Marcura, a digital maritime solutions corporation, has acquired Shipster, a start-up that specialises in artificial intelligence (AI)-powered document intelligence.
Marcura has already implemented AI-powered automation throughout its offerings, with AI agents assisting clients in automating Charter Party interpretation, gaining predictive insights for operational choices, and identifying contractual hazards.
Shipster’s expertise in agile AI experimentation will assist Marcura in refining data extraction, automating resource-intensive operations, and providing even greater efficiency to its clients.
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Henrik Hyldahn, Group CEO of Marcura, said: “This acquisition is about moving faster, scaling what works, and making automation more effective where it matters most. For our customers, that means reducing manual work, improving accuracy, and giving highly skilled professionals more time to focus on the decisions that drive real operational value.”
Rasmus Nagel, CEO of Shipster, stated: “AI is evolving rapidly, and with Marcura’s deep expertise in both shipping and software development, Shipster has the right long-term-focused owners to navigate this journey, ensuring even greater value for our customers and bringing AI to life in shipping.”
