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‘Superhydroscopic’ aluminium for unsinkable ships

Researchers at the University of Rochester have found a way to make ordinary hollow aluminium tubes float indefinitely...

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‘Superhydroscopic’ aluminium for unsinkable ships
Researchers at the University of Rochester have found a way to make ordinary hollow aluminium tubes float indefinitely, due to a special air-trapping texture
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March 6, 2026 at 11:02 AM
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Roll-to-roll printable solar cells

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A research team at Swansea University has developed a low-cost and scalable process to create fully printable perovskite photovoltaics.

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Roll-to-roll printable solar cells
A research team at Swansea University has developed a low-cost and scalable process to create fully printable perovskite photovoltaics.
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April 17, 2025 at 1:02 PM
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Lithium air battery could match energy density of gasoline

Many new battery chemistries are being trialled to eventually produce..

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Lithium air battery could match energy density of gasoline
Many new battery chemistries are being trialled to eventually produce an energy density equal to gasoline (12,200Wh/kg) but, so far, they have all fallen well short
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June 9, 2026 at 1:02 PM
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Quantum technology for next generation navigation

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Quantum technology for next generation navigation
With hostile powers able to jam the Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS), quantum technology could provide a dependable alternative
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September 15, 2025 at 7:03 AM
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Norwegian boat builder participating in nuclear propulsion research

By David Robinson

Fincantieri associate Vard collaborating in NuProShip initiatve

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Norwegian boat builder participating in nuclear propulsion research
Fincantieri associate Vard collaborating in NuProShip initiatve
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January 14, 2025 at 8:58 AM
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Swiss team to set sailing speed record with ‘watch case’ hull

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Swiss team to set sailing speed record with ‘watch case’ hull
The team behind the 100km/h sailing trimaran SP80 aim to achieve 150km/h (80kt) with a hull made from the same thin carbon material as Richard Mille watch cases
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September 15, 2025 at 1:02 PM
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10MW wave energy project for Mauritius

The French renewable wave energy specialist Seaturns has announced the launch of its first pre-commercial offshore project in Mauritius

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10MW wave energy project for Mauritius
The French renewable wave energy specialist Seaturns has announced the launch of its first pre-commercial offshore project in Mauritius
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April 1, 2026 at 12:02 PM
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‘Octopus acid’ helps solar panels self-heal

South Korean researchers have used a naturally occurring antioxidant molecule found in octopus to help perovskite solar ...

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‘Octopus acid’ helps solar panels self-heal
South Korean researchers have used a naturally occurring antioxidant molecule found in octopus to help perovskite solar panels create a self-regenerating shield
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February 4, 2026 at 1:02 PM
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Advanced safety for hydrogen-battery vessels

Hefring Marine and Ecomar Propulsion have announced a partnership to focus on improving safety and operational efficiency...

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Advanced safety for hydrogen-battery vessels
Hefring Marine and Ecomar Propulsion have announced a partnership to focus on improving safety and operational efficiency for hydrogen-battery vessels
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March 25, 2026 at 1:04 PM
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New 160hp RAD electric outboard

Unveiled at Metstrade by the UK OEM RAD was the new 120kW electric outboard, based on a 400V architecture

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New 160hp RAD electric outboard
Unveiled at Metstrade by the UK OEM RAD was the new 120kW electric outboard, based on a 400V architecture
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November 24, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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Hydrogen triumphs at Monaco

Boats powered by hydrogen fuel cells proved themselves in several categories, especially the speed and endurance runs, during the annual Monaco ...

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Hydrogen triumphs at Monaco
Boats powered by hydrogen fuel cells proved themselves in several categories, especially the speed and endurance runs, during the annual Monaco Energy Boat Challenge
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July 28, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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Limiting solar panel damage

With over US$27bn worth of damage from extreme weather events in the US last year, researchers are exploring counter measures to protect solar ...

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Limiting solar panel damage
With over US$27bn worth of damage from extreme weather events in the US last year, researchers are exploring counter measures to protect solar installations
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January 21, 2026 at 12:01 PM
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Fuel cell trucks to enter production

In late 2026, Daimler Truck will produce 100 Mercedes-Benz NextGenH2 fuel cell trucks with liquid hydrogen storage, enabling a 1,000km range

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Fuel cell trucks to enter production
In late 2026, Daimler Truck will produce 100 Mercedes-Benz NextGenH2 fuel cell trucks with liquid hydrogen storage, enabling a 1,000km range
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February 5, 2026 at 11:02 AM
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Lloyd’s Register’s hydrogen report

As part of its ‘Fuel for Thought’ series, the maritime classification consultancy Lloyd’s Register has just produced a comprehensive report about ...

