( July 3, 2026, 10:39 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Companies of the maritime sector may enter into agreements to facilitate the sharing and reuse of data, the Dutch competition authority said Friday, finding the collaboration is in line with antitrust rules. The move, initiated by the Dutch Maritime Network, and part of the maritime master plan, is meant to speed up the construction and use of ships with a lower environmental impact, such as ships equipped with propulsion systems powered by hydrogen, for example. Better collaboration improves knowledge sharing, leads to innovation and thus contributes to climate goals, the watchdog said.Statement follows (in Dutch). ...
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