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Friday, May 22

2 stories
01日本郵船株式会社2026-05-22

MEGURI2040 Fully Autonomous Ship Program Solving Social Issues by Developing World-leading Technologies (opens in a new tab)

The MEGURI2040 program, led by 日本郵船株式会社 (NYK Line), aims to develop fully autonomous ships using advanced technologies to address social challenges. The initiative focuses on creating world-leading innovations in maritime autonomy. The program is part of efforts to enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability in shipping. No specific results or methods beyond the program's goals are detailed in the text.

02CPG Click Petróleo e Gás2026-05-22

Chinese autonomous ship V180 measures 24 meters, operates without a crew on the high seas, and launches and recovers ROVs by itself with an operational capacity of up to 3,000 meters deep and autonomy of up to 30 days on missions with no humans on (opens in a new tab)

The Chinese autonomous ship V180 is 24 meters long and operates without a crew in open waters. It can independently launch and recover ROVs, with a depth capability of up to 3,000 meters. The vessel can perform missions for up to 30 days without human intervention.

Thursday, May 21

2 stories
03International Maritime Organization2026-05-21Port Technology

IMO adopts first global Code for autonomous ships (opens in a new tab)

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) adopted the first global Code for autonomous ships on May 21, 2026. This regulatory framework aims to standardize the operation and safety of autonomous vessels worldwide. The code establishes guidelines for testing, certification, and deployment of maritime autonomy. It marks a significant step in integrating autonomous technology into global shipping.

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04Digital Ship2026-05-21

DLR’s MODULARIS project gives shipowners a live testbed for digital and autonomous vessel systems (opens in a new tab)

The MODULARIS project by DLR provides shipowners with a live testing environment for digital and autonomous vessel systems. It serves as a practical platform to evaluate and develop new maritime technologies. The initiative aims to advance innovation in ship automation and digitalization. No specific results or methods beyond the testbed concept are detailed.

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Tuesday, May 19

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05Cyprus Shipping News2026-05-19

A new era of autonomous shipping (opens in a new tab)

Autonomous shipping is entering a new phase, marking a shift in maritime operations. The article highlights advancements in technology enabling unmanned vessels. Cyprus Shipping News reports this development as a significant evolution for the shipping industry. No specific methods or outcomes are detailed beyond the broader trend.

Monday, May 18

2 stories
06Marine News Magazine2026-05-18

Saronic, Lloyd’s Register Partner on Maritime Autonomy Standards (opens in a new tab)

Saronic and Lloyd’s Register have partnered to develop maritime autonomy standards. The collaboration aims to establish guidelines for autonomous shipping technologies. This initiative focuses on improving safety and regulatory frameworks in the maritime industry. The partnership was announced in May 2026.

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07Yahoo Tech2026-05-18

This autonomous ship mooring system really sucks – and that’s a good thing (opens in a new tab)

An autonomous ship mooring system uses suction technology to securely attach vessels to docks. The system’s strong vacuum grip improves stability and reduces manual labor. Designed for efficiency, it enhances safety by minimizing human error during docking. Its effectiveness lies in its ability to "suck" and hold ships firmly in place.

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