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Gulf Craft acquired by autonomous vessel innovator Saronic
Gulf Craft acquired by autonomous vessel innovator Saronic Austin, Texas, based autonomous vessel start up Saronic has acquired Franklin, La.-based shipbuilder Gulf Craft. It says that, with the acquisition, it gains a strategically located shipyard on the Gulf Coast that will serve as the prototyping and production hub for its medium unmanned surface vessel (MUSV)…
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Agreement reached on new global minimum wage for seafarers
Agreement reached on new global minimum wage for seafarers The International Labor Organization (ILO) has concluded the latest round of minimum wage negotiations for able seafarers at a meeting of the Subcommittee on Wages of Seafarers of ILO’s Joint Maritime Commission (JMC), held in Geneva on April 14 and 15, 2025. ILO’s 2006 Maritime Labor…
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Ship Repair USA: Charting a course through compliance
Ship Repair USA: Charting a course through compliance When it comes to running a shipyard, navigating regulations and compliance can sometimes feel more complicated than navigating open water. One area that continues to challenge even the most seasoned operators is the United States Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (USL&H). Misunderstandings abound, and the stakes…
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FRS Clipper to get a new high speed whale watching catamaran
FRS Clipper to get a new high speed whale watching catamaran Seattle-headquartered ferry and excursion vessel operator FRS Clipper Inc. reports that it will receive an advanced newbuild whale watching catamaran next year. The newbuild multi-million dollar high speed vessel, built by Mavrik Marine Inc., La Conner, Wash., will begin sailing from Seattle’s Pier 69…
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Nominations are open for Marine Log’s Top Women in Maritime award
Nominations are open for Marine Log’s Top Women in Maritime award Marine Log is proud to announce the return of our annual Top Women in Maritime recognition for 2025. This prestigious honor celebrates up to 20 exceptional women who are making a significant impact across the maritime industry through leadership, innovation, and dedication. Featured in…
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SBM Offshore FPSO’s miles-long journey ends in Guyana as first oil date approaches (Gallery)
SBM Offshore FPSO’s miles-long journey ends in Guyana as first oil date approaches (Gallery) SBM Offshore, a provider of the design, construction, installation, and operation of offshore floating facilities, has bid welcome to its new FPSO vessel destined for ExxonMobil’s fourth oil project in the Stabroek block off the coast of Guyana. The post SBM Offshore…
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‘World’s first’ liquid hydrogen corridor to link Oman, the Netherlands and Germany
‘World’s first’ liquid hydrogen corridor to link Oman, the Netherlands and Germany A joint development agreement (JDA) has been signed to establish the “world’s first” liquid hydrogen corridor, connecting Oman, the Netherlands and Germany. The post ‘World’s first’ liquid hydrogen corridor to link Oman, the Netherlands and Germany appeared first on Offshore Energy. Aida Čučuk…
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First offshore hydrogen-ammonia-methanol platform begins trial operation in China
First offshore hydrogen-ammonia-methanol platform begins trial operation in China The first offshore platform for the integrated production of green hydrogen, ammonia, and methanol has been constructed in Yantai, China, and is set to commence the trial operation, state-owned energy enterprise China Energy Investment Corporation revealed. The post First offshore hydrogen-ammonia-methanol platform begins trial operation in China…
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Woodside and Uniper in talks over LNG supply
Woodside and Uniper in talks over LNG supply Woodside Energy is engaged in discussions with Germany’s Uniper regarding potential liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply deal. The post Woodside and Uniper in talks over LNG supply appeared first on Offshore Energy. Melisa Cavcic Go to offshore energy biz
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America’s Calcasieu Pass LNG gets into the swing of commercial ops
America’s Calcasieu Pass LNG gets into the swing of commercial ops Venture Global has celebrated the start of commercial operations at its LNG export project in Cameron Parish, Louisiana, south of Lake Charles, United States. Portugal’s oil and gas company Galp has confirmed its first LNG cargo from this project. The post America’s Calcasieu Pass…
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US exporters see rise in canceled orders from Chinese buyers amid tariff war
US exporters see rise in canceled orders from Chinese buyers amid tariff war The export decline is already showing up in some data, with bookings for US exports to China for the week of April 8-15 down 5.4% from the prior week. Go to journal of commerce
