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Korea pushes SMR ship lead as outdated rules spur global standards race

As Korea’s shipbuilding industry accelerates development of vessels equipped with small modular reactors (SMRs), calls are growing for the creation of international rules. Existing nuclear safety regulations focus on land-based nuclear power plants, and maritime regulations focus on conventional ships, leaving a gap for “ships carrying reactors,” where standards to apply are not fully…

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Shipping companies boost drone defenses after Black Sea attacks

Merchant shipping companies are increasing their fleets’ defenses against drones following attacks on commercial vessels in the Black Sea and Middle East.

  • Shipping firms enhance drone defenses in Black Sea and Middle East after attacks.
  • Counter-drone firms see surge in inquiries from shipowners handling oil and gas cargo.
  • Shipowners command premium freight rates amid escalating drone threats.

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