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NeptuneZero proudly announces its official membership as an Associate Member of INTERCARGO (The International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners). INTERCARGO is a leading international association committed to promoting safety, operational efficiency, high-quality standards, and the protection of the marine environment within the dry bulk shipping sector. By joining INTERCARGO, NeptuneZero reaffirms its mission to support …

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The Nautical Institute, the largest international organisation of maritime professionals, has announced the official creation of its new branch in France. This historic initiative aims to promote the highest standards of professionalism, safety, inclusion and competence within the French maritime sector. The establishment of the France Branch is a major step in promoting best practice …

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United European Car Carriers (UECC) has gained official certification for Scope 3 emissions savings of 2379 tonnes of CO2e in 2024 on vehicle shipments with Ford of Europe through bunkering of biofuels on vessels operating in its European trading network. “Validation of emissions reductions achieved through using UECC’s transport services is important for our customers …

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Norway-based ship designer HAV Design has appointed Richard Schofield as its new Managing Director. Schofield has 20 years’ management experience from maritime industries. He has held leadership roles at maritime suppliers Kongsberg Evotec and Vard Electro, at aquaculture industry supplier Optimar, and at ship designer Ulstein Design & Solutions. Schofield started his career at defence …

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WEC Lines announced that the carrier has revamped the existing UK IE Spain service, renamed NWC Spain, running from Le Havre and Bilbao into the UK and Ireland into a weekly service while adding Antwerp, Montoir-de-Bretagne and Gijón to the rotation. WEC Lines has started running the NWC Spain service. By adding a second vessel …

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Malgorzata (Gosha) Kolton will join Hempel as Executive Vice President & Head of Marine on 1 January 2026, bringing with her extensive international leadership Hempel A/S is happy to announce the appointment of Gosha Kolton as Executive Vice President & Head of Marine, effective 1 January 2026. Commenting on the appointment, Michael Hansen, Group President …

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Seatrium Offshore Technology Pte Ltd (SOT), a wholly owned subsidiary of Seatrium Limited (Seatrium or the Group), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), India’s largest Shipbuilder and Ship Repairer, to strengthen cooperation in the offshore sector across India and Asia. Under the MoU, SOT and CSL will combine their …

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The Switch, a leading supplier of permanent magnet shaft generators, celebrates its 500th shaft generator order. This milestone underscores the company’s pivotal role in supporting the maritime industry’s transition to cleaner, more efficient shipping. “Reaching 500 orders is a milestone not just for The Switch, but for the shipping industry as a whole,” said Jussi …

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ZF is extending its pod propulsion range with the new POD 4900. Designed for larger commercial and recreational vessels measuring up to 150 feet, the system is compatible with engines up to 2,000 HP at 2,450 RPM. Through close cooperation among the three companies, ZF’s POD 4900 will first launch onboard the Azimut Grande 30M …

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BRIX Marine has announced the delivery of Airmid, a 3814-CTC-SWA Classic Tunnel Catamaran with starboard walkaround, built as part of the company’s RecPro lineup. The 38-foot vessel has been completed and delivered to its homeport in Kodiak, Alaska. Airmid is powered by twin Yamaha XTO 425 horsepower outboards, with Helm Master EX joystick steering and …

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