Smart technologies promise better decisions and fewer surprises at sea, but turning that promise into day-to-day practice is where the real work begins. In this episode of Setting Course, Panos Kyrtatos, CEO of Propulsion Analytics, and Eric VanDerHorn, Director of Technology at ABS, join host Brad Cox to explore how smart technologies are actually making a difference across today’s fleets. They cover where owners are seeing real value, what smart engine performance looks like operationally, ...

Floating gas has moved well beyond the concept stage, but that does not mean the next wave of projects will be straightforward. As developers look at shallow-water, nearshore and harsher-environment applications, questions around mooring, stationkeeping, disconnectability and project viability start to matter in a different way. In this episode of Setting Course, an ABS Podcast, recorded live at OTC 2026 in Houston, Arun Duggal of MODEC and Matt Tremblay of ABS join host Brad Cox to explore w...

Evolving sea ice conditions haven’t made sailing in the Arctic any simpler. If anything, increasingly complex ice regimes, year-round operations and new trade patterns are raising the stakes for shipowners who need to keep people, assets and schedules safe in some of the harshest waters on the planet. In this episode of Setting Course, an ABS Podcast, Rob Hindley of Railotech (formerly Aker Arctic), Dr. Oscar De Silva of Memorial University of Newfoundland, and ABS Senior Engineer Ed Moakler ...

The floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) sector is still relatively small, but it’s growing fast as demand for natural gas, flexibility and new technologies reshape offshore project strategies. In this episode of Setting Course, an ABS Podcast, host Brad Cox talks with Kyle Haberberger from Black & Veatch and Terrance Roberts from ABS about where FLNG is taking off, how it compares with traditional onshore liquefaction, lessons from the FPSO sector and the digital tools driving the next ...

Change in the maritime industry is moving fast. Setting Course, an ABS Podcast, brings you candid conversations with the leaders shaping that change. Join us as we go beyond the headlines and into what actually matters to the industry's decision-makers, discussing the latest in maritime innovation, sustainability and safety. Follow the show wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode. Apple -> https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/setting-course-an-abs-podcast/id1725555824 Spot...

While additive manufacturing, also known as 3D printing, offers transformative potential for the marine and offshore industries, broad adoption will require trust and buy-in from key stakeholders. In this episode of Setting Course, an ABS Podcast, Conrad Kao, Director of Additive Manufacturing for Howco Group, and Michael Kei, Vice President of Technology for ABS, joined host Brad Cox to discuss the role of data analysis and machine learning in building trust in and validating components prod...

Imagine a future where humanoid robots work side by side with shipbuilders, enhancing efficiency and safety in the maritime industry. In this episode, Persona AI CEO and Co-Founder Nic Radford joined Patrick Ryan, ABS Senior Vice President and CTO, to discuss the potential for humanoid robotics in shipyards. Hosted by Brad Cox, the episode was recorded at the Ion Innovation District in Houston, TX. Join us as we discover how advances in artificial intelligence and shifting social acceptance o...

The development of electrification and battery technologies is driving new efficiencies for the maritime industry, especially for short-range vessels like tugs and ferries. In this episode of Setting Course, an ABS Podcast, Olli Tuunainen, Local Business Line Manager for ABB’s Marine and Ports Division in Singapore, and YunTao Chen, head of the ABS Global Electrification Center in Singapore, joined host Brad Cox to discuss the benefits, safety considerations and future of maritime electrifica...

In this episode of Setting Course, an ABS Podcast, we dive into the world of unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) and their impact on maritime operations — from commercial to research to national security. Featuring insights from retired U.S. Navy Vice Admiral and current Saildrone President John Mustin, ABS Senior Vice President of Global Engineering Gareth Burton, and ABS Director of Government Engineering Jihed Boulares, the discussion explores the key elements of successful autonomous s...

In this episode, Senior Project Manager Konstantinos Vouroutzis and Sustainability Engineer Tim Badalotti join host Brad Cox to explore the latest findings from the seventh edition of the ABS Outlook series, Beyond the Horizon: Vision Meets Reality. As lead authors, Vouroutzis and Badalotti, discuss the maritime industry’s ambitious emission goals and the market realities that challenge these targets. They highlight key checkpoints on the horizon, emphasizing the role of alternative fuels, en...