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J.B. Hunt customers waiting for ‘dust to settle’ on tariffs
J.B. Hunt customers waiting for ‘dust to settle’ on tariffs But the largest US intermodal provider said customers have not yet meaningfully adjusted their freight forecasts, and shippers continue to tender the quantity of loads outlined in their contracts. Go to journal of commerce
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Europe on alert to track any wave of diverted Chinese imports
Europe on alert to track any wave of diverted Chinese imports With the door to US trade effectively slammed shut by tariffs, Chinese manufacturers are urgently looking for alternative markets in which to offload their surplus inventory. Go to journal of commerce
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In Mexico, global shippers seek new logistics options amid shifting US tariffs
In Mexico, global shippers seek new logistics options amid shifting US tariffs US tariffs are forcing shippers in Mexico to rethink global sourcing and logistics strategies as complying with the USMCA becomes more complex. Go to journal of commerce
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Port of Virginia readies more cranes for ultra-large container ships
Port of Virginia readies more cranes for ultra-large container ships Virginia continues to add infrastructure to its marine terminals as part of the port’s plan to handle mega-max vessels once dredging is finished late in 2025. Go to journal of commerce
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Improve Land Firefighter Skills For Marine Vessel Fires, Says NTSB
Improve Land Firefighter Skills For Marine Vessel Fires, Says NTSB Image Credits: NTSB The National Transportation Safety Board recommended Tuesday that land-based firefighters be better prepared for marine vessel firefighting following a fatal fire on the roll-on/roll-off container vessel Grande Costa D’Avorio in Newark, New Jersey. The Grande Costa D’Avorio was docked at Port Newark…
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Gunmen In Small Boats Fire At Vessel Off Yemen, Investigation Underway
Gunmen In Small Boats Fire At Vessel Off Yemen, Investigation Underway Image for representation purposes only A merchant vessel sailing about 100 nautical miles east of Aden, Yemen, was being followed by several small boats carrying armed individuals on April 15, according to a report by the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). As per…
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Moroccan Dockworkers Demand Boycott Of Maersk Ships Transporting Supplies To Israel
Moroccan Dockworkers Demand Boycott Of Maersk Ships Transporting Supplies To Israel Image for representation purposes only A Moroccan dockworkers’ union has demanded a boycott of a Maersk ship suspected of transporting U.S. military parts to Israel. The call, backed by religious groups and pro-Palestine activists, has stirred up plans for protests at key Moroccan ports…
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Sweden Finds No Hard Proof Against Chinese Ship Intentionally Damaging Baltic Sea Cables
Sweden Finds No Hard Proof Against Chinese Ship Intentionally Damaging Baltic Sea Cables Image for representation purposes only A Swedish investigation has found no clear evidence to suggest that a Chinese-flagged ship intentionally damaged two subsea cables in the Baltic Sea last year. The Swedish Accident Investigation Authority (SHK) reported on April 15th, 2025, that…
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China Delivers World’s First Ultra-large Container Ship To CMA CGM
China Delivers World’s First Ultra-large Container Ship To CMA CGM Image Credits: CMA CGM China State Shipbuilding Corporation Limited (CSSC) delivered a 24,000 TEU dual-fuel container ship, CMA CGM Seine, to the French shipping giant CMA CGM. The delivery took place in Shanghai. The CMA CGM Seine is the world’s first ultra-large container vessel powered…
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LR-Led Coalition Plans Nuclear Ships for Remote Areas
LR-Led Coalition Plans Nuclear Ships for Remote Areas These nuclear-powered ships will be capable of operating for 8-10 years without refuelling. Go to ship&bunker
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Norsepower Partners With COSCO Shipping to Boost WAPS Sales in Asia
Norsepower Partners With COSCO Shipping to Boost WAPS Sales in Asia The partnership seeks to significantly ramp up rotor sail production in response to rising demand from the shipping sector. Go to ship&bunker
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BUNKER PRICES: G20-VLSFO Index Rises to One-Week High
BUNKER PRICES: G20-VLSFO Index Rises to One-Week High Ship & Bunker’s G20-VLSFO Index gained $1/mt to its highest level since April 8 on Tuesday. Go to ship&bunker
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Norway Confirms 2026 Fjord Zero-Emission Rule
