From Ship Decks to Design Desks -How Modern Engineering is Redefining Maritime Equipment Efficiency?

I’ve often found that the boundary between land-based industrial systems and maritime engineering is becoming increasingly blurred. In today’s maritime industry, mechanical design and automation are playing a crucial role in improving safety, reliability, and operational efficiency from hydraulic control systems in cranes to container handling automation and energy-efficient deck machinery.

How can we, as engineers and maritime professionals, collaborate to bring more automation, data-driven maintenance, and sustainable design practices into shipboard and port equipment? 

Are there emerging technologies that can help reduce downtime or improve fuel and material efficiency? 

What lessons can be adapted from industrial fabrication or R&D processes for maritime applications?

I’d love to hear your experiences, insights, or even ongoing projects that bridge mechanical innovation and maritime engineering. Let’s make this platform a space for exchanging practical ideas that inspire both young engineers and experienced professionals. 

Looking forward to learning and contributing together! 

Mohiuddin Sohan
Design Engineer | Mechanical & Industrial Design | IMT Alumnus