ABS has released a new guide setting out a framework to help owners and operators implement autonomous and remote-control technologies.

ABS has issued its qualification for new technology to SBM Offshore’s smart Intelligent Agent Mooring Line Integrity Tool, allowing the technology to be integrated into offshore systems for the first time.

ZeroNorth, the maritime technology company, is to add Copenhagen-based digital vessel performance company Propulsion Dynamics digital twin ship performance analysis to its Optimise portfolio, following the acquisition of the company.

Korean engine manufacturer HSD Engine is to offer ABB’s diagnostics and advisory software Tekomar XPERT to shipowners operating its two-stroke and four-stroke marine engines.

The Indian Register of Shipping (IRClass) is to offer two new services helping owners and operators assess the Energy Efficiency Existing Ships Index (EEXI) and Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) of their vessels.