Underwater Drones for Hull Inspection: Maritime Safety Gets a 2025 Upgrade | Lotus International Shipping
Introduction In 2025 the maritime transport world faces increasing pressures: tighter safety regulations, rising fuel costs, enhanced environmental demands and the need to minimise vessel downtime. One of the most significant technological upgrades for shipping and logistics companies is the use of underwater drones (remotely operated vehicles / ROVs) for hull inspection. These devices offer […]
Dynamic Toll Pricing for Freight Vehicles: Benefits & Backlash in 2025 | Lotus International Shipping
Introduction In 2025, logistics and supply-chain managers face mounting pressure to control costs, improve reliability, and meet sustainability goals simultaneously. One emerging driver in this landscape is dynamic toll pricing—where tolls for freight and heavy vehicles vary in real time (or near–real time) based on congestion, vehicle type, time of day, or emissions profile. For […]
