Ocean noise must be treated as a core environmental challenge
The OCEANOISE2026 Declaration calls for immediate action on human-generated underwater noise — a message that aligns closely with LowNoiser’s mission to make maritime operations quieter and more sustainable. Released on […]
New open benchmark data supports quieter ship design
The LOWNOISER project is making it easier to develop and validate simulation methods for ship cavitation and underwater radiated noise. A new open test case based on the VTT Arctic […]
Havila Voyages joins LOWNOISER to reduce underwater noise and protect marine life
Havila Voyages has joined the European LOWNOISER project as an associated partner, strengthening its commitment to environmentally responsible maritime operations. The company will make its vessel MS Havila Capella available […]
Gathering to Advance Solutions for Quieter Oceans
The LowNoiser partners working to reduce underwater noise from ships, recently gathered in Catania, Italy, where they combined project discussions with a visit to a unique deep-sea monitoring site in the Mediterranean.
LowNoiser at IMO Workshop: Demonstrating How Energy Efficiency Can Deliver Quieter Oceans
LowNoiser showcased how energy-efficiency technologies can reduce underwater noise, linking decarbonisation and biodiversity protection. Led by Maritime CleanTech, the project demonstrates practical solutions and supports future IMO guidelines for a cleaner, quieter maritime industry.
LOWNOISER Activates Fibre-Optic ‘Ears’ in the Mediterranean Sea
A significant technical milestone has been achieved for the LOWNOISER project with the successful installation and commissioning of a Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS) system at the Capo Passero deep-sea research site in southern Italy.
Simulated Ship Vibrations Bring LOWNOISER One Step Closer to Quieter Seas
In June 2025, the LOWNOISER project reached an important milestone on its path to reducing harmful underwater noise from ships — a key step in protecting marine life and improving vessel performance.
EU Backs Project to Protect Marine Ecosystems from Underwater Noise Pollution
Through the new LOWNOISER project, Maritime CleanTech and partners will tackle the often-overlooked problem of underwater noise pollution caused by maritime traffic.
Norwegian Minister Applauds Marine Noise Reduction Initiative
Norwegian Minister of Climate and Environment, Andreas Bjelland Eriksen, applauds the EU’s €6.3 million investment in the LOWNOISER project, a Norway-led initiative tackling underwater noise pollution from shipping.