Norway Confirms 2026 Fjord Zero-Emission Rule Norway reaffirms its zero-emission rule for cruise ships in the UNESCO World Heritage fjords by 2026, with a delayed deadline for larger cruise ships until 2032. Go to ship&bunker
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Oil Maintains Slump As Analysts Weigh Tariff Impacts
Oil Maintains Slump As Analysts Weigh Tariff Impacts However, Trump’s modifications to tariffs provided some support. Go to ship&bunker
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Damen Choose Arena Offshore to Build Two Stan Tugs 1606
Damen Choose Arena Offshore to Build Two Stan Tugs 1606 Ship & Boat Building Go to workboat365
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UAE’s Premier Marine Shipyards Delivers Flagship AHTS Vessel “Rawabi 73”
UAE’s Premier Marine Shipyards Delivers Flagship AHTS Vessel “Rawabi 73” Anchor Handling Tug Supply Go to workboat365
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Rotra Futura Delivered Marks Milestone in Wind Energy Logistics
Rotra Futura Delivered Marks Milestone in Wind Energy Logistics Dry Cargo Go to workboat365
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Aker Arctic to Design Next-Generation Baltic Sea Icebreaker
Aker Arctic to Design Next-Generation Baltic Sea Icebreaker Design and Naval Architects Go to workboat365
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Optimising Offshore Wind Operations with BareFLEET
Optimising Offshore Wind Operations with BareFLEET Electronics & Communication Go to workboat365
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Dredger sinks at Singapore’s Tuas Harbour
Dredger sinks at Singapore’s Tuas Harbour Baird Maritime Go to baird maritime
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Rio Tinto tempers forecast, posts lowest Q1 iron ore shipments since 2019
Rio Tinto tempers forecast, posts lowest Q1 iron ore shipments since 2019 Reuters Go to baird maritime
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UKMTO reports possible piracy/terrorism incident east of Yemen’s Aden
UKMTO reports possible piracy/terrorism incident east of Yemen’s Aden Reuters Go to baird maritime
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Chinese builder floats out new inland chemical tanker
Chinese builder floats out new inland chemical tanker Baird Maritime Go to baird maritime
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US Merchant Marine Academy to modernise New York training facilities
US Merchant Marine Academy to modernise New York training facilities Alan Bosworth Go to baird maritime
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Record level of offshore oil and gas accidents reported in Brazil
Record level of offshore oil and gas accidents reported in Brazil ANP reported a record 731 accidents in the Brazilian offshore oil and gas sector during 2024, surpassing the previous year’s record high John Go to rivieramm
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Greek owner George Chatzis linked to fresh bulk carrier S&P play
Greek owner George Chatzis linked to fresh bulk carrier S&P play Grehel Shipmanagement has emerged as the new owner of two Japanese-built Supramax bulk carriers Georgios Go to rivieramm
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State of Victoria to launch RfP for 2 GW of offshore wind in late 2025
State of Victoria to launch RfP for 2 GW of offshore wind in late 2025 Process initiated that will lead to contract awards in October 2026 David Go to rivieramm
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Rotortugs deployed with eco-friendly fendering
Rotortugs deployed with eco-friendly fendering Signet Maritime’s latest tugboats have fenders made from polyurethane, which can be recycled and reprocessed, and are 30% lighter than rubber Martyn Go to rivieramm
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NYK Cruises takes delivery of Asuka III
NYK Cruises takes delivery of Asuka III Ship’s builder says ship is one of the “most energy-efficient cruise ships ever built” Rebecca Go to rivieramm
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Impossible Metals seeks subsea mining lease near American Samoa
Impossible Metals seeks subsea mining lease near American Samoa Reuters Go to baird maritime
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Exxon consortium to begin installation of FPSO One Guyana
Exxon consortium to begin installation of FPSO One Guyana Reuters Go to baird maritime
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CMA CGM takes delivery of 24,000TEU newbuild from Chinese yard
CMA CGM takes delivery of 24,000TEU newbuild from Chinese yard Baird Maritime Go to baird maritime
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Venture Global LNG begins commercial operations at Calcasieu Pass plant
Venture Global LNG begins commercial operations at Calcasieu Pass plant Reuters Go to baird maritime
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Union members at General Dynamics Electric Boat authorize strike
Union members at General Dynamics Electric Boat authorize strike Reuters Go to baird maritime
