26 April
Every year, an estimated 14 million tonnes of used plastics end up in the world’s waterways and, finally, the ocean. These plastics entangle wildlife, break down into hard-to-remove microplastics, and litter our human and natural environments. Torqeedo GmbH, the world’s leading manufacturer of electric and hybrid drives for the marine market, is taking the next
2 May
Wescom Group’s new First Aid Kits have now received Certificate of Type Approvals from Lloyds Register. The ANP Pharma branded products are the culmination of internal investment expanding Wescom Group’s UK pharmaceutical distribution facilities in Basildon, UK, to enable the development of SOLAS and Category C first aid kits for the marine sector. The approval
3 May
The evolving Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) agenda is not merely a prerequisite for operating in the dry bulk shipping industry of the 21st century; it is a roadmap for thriving amidst challenges and securing sustainable success, says The International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners (INTERCARGO). Summarising INTERCARGO’s newly published ESG Review, Kostas Gkonis, INTERCARGO
3 May
Höegh LNG Holdings Ltd. (Höegh LNG) has announced an agreement between Höegh LNG, Australian Industrial Energy Pty Ltd (AIE) and Egyptian Natural Gas Holding Company (EGAS) for the deployment of the Floating Storage and Regasification Unit (FSRU) Hoegh Galleon. The aim of the deployment is to support energy security in Egypt. Hoegh Galleon will be
8 May
Forum Energy Technologies, Inc. (FET) has announced that its Subsea Technologies product line secured a contract from AQUA Exploracion for one of its Ultra Compact Perry XLX-C work-class remotely operated vehicles (ROV). The XLX-C will be equipped with a comprehensive spare parts package to optimise performance and reliability. The ROV will complement and increase the
8 May
Sustainable technology firm, Recycl8, has completed its first commercial project with Port of Aberdeen. The Aberdeenshire-based company, in conjunction with Inverurie Pre-cast, was responsible for manufacturing concrete blocks for defence at the South Breakwater of the North Harbour as well as slipway repairs for the port. The Aberdeenshire-headquartered firm was chosen for the project due
9 May
Qatar Gas Transport Company Limited (Nakilat) has announced the signing of a long-term agreement to charter and operate nine QC-Max class LNG vessels, as part of QatarEnergy’s program to expand its fleet of LNG carriers. The agreement was signed by His Excellency Mr. Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi, the Minister of State for Energy Affairs, President and
14 May
Advent eModal (AeM), the world’s largest port community system serving the intermodal supply chain, has announced that Packer Avenue Marine Terminal, operated by Greenwich Terminals LLC and a part of Holt Logistics Corp., has expanded its use of AeM’s eModal Community Portal with the deployment of PreGate at the Port of Philadelphia. The addition of
17 May
DESMI has reported 2023 as a landmark year. Despite experiencing an expected market contraction in the ballast water management system business, which in the recent years has accounted for a significant portion of its revenue, the company has outperformed its expectations. The upcoming regulatory deadline for retrofit of ballast water management systems on certain marine
17 May
Pres-Vac Engineering has announced the successful certification of its innovative high-velocity methanol valves, setting new standards in the construction of dual-fuel vessels. These valves, essential for the safety and efficiency of methanol tank systems, are now certified under the IMO 1621 standard among other rigorous regulatory benchmarks. The newly certified valves enable greater flexibility in
17 May
Marlink, the leading smart network and digital solutions company, is expanding its global service support network in strategic maritime locations to better serve its growing customer base with its innovative portfolio of digital solutions. Marlink has consistently increased its share of the maritime, energy and offshore markets. The expansion of service capabilities reflects the need
24 May
The Panama Canal Authority ordered 10 hybrid tractor tugboats from European shipbuilder, Astilleros Armón, with options for another 10 similar vessels, and Corvus Energy will supply the battery systems for the hybrid-electric vessels. The Panama Canal Authority / Astilleros Armón contract signed in October 2023 was valued at US$150M total for the first 10 vessels,
24 May
Avantis, a leader in engineering and service solutions, together with Zamakona Yards, known for its extensive yard facilities, has announced a strategic collaboration aimed at enhancing yard stay solutions for the marine and drilling contracting industry. This partnership is set to redefine service offerings by combining Avantis’ engineering prowess with Zamakona’s state-of-the-art facilities, catering to
24 May
A landmark Business Collaboration Agreement has been agreed between global mooring solutions expert, First Marine Solutions and Horizon Ocean Management, Ltd. (HOM) – a subsidiary joint venture between Japanese industrial giant, Mitsui and the country’s leading turbine maintenance company, Hokutaku. The Agreement will see the development of mooring strategy-related services for the floating offshore wind
28 May
Digitalising processes makes shipping more flexible, efficient and eco-friendly. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is playing role of growing importance in these efforts. Companies from across the globe will target the topic at the AI CENTER as part of the leading international maritime trade fair in Hamburg, where innovative start-ups will showcase their solutions. Under the heading
