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Understanding the U.S. Coast Guard’s Maritime Cybersecurity Framework

Published Feb 17, 2026 8:23 PM by Kelly Malynn

Cyber incidents in the marine sector are no longer theoretical - they’re a real and accelerating risk. To address and mitigate this growing threat, the U.S. Coast Guard recently updated its maritime security regulations by passing the Cybersecurity in the Marine Transportation System regulation, which went into effect in July 2025. This rule establishes minimum cybersecurity and reporting requirements for U.S.-flagged vessels, Outer Continental Shelf facilities, and facilities subject to the Maritime Transportation Security Act of 2002 regulations. This regulation...

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HD Hyundai Samho is Making Serious Plans to Install Humanoid Robots

Published Feb 17, 2026 7:18 PM by The Maritime Executive

Korean shipbuilder HD Hyundai Samho says that it is studying ways to introduce humanoid robots into its yard, and is examining ROI to figure out where it might make the most sense to use them. The yard tested out humanoids in a demonstration event last year, using them to move items and carry out welding. An early demonstration trial video showed a humanoid robot interacting with a forklift. The yard has assistance from HD Hyundai's own robot division, plus Neura...

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U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Returns Home After Escorting Two Seized Tankers

Published Feb 17, 2026 5:47 PM by The Maritime Executive

The U.S. Coast Guard cutter Mohawk has completed a rare mission. On Saturday, the cutter returned to her home port in Key West after spending 60 days in U.S. Southern Command, where the crew had the opportunity to escort two seized, sanctioned oil tankers into U.S. custody. "Our dedicated crews are the frontline of maritime security," said Cmdr. Taylor Kellogg, commanding officer of Mohawk. "Their vigilance and expertise were instrumental in the successful interdiction and escort of these tankers, preventing...

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Activist Shareholder Demands Turnaround at Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings

Published Feb 17, 2026 5:39 PM by The Maritime Executive

Elliott Investment Management, a well-known activist shareholder, is setting its sights on Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, calling the cruise company a laggard and underperformer. In a letter to the board, which was released publicly, Elliott is calling on the board to act immediately or says it will go to shareholders to reverse a “decade of strategic misjudgment and poor execution.” The activist investor, which is well-known for its recent battle with Southwest Airlines and having taken on other giants, including...

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Union Calls Off Strike at 19 UK North Sea Offshore Platforms

UK industrial union Unite has called off a brief offshore strike action at rig services provider Bilfinger, which would have affected up to 19 oil fields in the North Sea at the end of this week. Bilfinger UK is an engineering and maintenance contractor for the oil, gas, petchem, utility and pharma sectors, among others. Its offshore division supports some of the largest oil companies in the North Sea oil trade, including BP. During contract negotiations, the two sides had...

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HD Hyundai Samho is Making Serious Plans to Install Humanoid Robots

Korean shipbuilder HD Hyundai Samho says that it is studying ways to introduce humanoid robots into its yard, and is examining ROI to figure out where it might make the most sense to use them. The yard tested out humanoids in a demonstration event last year, using them to move items and carry out welding. An early demonstration trial video showed a humanoid robot interacting with a forklift. The yard has assistance from HD Hyundai's own robot division, plus Neura...

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Navigating the Deadlock: Accelleron’s Daniel Bischofberger on Green Fuels

Accelleron, a leading provider of turbocharging, fuel injection, and digital solutions for marine engines and ships, recently released a study on the multifaceted, multi-industry challenges slowing shipping's transition to carbon-neutral fuels. TME recently spoke with CEO Daniel Bischofberger about the current state of marine decarbonization, regional developments in Asia-Pacific, and the path forward for the industry. Can you describe the current state of shipping's transition to carbon-neutral fuels? The ships are ready, but the fuel is not. The technology exists...

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Understanding the U.S. Coast Guard’s Maritime Cybersecurity Framework

Cyber incidents in the marine sector are no longer theoretical - they’re a real and accelerating risk. To address and mitigate this growing threat, the U.S. Coast Guard recently updated its maritime security regulations by passing the Cybersecurity in the Marine Transportation System regulation, which went into effect in July 2025. This rule establishes minimum cybersecurity and reporting requirements for U.S.-flagged vessels, Outer Continental Shelf facilities, and facilities subject to the Maritime Transportation Security Act of 2002 regulations. This regulation...

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