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The article focuses on clarifying the legal aspects surrounding the approval and use of "autonomous" vehicles on public roads in Austria. It discusses the current legal framework allowing for the presence of a driver in some autonomous vehicles, outlines the requirements for their approval, and details the practical application of autonomous driving in Austria. It notes the absence of a legal basis for the use of driverless autonomous vehicles on public roads.

The article focuses on launch of unmanned vehicles at the Port of Rotterdam for promoting automation in shipping industry.

The article focuses on memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed between 10 shipping companies in Antwerp, Belgium for using unmanned ships because of its economic aspects.