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As another week of maritime tech announcements floods your inbox like a spring tide, we're here to help you navigate what really matters. Skip the promotional waffle and endless pitches - here's our no-nonsense advice on how to maximise your digitl logbook implementation along with a roundup of the developments actually worth your time…

This week, I spoke with Matthew Bland, who brings nearly two decades of maritime expertise to the digital transformation conversation. His hands-on experience implementing electronic record systems across multiple vessels provides invaluable insights for fleet managers considering similar digital journeys. 

As one of the early pioneers in transitioning vessel operations from paper to digital logbooks, Matt navigated the complex regulatory landscape while balancing crew needs and operational efficiency. In our conversation, Matt discussed unexpected challenges he faced and offered practical advice on how to avoid these pitfalls and maximise success.