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U.S. Navy Expands Maritime Border Security Mission with USS Stockdale Deployment
U.S. Navy Expands Maritime Border Security Mission with USS Stockdale Deployment (Feed generated with FetchRSS) Defense Go to gcaptain
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NTSB: Inadequate Firefighting Training Led to Deaths in Newark Ship Fire
NTSB: Inadequate Firefighting Training Led to Deaths in Newark Ship Fire (Feed generated with FetchRSS) Accidents Go to gcaptain
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MSC Makes History as First Container Line to Hit 900-Ship Fleet
MSC Makes History as First Container Line to Hit 900-Ship Fleet (Feed generated with FetchRSS) Shipping Go to gcaptain
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Piracy Reporting Centre: Singapore Straits Emerge as Piracy Hotspot
Piracy Reporting Centre: Singapore Straits Emerge as Piracy Hotspot (Feed generated with FetchRSS) Piracy Go to gcaptain
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Seafarers Officially Designated as Key Workers in Maritime Labour Convention Update
Seafarers Officially Designated as Key Workers in Maritime Labour Convention Update (Feed generated with FetchRSS) Shipping Go to gcaptain
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Cathay Cargo Terminal has completed the first end-to-end trial of Autonomous Electric Tractor (AET) operations for… Go to asiacargonews
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Korean Air saw continued cargo growth in the first quarter of the year despite uncertainties in the current business… Go to asiacargonews
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Frankfurt continues to record cargo growth in March
Frankfurt continues to record cargo growth in March Frankfurt Airport (FRA) continued to experience cargo volume growth in March, despite rising trade tensions. Fraport,… Go to asiacargonews
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Saudia Cargo has announced the launch of new freighter routes from Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport (CGO) in… Go to asiacargonews
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NTSB: Firefighters Should Have Stayed Out of Grande Costa D’Avorio Blaze
NTSB: Firefighters Should Have Stayed Out of Grande Costa D’Avorio Blaze In a hearing Tuesday, the National Transportation Safety Board approved final conclusions from the investigation of the fire aboard the ro/ro Grande Costa D’Avorio at Newark in 2023. The investigators confirmed that the fire started when the Jeep Wrangler that longshoremen used as…
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Hamburg Proceeds with Shore Power at All Terminals for Large Containerships
Hamburg Proceeds with Shore Power at All Terminals for Large Containerships Less than a year after becoming the first port in Europe to offer shore power for large containerships, Hamburg, Germany is on track to complete the installation of shore power capabilities at all its terminals for large containerships. Testing commenced last week at…
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Piracy Incidents Spike Nearly 35% in Q1 Drive by Singapore Strait
Piracy Incidents Spike Nearly 35% in Q1 Drive by Singapore Strait The ICC International Maritime Bureau (IMB) issued its quarterly report on global piracy warning of a rise in global piracy and armed robbery incidents driven by a spike in attacks in the Singapore Straits. Southeast Asia, and specifically the regions around the Singapore…
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CSSC Delivers First of New “Sea Giants” to CMA CGM
CSSC Delivers First of New “Sea Giants” to CMA CGM Chinese officials touted the new class of CMA CGM containerships as the “world’s largest dual-fuel powered” containerships as the naming and delivery took place of the new CMA CGM Seine (220,000 dwt). They highlighted the advancements in design and speed of construction for a vessel…
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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to Participate in Modernizing USMMA Facilities
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to Participate in Modernizing USMMA Facilities The campus of the United States’ only federal maritime academy, the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point, New York, is going to receive a long overdue revitalization and modernization. The Department of Transportation which oversees the Academy along with the New York…
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Virgin Atlantic partners with Cambridge Spark to launch industry first AI champion apprenticeship
Virgin Atlantic partners with Cambridge Spark to launch industry first AI champion apprenticeship April 15, 2025 Go to aircargoweek
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Cold Chain Technologies Looks to “Go Further” with Launch of Universal CCT Tower Elite
Cold Chain Technologies Looks to “Go Further” with Launch of Universal CCT Tower Elite April 15, 2025 Go to aircargoweek
