Autonomy enables
Enhanced safety
Automation can reduce the risk of human error, which is a leading cause of maritime accidents. Autonomous systems equipped with sensors and AI can detect obstacles, monitor conditions, and make real-time decisions to ensure safer voyages.
Reduced costs
Autonomous systems can optimize routes, improve fuel efficiency, and enhance navigation, leading to more efficient maritime operations. While not necessary eliminating the need for human crews entirely, autonomous technologies can potentially reduce the size of crews required on vessels, thereby lowering labor costs for shipping companies.
Environmental impact
Autonomous systems can be designed to optimize fuel consumption, thereby reducing emissions and minimizing the environmental impact of maritime transportation.
Rakuten and Maritime Robotics - Building the future of transport and warehouses.
Mariner freight operation - The world's first uncrewed goods transport at sea that has been approved by the Norwegian Maritime Directorate and the Coastal Administration for completely unmanned goods transport with a small commercial cargo ship.
