Shore Control, Software Costs, and Seafarer Training
UnDocked: The Maritime Transformation Show4 Syys 2025

Shore Control, Software Costs, and Seafarer Training

In this episode, Nick Chubb and Raal Harris start with a rain-soaked trip to see the Galleon Andalucía before diving into a major announcement from ABB and Wallenius Marine. Their new “Oversea” fleet optimisation service prompts a discussion on the rise of shore-based digital control rooms, the balance between master’s authority and shore-side decision support, and whether responsibility without empowerment risks pushing seafarers to burnout.

The conversation then shifts to the high costs of maritime data collection and why so many companies are “drowning in data but starved of insight.” From Microsoft’s quiet removal of enterprise volume discounts to the dangers of software renewal inertia, they highlight lessons for both buyers and vendors on pricing models, procurement strategy, and avoiding hidden cost drags.

Ammonia takes centre stage with Japan delivering the world’s first commercial dual-fuel ammonia engine. Nick and Raal explore the Just Transition Task Force’s work on global training standards, the urgent need to prepare crews, and how simulation technology, from full bridge setups to cloud-based VR like Kilo Solutions’ VASCO, is reshaping maritime learning. They debate the slow pace of STCW reform, the role of class and flag, and why outcome-focused training matters more than classroom hours.

To wrap up, they touch on ChatGPT’s new $300k+ content strategist role, sparking reflections on why human creativity remains vital even in an AI-driven age. They also tease upcoming guest interviews that will soon join the Undocked feed.

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