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WFS expands global Emirates partnership with new cargo handling contract at Frankfurt Airport
WFS expands global Emirates partnership with new cargo handling contract at Frankfurt Airport April 15, 2025 Go to aircargoweek
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WCS 2025: Emirates SkyCargo urges industry to build systems that can withstand future shocks
WCS 2025: Emirates SkyCargo urges industry to build systems that can withstand future shocks April 15, 2025 Go to aircargoweek
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WCS 2025: UAE promotes region’s role as a global hub
WCS 2025: UAE promotes region’s role as a global hub April 15, 2025 Go to aircargoweek
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Diana Shipping fixes out panamax to China Resource Chartering
Diana Shipping fixes out panamax to China Resource Chartering Greek bulker owner Diana Shipping has entered into a time charter contract with China Resource Chartering for one of its panamax vessels. The company hired the 2013-built, 77,901 dwt bulker Ismene. The gross charter rate is $11,000 per day, minus a 5% commission paid to third…
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DHT confirms disposal of Chinese-built tonnage
DHT confirms disposal of Chinese-built tonnage DHT Holdings, a New York-listed tanker giant, has confirmed the sale of two Chinese-built VLCCs. DHT said in a statement that it sold the 2011-built DHT Lotus and the DHT Peony for a combined price of $103m. Splash has previously cited broking sources that claimed that the company sold…
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The carriers most exposed by Trump’s trade war with China
The carriers most exposed by Trump’s trade war with China The chart below created by Linerlytica highlights the containerlines most exposed on the transpacific by the ongoing trade war initiated by Donald Trump, the American president, against China, that has effectively brought most business between the two largest economies in the world to a halt.…
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Singapore’s Vasi becomes first liner casualty of 2025
Singapore’s Vasi becomes first liner casualty of 2025 Vasi Shipping, a small Singaporean containership operator, has filed for bankruptcy. The company, founded 13 years ago, has $19m of debt owed to creditors. Previously, it operated on intra-Asia routes on three owned ships, all of which it has sold recently to try and pay back debts.…
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The steep learning curve America faces if it wants to return to previous shipyard glory days
The steep learning curve America faces if it wants to return to previous shipyard glory days The stats surrounding the steep learning curve the US faces if it wants to claw back any market share in shipbuilding are astonishing. Donald Trump, the American president, is taking steps to try and build back the country’s shipyards,…
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IATA maintains positive cargo outlook
IATA maintains positive cargo outlook IATA is maintaining a positive air cargo forecast and has stressed the majority of global trade is currently unaffected by the latest emerging tariff war Go to aircargonews
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IATA hits out at unrealistic SAF mandates
IATA hits out at unrealistic SAF mandates IATA is concerned that airlines will be left footing the bill if the sector cannot meet unrealistic sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) mandates Go to aircargonews
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Air cargo confident on e-commerce
Air cargo confident on e-commerce E-commerce will continue to be a growth market for air cargo thanks to emerging markets and ongoing consumer demand for speedy delivery Go to aircargonews
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US tariffs’ impact on freighter manufacturing unclear
US tariffs’ impact on freighter manufacturing unclear It’s not yet clear what impact US tariffs may have on freighter aircraft manufacturing at a time when there are delays affecting the modernisation of an ageing freighter fleet Go to aircargonews
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IATA hits out at unrealistic SAF mandates
IATA hits out at unrealistic SAF mandates IATA is concerned that airlines will be left footing the bill if the sector cannot meet unrealistic sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) mandates Go to aircargonews
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News / Air cargo watches and waits as trade chaos creates ‘slowbalisation’
News / Air cargo watches and waits as trade chaos creates ‘slowbalisation’ Air cargo is in a “wait-and-see moment”, as the industry tries to navigate through the … Go to loadstar
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Premium / ‘Tariff today, gone tomorrow’ taking transpac box trade to the brink
Premium / ‘Tariff today, gone tomorrow’ taking transpac box trade to the brink Comment: Is Trump taking us back to tramp shipping? Go to loadstar