28 May
WEC Lines announced that in April this year, WEC Lines Ibero opened a new office in Figuiera da Foz, Portugal. Through this development, WEC Lines aims to strengthen local presence and provide an enhanced service to support client demand. Opening this office is another exciting milestone in the company’s journey towards expanding its service offerings
31 May
Marlink, the leading smart network and digital solutions company, has hit a milestone in sales of LEO solutions, with more than 3,200 LEO terminals sold for integration into hybrid networks or deployed standalone. Shipping companies are increasingly turning to the high throughput, low latency service for crew welfare services and business purposes. But operators are
31 May
Alewijnse has opened the doors of a new service facility just outside Barcelona, which is recognised as one of the leading centres for superyacht repair and refit in the Mediterranean region. With this strategic move, the electrical system integrator can now offer even better and faster electrical services on board all types of motor and
7 June
Athens-based Franman, a leading representative and supplier of premium equipment, parts, products and high-quality services to the shipping industry, has been appointed as the exclusive agent for Greece and Cyprus, by Saudi Arabia’s International Maritime Industries (IMI), the largest full-service shipyard in the MENA region. In detail The agreement makes Franman the sole agent responsible
7 June
CAPITAL GAS, ERMA FIRST and BABCOCK signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) to install a pioneering Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) system, CARBON FIT, on board four new liquefied carbon dioxide (LCO2) carriers. Due for delivery by South Korean shipbuilder Hyundai Mipo Dockyard in 2026, the 22,000cbm LCO2 carriers will join the Capital Gas managed
7 June
Specialists in commercial pontoon and crew transfer vessel berthing, Inland & Coastal Marina Systems aims to highlight its Get Onboard Safely message at Seawork 2024, Europe’s largest on-water commercial marine and workboat exhibition. Taking place between 11 -13 June, the show is celebrating 25 years of bringing marine professionals together on and off the water
14 June
Avantis Group, a leading global service provider in the maritime & offshore industries, has announced a strategic cooperation with T.J. Giavridis Marine Services, an organisation renowned for its comprehensive services for the shipping sector. This partnership aims to provide enhanced support and services to Greek shipowners, strengthening their capabilities in repair, retrofits and upgrades worldwide.
14 June
Danelec has become the first Voyage Data Recorder (VDR) manufacturer to receive new DNV Cyber Security Type Approval for IACS UR E27, for its advanced DM100 VDR platform. This significant milestone underscores the Danish maritime safety and digital technology company’s commitment to providing best-in-class solutions for maritime safety and operational performance. The International Association of
14 June
Seatrium Limited and GE Vernova Inc. announced that they have been awarded a third contract by TenneT TSO B.V. for the construction of a 2GW High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) electric offshore transmission system in the Netherlands. The project is slated to begin this month, with commissioning expected by 2031. This contract is part of
17 June
WEC Lines has announced that from 29 June 2024, the company will launch a direct, weekly service with short transit times connecting Portugal and Spain with Ireland and the United Kingdom in one seamless, fully controlled operation. The new weekly service will be performed by an 812-TEU owned vessel in a fixed-day rotation, departing Bilbao
21 June
Wescom Group is celebrating the success of newly launched products with the sMRT ALERT winning the Innovation Award for Safety and Training category at Seawork. This follows its special mention DAME Award at METS (Marine Equipment Trade Show) in Amsterdam. The sMRT ALERT is recognised as the first UK manufactured AIS MOB which meets the
21 June
SMST has been awarded a contract by Cochin Shipyard Ltd for the delivery of a gangway (Telescopic Access Bridge L2) and a 5t Motion Compensated Crane. The mission equipment is to be installed on a North Star hybrid-electric service operation vessel (SOV) based on VARD 407 design. The walk-to-work vessel will operate at the He
28 June
The launch of crew transfer vessel (CTV) M/V Generater adds to a new series designed for the US market, built upon many years of Northern Offshore Services’ (N-O-S) experience in the rough European waters. M/V Generater is vessel number two in the G-Class vessel series, designed to transport offshore wind technicians and equipment to the
28 June
After months of preparation, Blue World Technologies has announced the successful testing of the world’s first 200 kW high-temperature PEM fuel cell module. The test was completed at the newly established test facilities in connection to the Blue Aalborg Factory, where the fuel cells for the system are produced. The initial testing has been completed
28 June
Forum Energy Technologies (FET) has secured a contract from a major North American ocean research facility to supply an electric observation-class ROV. This further reinforces the organisation’s commitment to exploring the deep sea. The Mohican ROV system will help document sea floor communities and species of interest at various depths up to 2,000m. Anticipated