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Friday, Sep 18

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01India Today2026-09-18

IIT Madras ocean engineering students win global autonomous ship-building challenge (opens in a new tab)

IIT Madras ocean engineering students secured first place in an international autonomous ship-building competition. The event focused on designing and constructing unmanned, self-navigating vessels. The team's innovation and technical skills were recognized as the best among global participants. The win highlights India's growing expertise in maritime automation technology.

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Thursday, Sep 17

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02Dealroom2026-09-17

Eight Knot raises ~$2.9M to scale autonomous vessel tech abroad (opens in a new tab)

Eight Knot secured approximately $2.9 million in funding to expand its autonomous vessel technology internationally. The investment aims to support scaling operations and advancing the company’s maritime automation solutions. The funding round was reported by Dealroom. No additional details on investors or specific expansion plans were provided.

03rivieramm.com2026-09-17

GasTech 2026 sees deals for new vessel designs, autonomous navigation and wind-assisted propulsion (opens in a new tab)

GasTech 2026 featured agreements for innovative vessel designs, including advancements in autonomous navigation and wind-assisted propulsion systems. The event highlighted industry commitments to modernizing shipping technology. New partnerships and contracts were announced to develop these sustainable and efficient solutions. The focus was on reducing emissions and improving operational capabilities in maritime transport.

Wednesday, Sep 16

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04Smart Maritime Network2026-09-16

Oshen autonomous vessel completes first unaided Atlantic crossing (opens in a new tab)

The Oshen autonomous vessel successfully completed the first unassisted Atlantic crossing in September 2026. The achievement marks a milestone in maritime autonomy, demonstrating the capability of uncrewed vessels to navigate long-distance ocean voyages. No additional crew or external intervention was required during the journey. The project highlights advancements in autonomous shipping technology.

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05Smart Maritime Network2026-09-16

HD Hyundai Samho, Avikus and ClassNK in autonomous navigation design agreement (opens in a new tab)

HD Hyundai Samho, Avikus, and ClassNK signed an agreement to collaborate on designing autonomous navigation systems for ships. The partnership aims to develop and certify advanced technologies for unmanned vessel operations. The project will focus on integrating AI-driven navigation solutions into commercial shipping. ClassNK will provide regulatory and safety certification for the designs.

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Tuesday, Sep 15

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06헤럴드경제2026-09-15

HD Hyundai to unveil AI vessel autonomy technology in US next month (opens in a new tab)

HD Hyundai will introduce its AI-based vessel autonomy technology in the U.S. next month. The technology aims to enhance the operational capabilities of ships through artificial intelligence. The unveiling marks a step toward advanced maritime automation. No specific technical details or applications were provided in the announcement.

Monday, Sep 14

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07Ocean News & Technology2026-09-14

Robosys Automation Integrates VOYAGER AI with FarSounder Sonar for Autonomous Navigation (opens in a new tab)

Robosys Automation has integrated its VOYAGER AI platform with FarSounder’s sonar technology to enhance autonomous navigation for vessels. The collaboration aims to improve obstacle detection and situational awareness in maritime environments. This integration combines AI-driven decision-making with advanced sonar capabilities. The system is designed to support safer and more efficient autonomous operations at sea.

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