of all products moved worldwide are carried
Cyberattacks affect the marine industry in our increasingly linked world. Cybercriminals have developed new ways to exploit ship vulnerabilities by using navigation, communication, and cargo management technology. Malware Malware refers to destructive programs like viruses, worms, trojans, and spyware. This malware can enter ship systems and cause slight to significant disturbances. The NotPetya malware assault
The Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) convention is one of the most important rules in marine activities. It shows how important safety is in the shipping business. SOLAS was created by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to make sure that ships are built, equipped, and operated in a way that meets the greatest safety
Automation is bringing about a major revolution in the shipbuilding sector, which has a rich and historical background. The design, construction, and maintenance of ships are being completely transformed by modern technology, which will improve their efficacy, safety, and affordability. Improving Accuracy and Efficiency Designed with efficiency in mind The process of designing ships has
Marine engineers have a number of challenges while designing, building, and maintaining seagoing structures and boats. These include environmental and sustainability legislation, as well as concerns about cybersecurity, emissions control, energy efficiency, remote maintenance and monitoring, cost management, risk and safety management, and human resources. Environmental Regulations and Sustainability To comply with international laws, particularly
The vast and fascinating waters of the world are not free from the consequences of human activity, notably the environmental cost of marine pollution. The shipping industry, which serves as the backbone of global trade, enables the transportation of products between continents. But there is a significant environmental cost to this. These ships run on
The maritime industry is one of the most vital sectors of the global economy, as it transports about 90% of the world’s trade. However, it also faces many challenges, such as safety, security, efficiency, sustainability, and environmental impact. To overcome these challenges, the maritime industry needs to embrace digital transformation and leverage the latest technologies,
Over 80% of global trade is carried out by sea, and as the current state of affairs in the Red Sea demonstrates, interruptions to shipping routes can have far-reaching consequences. Policymakers and market observers have focused on the immediate effects of longer delivery times and higher fuel prices, but these are only the beginning. Businesses
Norway is a small country with a population of only 5.4 million, but it has a long and proud history of seafaring and maritime activities. Norway is currently the world’s fourth largest shipping nation, measured by the value of its merchant fleet, and it has a leading position in several segments of the maritime industry,
We are glad to share that our Sperton team, Senior Business Development Advisor Jaimee Tan, and Recruitment Advisor Kavita Mahajan, had an incredible participation at KongsbergAgenda, Norway’s most prestigious technology arena! From start to finish, our team showcased unparalleled expertise, cutting-edge solutions, and a true passion for innovation. We connected with brilliant minds, exchanged ideas,
