Partnership to Advance Green Maritime Technologies

A classification society and a shipbuilding company have formed a strategic partnership to advance shipbuilding, digitalisation, and green technologies. The agreement, signed at a recent trade fair, focuses on supporting the growth of the maritime and defence sectors.

The collaboration will involve providing classification and technical advice for naval, defence, and specialised vessels. It also includes offering regulatory insights on evolving maritime regulations and international naval standards. Key areas of focus encompass modular construction, design optimisation, and the development of advanced vessels, such as autonomous platforms and next-generation offshore patrol vessels.

Further aspects of the partnership include advisory support to enhance repair and refit infrastructure, serving both domestic and international naval clients. The two organisations will also work together on developing electric and hybrid propulsion ferries, alongside low-carbon naval auxiliary vessels.

Exploration of pathways for alternative fuels, including hydrogen and ammonia, forms a significant part of the agreement. This extends to lifecycle emissions assessments and support for compliance with national maritime visions and international environmental standards.

The collaboration also incorporates expertise in areas such as artificial intelligence-enabled ship design, digital twin technology, and cybersecurity. Joint training programmes for professionals, naval architects, and surveyors are planned to strengthen the maritime supply chain and build capacity, particularly within the Eastern Indian maritime cluster.