Marine AI, backed by the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA), has launched a world-first project enabling uncrewed vessels to communicate naturally with other ships. Trials are now underway in Plymouth and Portsmouth, testing a large language model designed for ship-to-ship dialogue. The project aims to tackle a key challenge in maritime autonomy: safe and trusted […] The post UK trials give uncrewed vessels a voice at sea appeared first on Container News.| Container News
According to Japan International Freight Forwarders Association (JIFFA), Japan’s government has met with shipping leaders to discuss the potential impact of U.S. tariffs and related trade policies. State Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Yasushi Furukawa held talks with executives from Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK), Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL), Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (“K” Line), […] The post Japan discusses U.S. tariffs with shipping industry appeared first on Container...| Container News
Tanking demand and collapsing spot rates are seeing a return to the pre-Covid days of intense competition between container lines as carriers vie for decreasing cargo volumes, with Gemini refusing to blank sailings, the new reality may force a change of strategy. Gemini Cooperation carriers Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd refuse to blank sailings having made punctuality […] The post Can Gemini survive bear box market? appeared first on Container News.| Container News
Folk Maritime introduced the MV Folk Jubail in its new livery, marking a step forward in strengthening the company’s identity across its growing fleet.| Container News