Article British Ports Association Eyeing up Autonomous shipping possibilities
published on 26 August 2020
The British Ports Association has launched a new initiative looking at the implications of autonomous shipping for UK ports, including a call for evidence from interested parties. Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS) involves the automation of vessel and onboard processes which could alter how ports and ships interface with each other. The BPA which represents the majority of UK port activity including 85% of the shipping movements in and out of the country, is keen to explore what the future developments of shipping will mean for the sector.
Video AMPI Conference in Port Moresby
published on 8 July 2024
Video CMA CGM MISSOURI LOA:299.9Mtrs N'bound
published on 6 October 2020
Article Hamburg Pilot 3 – New all-weather pilot boat to serve Port of Hamburg
by Baird Maritime - published on 19 November 2025
Video Pilot Fabio Fontes in action - 04/03/2023
published on 8 May 2023
Video Maritime Innovation Lab Launch
published on 30 June 2021
The Maritime Innovation Lab serves as a co-creation platform where projects focus on next generation port operations such as vessel traffic management, remote pilotage, and just-in-time port services coordination, as well as maritime autonomous surface ships (MASS) are experimented. In addition, the MIL will also house the maritime data hub to support industry digitalisation efforts and data sharing. Beyond MIL, the MPA Living Lab also supports physical test-beds at sea. The recently...