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People / New senior management team for DSV as it readies for DB Schenker takeover
People / New senior management team for DSV as it readies for DB Schenker takeover Following its clearance by competition regulators to complete its acquisition of DB Schenker, Danish freight … Go to loadstar
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News / Backhaul blues and a gradual decline in liner schedule reliability
News / Backhaul blues and a gradual decline in liner schedule reliability Liner schedule reliability data continues to show the Gemini Cooperation achieving the highest on-time vessel … Go to loadstar
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News / Boost for US forwarders with Nvidia plan to move hi-tech production ‘stateside’
News / Boost for US forwarders with Nvidia plan to move hi-tech production ‘stateside’ News that Nvidia is to bring manufacturing of its AI infrastructure ‘stateside’ is a “significant … Go to loadstar
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MEPC 83’s net-zero framework by the numbers
MEPC 83’s net-zero framework by the numbers Opinions on the mid-term measures agreed at MEPC 83 have been aired, but what are the costs to shipowners? Gary Howard Go to seatrade maritime
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ZPMC completes Colombo container terminal crane project
ZPMC completes Colombo container terminal crane project Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries (ZPMC) sends last batch of cranes to Sri Lanka’s Colombo East Container Terminal. Go to seatrade maritime
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MEPC fails to incentivise scaling of alternative fuels
MEPC fails to incentivise scaling of alternative fuels Höegh Autoliners is preparing for a shift to e-fuels, while Transport & Environment worries MEPC 83 could incentivise the unsustainable forms of biofuel. Nick Savvides Go to seatrade maritime
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Norsepower to accelerate Rotor Sail production under CHIC MoU
Norsepower to accelerate Rotor Sail production under CHIC MoU Partners hope to build momentum in wind assisted propulsion innovation, production and installation. Gary Howard Go to seatrade maritime
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Ship recyclers likely to face influx of cheap Chinese steel
Ship recyclers likely to face influx of cheap Chinese steel Disparity in HKC preparations may reshape market later this year, while low prices for Chinese steel present a fresh challenge. Paul Bartlett Go to seatrade maritime
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USCG issues RFI for icebreaking Arctic Security Cutter
USCG issues RFI for icebreaking Arctic Security Cutter The U.S. Naval Institute (USNI) reported last month that the Trump administration’s final Fiscal Year 2025 spending bill could include a provision for a new Arctic Security Cutter program that would operate in parallel with the ongoing Polar Security Cutter icebreaker program. Now the Coast Guard has…
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MAN naval solutions selected for Indian Navy Fleet Support Ships
MAN naval solutions selected for Indian Navy Fleet Support Ships Hindustan Shipyard Ltd. (HSL), located in Visakhapatnam on the east coast of India, has awarded MAN Energy Solutions a significant contract for the supply of the main propulsion packages for five newbuild Fleet Support Ships (FSS) for the Indian Navy. The order covers the supply…
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USACE and USMMA partner to modernize Kings Point campus
USACE and USMMA partner to modernize Kings Point campus The U.S. Department of Transportation has announced that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) New York District and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) have entered into a long-term agreement for the revitalization and modernization of USMMA’s campus located in Kings Point, New York. The…
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Incat Crowther says new WETA ferries will be among world’s most technologically advanced
Incat Crowther says new WETA ferries will be among world’s most technologically advanced Designer Incat Crowther has released more details of the two 400-passenger battery-electric ferries recently ordered at Nichols Brothers Boat Builders by San Francisco’s Water Emergency Transportation Authority (WETA), the operator of the San Francisco Bay Ferry system. NBBB to build two battery-electric…
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Caribe Tankers to trial Inmarsat NexusWave
Caribe Tankers to trial Inmarsat NexusWave Houston-headquartered Caribe Tankers USA Inc. is to trial Inmarsat’s fully managed bonded connectivity service, NexusWave, on board the chemical tankers Caribe Maria and Caribe Luna. Inmarsat says that Caribe Tankers is looking for an ultra-reliable solution to best serve operational and crew connectivity. By combining multiple network underlays in…
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Valaris rig on the move as ExxonMobil’s drilling ops end in non-commercial gas volumes
