A new report from Lloyd’s Register (LR) and maritime innovation consultancy Thetius advocates investments to improve the understanding of AI at all levels within maritime organizations, highlighting the importance of including AI and autonomy at the board level. outlining the value. Advanced technology safety and regulation.
Entitled “Out of the Box,” the joint study assesses the promise of autonomy and artificial intelligence in the maritime industry, with both markets now worth $3.7 billion together by 2023. Estimated to increase by 57% from 2022. The AI-driven systems and ship autonomy market will be worth a combined $5 billion by 2028, with significant growth and crossover in both sectors expected.
As digital solutions due to rapidly evolving technologies, such as AI-driven autonomous systems onboard modern ships, present challenges, the report seeks to clarify normal and emergency use cases. , pointing out that traditional assurance measures need to be increasingly integrated.
As the industry moves forward, the report adds, it is imperative that the performance of these systems be thoroughly investigated so that safety remains a priority regardless of rapid technological innovation.
This second study by LR and Thetius points to the importance of investing in improving the understanding of AI at all levels within maritime organisations, as well as ensuring that the technology is fit for user risk. and call for the creation of an independent cross-industry organization. Support the secure development of artificial intelligence for maritime organizations.
Dipali Kuchekar, Product Manager, Autonomous Systems and Novel Technologies, Lloyd’s Register, said:As we move towards a future where digital solutions are increasingly integrated into the shipping industry, organizations like Lloyd’s Register are looking to support the adoption of AI and autonomous systems to ensure safety remains a top priority. , we continue to adapt and evolve our warranty process. We are there to support ship owners and operators considering their investment case for autonomy and AI. “
This report follows last year’s study, “The Learning Curve – The State of Artificial Intelligence in Maritime,” and outlines the importance of organizations prioritizing secure testing environments for AI and autonomous technologies. The study concludes that using solutions such as digital twin simulations and designated vessels as beta testers can help prevent incidents in real-world environments.
LR has been involved in many projects related to AI and autonomous navigation, including awarding Furuno’s HermAce Voyage Data Recorder (VDR) digital twin with the Digital Twin Approval certification. for this purpose.
LR also works with the Alan Turing Institute to advance maritime digitalization, providing fast, cost-effective, independent assurance and testing to digital technology adopters. As a result of the collaboration, Alan Turing Institute’s AQ Live tool was used in Furuno’s certification process for his HermAce VDR, highlighting the power of his AI as part of a safe and efficient testing procedure.
Lloyd’s Register’s digital solutions are used by more than half of the world’s SOLAS fleet, providing voyage compliance, planning, ship management and vessel performance, and include products from OneOcean, Hanseaticsoft and ISF Watchkeeper. ICS).
Download “Out of the Box” here
