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February 9, 2026
ICS to host webinar on regulatory framework for nuclear merchant ships International Chamber of Shipping event on 26 February will examine regulatory pathways for nuclear vessels. |
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January 30, 2026
Vard completes concept design for nuclear-powered offshore construction vessel Shipbuilder says study confirms technical feasibility of integrating small fourth-generation reactor in DP vessel. |
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January 29, 2026
IMO agrees workplan for safety rules on battery-, wind- and nuclear-powered ships Draft framework to be submitted to Maritime Safety Committee in May for approval. |
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January 19, 2026
Alternative fuel vessel orders maintain momentum despite softer 2025 market Lloyd's Register data shows 590 alternative-fuel vessels ordered in 2025, with LNG dominating. |
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December 23, 2025
Samsung Heavy Industries' floating nuclear plant design wins ABS approval Concept features twin KAERI small modular reactors and a compartmentalised layout to support offshore nuclear power generation. |
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December 18, 2025
ABB publishes 2025 maritime insights on decarbonisation and digitalization Technology firm compiles annual articles exploring energy efficiency, automation, and alternative fuels for the shipping industry. |
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December 18, 2025
RINA grants approval for Chinese nuclear-powered Arctic icebreaker design CSSC's multi-role vessel combines cargo transport and polar tourism with molten salt reactor propulsion. |
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December 8, 2025
Shipping industry pivots to fuel efficiency amid regulatory uncertainty on decarbonisation ABB says pragmatism prevails as shipowners focus on adaptable technologies following IMO net-zero framework delay. |
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November 27, 2025
Nuclear-powered boxships could deliver $68m annual savings: Lloyd's Register Small modular reactors could eliminate fuel costs and carbon penalties while boosting cargo capacity, says report. |
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November 26, 2025
Covering the distance to shipping’s nuclear opportunities | ABB The number of stakeholders engaging with nuclear ship propulsion in 2025 indicates that the maritime industry is eager to expand its options on net zero emissions. |
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November 6, 2025
DNV claims nuclear propulsion could offer viable route to maritime decarbonisation Classification society publishes white paper examining technological, regulatory, and commercial challenges facing nuclear-powered merchant vessels. |
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November 6, 2025
European nuclear declaration signed for maritime decarbonisation Over 30 companies sign cooperation agreement to advance small modular reactor technologies for shipping. |
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October 28, 2025
ABS partners with KRISO to develop small modular reactors for marine applications Classification society and Korean research institute sign MoU to advance nuclear technology for ships and offshore platforms. |
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October 22, 2025
Nuclear propulsion edging closer to commercial shipping, says Lloyd's Register Recent London event highlights progress on licensing and international cooperation for maritime nuclear power. |
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October 20, 2025
Lloyd's Register publishes first nuclear shipping guidance Classification society releases roadmap for nuclear technology adoption in commercial shipping and offshore industries. |
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October 10, 2025
Shipping industry warned nuclear power is essential to meet 2050 net zero targets Experts say government backing is needed for nuclear investment. |
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September 16, 2025
ABS chief urges IMO to pause Net-Zero Framework over fuel availability concerns Christopher Wiernicki says LNG and biofuels are 'mission critical' to shipping decarbonisation success. |
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September 11, 2025
ABB and Blykalla sign agreement to develop nuclear reactors for ships Partnership aims to accelerate deployment of small modular reactors for maritime decarbonisation. |