Valaris rig on the move as ExxonMobil’s drilling ops end in non-commercial gas volumes ExxonMobil and QatarEnergy have wrapped up drilling activities off the coast of Cyprus, carried out with a drillship owned by Valaris, an offshore drilling contractor. The post Valaris rig on the move as ExxonMobil’s drilling ops end in non-commercial gas volumes…
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Gas uptick for Shell’s North Sea development project
Gas uptick for Shell’s North Sea development project Shell has disclosed better porosity and permeability than previously assumed for its natural gas discovery in the North Sea, which is situated on the UK Continental Shelf (UKCS). This led the firm’s partner, Deltic Energy, to reveal a boost in recoverable gas volumes from the project. The post…
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Korea-flagged geotechnical survey vessel in new guise hits the water (Gallery)
Korea-flagged geotechnical survey vessel in new guise hits the water (Gallery) Adira Renewables, the wholly-owned subsidiary of Singapore’s offshore services provider Kim Heng and Soiltech Engineering […] The post Korea-flagged geotechnical survey vessel in new guise hits the water (Gallery) appeared first on Offshore Energy. Nadja Skopljak Go to offshore energy biz
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Wilson’s bulker with wind-assisted propulsion begins service for aluminum producer
Wilson’s bulker with wind-assisted propulsion begins service for aluminum producer Norwegian shipping player Wilson has deployed its multi-purpose dry cargo ship retrofitted wind-assisted propulsion for compatriot aluminum producer Hydro. The post Wilson’s bulker with wind-assisted propulsion begins service for aluminum producer appeared first on Offshore Energy. Ajsa Habibic Go to offshore energy biz
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Construction kicks off on Carnival’s next LNG-powered Excel-class cruise ship
Construction kicks off on Carnival’s next LNG-powered Excel-class cruise ship Carnival Cruise Line, part of cruise giant Carnival Corporation, and German shipbuilder Meyer Werft […] The post Construction kicks off on Carnival’s next LNG-powered Excel-class cruise ship appeared first on Offshore Energy. Sara Kosmajac Go to offshore energy biz
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Mega carriers ceding market share to new entrants on India-Med trade
Mega carriers ceding market share to new entrants on India-Med trade Sources at some of the big liners say there’s been a noticeable decline in their traditional India-Mediterranean volumes due to the new competition taking advantage of Red Sea-linked shipping dislocations that have created a “new normal” operating environment. Go to journal of commerce
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Last regulatory hurdles cleared for DSV takeover of DB Schenker
Last regulatory hurdles cleared for DSV takeover of DB Schenker With the integration now set to begin, DSV has announced a round of executive appointments with candidates promoted from within both DSV and DB Schenker. Go to journal of commerce
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Tariff uncertainty pushing up transportation costs at US-Mexico border
Tariff uncertainty pushing up transportation costs at US-Mexico border US importers and their Mexican logistics and customs partners are experiencing longer wait times when northbound shipments arrive at border towns, and that’s inevitably raising transportation costs and leading to supply chain disruptions. Go to journal of commerce
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Crowley’s First Avance Class Vessel Begins Maiden Commercial Voyage
Crowley’s First Avance Class Vessel Begins Maiden Commercial Voyage Image Credits: Crowley Crowley’s new LNG-powered containership Quetzal has successfully begun its inaugural commercial voyage, opening the company’s next era of faster, frequent ocean shipping with a new class of vessels for the U.S., Central America and the Dominican Republic. With capacity for up to 1,400…
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China’s Busiest Ports See A Steep Drop In US-Bound Shipments Amid Tariff War
China’s Busiest Ports See A Steep Drop In US-Bound Shipments Amid Tariff War Image for representation purpose only The escalating tariff war between the United States and China is causing significant disruptions in key Chinese ports. As of this week, major shipping terminals in Shanghai and Guangdong, which usually handle a large portion of China’s…
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500,000 Barrels Of Oil Forced To Offload In Venezuela After Export Permit Cancelled
500,000 Barrels Of Oil Forced To Offload In Venezuela After Export Permit Cancelled Image for representation purpose only A tanker chartered by Chevron is about to complete offloading nearly 500,000 barrels of Venezuelan oil at a local port after Venezuela’s state-run oil firm PDVSA ordered the cargo to be returned. Per shipping data and a…