HAIKOU, China, May 20, 2025 -- A report from Hainan International Media Center (HIMC): On May 19, the 2025 China Hainan Free Trade Port-UAE Promotion Conference was successfully held in Dubai. Over 250 government and free trade zone participants from the UAE and Hainan, along with business leaders and media representatives, attended the event. The focus was on trade and investment liberalization and facilitation, encompassing cooperation in sectors such as new energy, finance, biopharmaceuticals, healthcare, and agarwood, injecting strong momentum into the establishment of the Hainan F
From record-breaking firsts at the game-changing Perfect Day Mexico to ultimate beach days, vacationers can create the memories of a lifetime in more ways than ever before MIAMI, May 15, 2025 -- The world's boldest vacations are on the horizon as Royal Caribbean is raising the bar with its newly revealed Ultimate Destination lineup – with headliner Perfect Day Mexico* set to break records with never-before-seen features. From all-new thrills and unrivaled ways to chill at the next Perfect Day to unmatched beach getaways across the first Royal Beach Clubs, the vacation brand'
SINGAPORE, May 12, 2025 -- High-Trend International Group ("High-Trend" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: HTCO), a global ocean technology company that engages in international shipping services and new carbon neutral ocean technologies, today announced an update of its strategic plan regarding its Onboard Carbon Capture (OCC) systems to capture carbon dioxide (CO2) in the shipping industry. The Company is actively developing a business of providing carbon neutrality solutions for the shipping industry due to an expansive market opportunity as a result of heightened regulatory tr
TAITUNG, May 8, 2025 -- This summer, the Taitung County Government proudly welcomes an 11-member crew of traditional navigators from Palau, led by renowned master navigator Sesario Sewralur, departed on April 20 aboard the Alingano Maisu—a traditional Polynesian voyaging canoe—navigating without modern instruments. Guided by stars, ocean swells, and currents, the crew is expected to arrive in Lanyu on May 8 and Taitung's Cidong community on May 10, marking a significant milestone in a cross-Pacific cultural exchange between Taiwan and Palau. This initiative centers on the theme
BRISBANE, Australia, May 8, 2025 -- Allianz Partners Australia has launched a new cruise-specific travel insurance product in collaboration with Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL). The latest offering allows NCL customers to conveniently get a quote and purchase travel insurance directly through the cruise line's website when booking their journey. Allianz Partners' Cruise Travel Insurance offers essential benefits, such as onboard medical and evacuation coverage, protection for cabin confinement, and formal wear coverage for NCL travellers. Traditionally offered as an add-on
SMILENEWS365 문용민 기자 | Most decarbonisation efforts in the maritime sector currently focus on updating the fleet with new ships and on transitioning to green fuels, which leave the shipowners with few options to meet emissions targets UK-based Alisha Fredriksson (Sweden/Canada) and Roujia Wen (China) founded Seabound, a startup that builds retrofittable carbon capture system that traps CO₂ from ship exhausts The team is among top ten innovators of the Young Inventors Prize, to be awarded by the European Patent Office (EPO) on 18 June 2025 MUNICH, May 8, 2025 -- According t
ISTANBUL, May 7, 2025 -- Kinetics, a new energy company launched by Karpowership specializing in floating LNG assets and renewable energy, has announced two strategic investments to drive innovation and decarbonization in the energy, maritime and mining sectors. These moves underscore the company's long-term commitment to accelerating the transition to sustainable energy solutions. Kinetics has co-invested in a $20 million Series A financing round for Exterra, a Canada-based cleantech waste-to-value leader. The investment will enable Exterra to advance its flagship Hub I proj
LONDON, May 7, 2025 -- Singapore's Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA) and Windward Ltd, a leading US-based maritime AI company, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on Maritime Artificial Intelligence (AI) research and development to address emerging threats and trends at sea. The partnership will explore efforts to enhance the Singapore Armed Forces' maritime domain capabilities through digital technologies. The MOU will also cover talent development initiatives through exchange programmes and internship opportunities at Windward, allowing DSTA engi
National AV Solutions Becomes Kaleidescape Marine Distributor MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., May 1, 2025 -- Kaleidescape, maker of the ultimate movie platform, today announced National AV Solutions as the distributor for Australia and New Zealand's vibrant marine market, delivering unparalleled entertainment experiences to luxury marine, yacht, and superyacht owners. "Australia and New Zealand have a thriving yachting community that demands the very best in onboard entertainment," said Priscilla Morgan, president and chief operating officer, Kaleidescape. &q
JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia, April 23, 2025 -- OceanQuest, a not-for-profit foundation dedicated to deep ocean exploration, has officially launched in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. With a mission to accelerate ocean discovery, drive innovation, and foster international cooperation while engaging the public, OceanQuest is set to significantly accelerate deep ocean research and knowledge sharing. The foundation supports Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 by spearheading innovation in ocean exploration and advancing sustainable development. OceanQuest is set to contribute to the Kingdom's Nat