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Lloyd’s Register’s hydrogen report
As part of its 'Fuel for Thought' series, the maritime classification consultancy Lloyd's Register has just produced a comprehensive report about the future of hydrogen
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January 20, 2026 at 3:06 PM
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Ships to turn saltwater into hydrogen fuel

Scientists at Brunel University in London have developed technology to allow ships to create hydrogen underway ...

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Ships to turn saltwater into hydrogen fuel
Scientists at Brunel University in London have developed technology to allow ships to create hydrogen underway and then store it onboard at room temperature
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March 11, 2026 at 3:03 PM
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Nature-inspired prop improves efficiency

By adding ‘dorsal fin’ grooves to a propeller blade, UK-based CJR Propulsion enable gains of up to 13% efficiency when the prop is part...

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Nature-inspired prop improves efficiency
By adding 'dorsal fin' grooves to a propeller blade, UK-based CJR Propulsion enable gains of up to 13% efficiency when the prop is part of a flow-aligned package
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December 18, 2025 at 9:08 AM
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Gurit’s safer epoxy chemistry

With the EU reclassifying some of the flow agents for epoxy resin, Gurit has already been working to make these ‘diluents’ much safer.

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Gurit’s safer epoxy chemistry
With the EU reclassifying some of the flow agents for epoxy resin, Gurit has already been working to make these 'diluents' much safer.
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December 16, 2025 at 10:02 AM
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Factorial, Stellantis reach solid-state batter milestone

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Multinational automaker Stellantis and its US-based battery making partner Factorial Energy say they ...

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Factorial, Stellantis reach solid-state batter milestone
Multinational automaker Stellantis and its US-based battery making partner Factorial Energy say they have successfully validated automotive-sized solid-state battery cells, bringing the industry closer...
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May 8, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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Methanol and hydrogen engines ‘too early’ for infrastructure?

Yacht builders and engine OEMs already have the technology to embrace alternative fuels...

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Methanol and hydrogen engines ‘too early’ for infrastructure?
Yacht builders and engine OEMs already have the technology to embrace alternative fuels, but some are shelving roll out until the refuelling infrastructure catches up
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September 23, 2025 at 10:03 AM
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‘Peel and stick’ solar panels

The US-based company Active Surfaces has produced an ultra-thin perovskite solar panel that can be attached to any curved profile

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‘Peel and stick’ solar panels
The US-based company Active Surfaces has produced an ultra-thin perovskite solar panel that can be attached to any curved profile
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November 3, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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Portable ‘quick swap’ hydrogen cylinders to boost fuel cell adoption

Lightweight, high-pressure interchangeable hydrogen cylinders...

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Portable ‘quick swap’ hydrogen cylinders to boost fuel cell adoption
Lightweight, high-pressure interchangeable hydrogen cylinders for powering fuel cells could remove the need for expensive quayside infrastructure
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May 25, 2026 at 1:03 PM
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Platinum-free fuel cells

US scientists believe they can make hydrogen fuel cells far more affordable by removing the need to use platinum for some of the essential ...

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Platinum-free fuel cells
US scientists believe they can make hydrogen fuel cells far more affordable by removing the need to use platinum for some of the essential internal components
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March 30, 2026 at 3:03 PM
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Research paper analyses AI’s role in composites

The composites sector remains a largely manual industry, but artificial intelligence is starting to make inroads ...

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Research paper analyses AI’s role in composites
The composites sector remains a largely manual industry, but artificial intelligence is starting to make inroads by improving efficiency and reducing waste
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June 12, 2026 at 9:02 AM
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‘Flying pig’ containerised 1MW hydrogen power plant

Vivify has developed a compact off-grid and self-contained powerplant that uses hydrogen at its core..

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‘Flying pig’ containerised 1MW hydrogen power plant
Vivify has developed a compact off-grid and self-contained powerplant that uses hydrogen at its core and could be adapted for yachts and boatyards
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June 3, 2026 at 1:02 PM
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Largest building integrated photovoltaic perovskite project completed

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Using technology that could be used in boat building halls, solar specialists Microquanta has installed a translucent roof ...

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French boatbuilders turn strategic as they overhaul portfolios
New model and series launches planned as builders look to future-proof by extending product envelopes in race for marketshare
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February 26, 2025 at 12:01 PM