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MOL Completes the Acquisition of Shares of Making Gearbulk a Consolidated Subsidiary
TOKYO-Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL) has announced that on January 20, 2025, after obtaining approval from the relevant authorities under the competition law, it acquired 72% of the shares of its equity method affiliate Gearbulk Holding AG, making …
Jan 22, 2025 / Curious
Carisbrooke Shipping Supports £30 Million Drive for Green Maritime Innovation
Carisbrooke Shipping welcomes the UK government’s latest £30 million investment in maritime decarbonisation, reinforcing the industry’s shift towards cleaner, more sustainable operations. As part of the Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition …
Jan 22, 2025 / Vessels
ABS Approves Innovative Hydrogen Vacuum Insulation System from HD KSOE
HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) has received ABS approval in principle (AIP) for a tank design that enables large-scale hydrogen transport and storage. The vacuum insulation system from HD KSOE is designed to reduce the …
Jan 22, 2025 / Curious
Windsor Port Authority Strengthens US-Canada Border Waterway Safety and Security with Axis Communications Surveillance Technology
Cutting-edge camera and radar technologies monitor river traffic to protect all who pass through Windsor Port Authority, one of just 17 national ports created by the 1999 Canada Marine Act, has enhanced waterway safety and security across its …
Jan 22, 2025 / Curious
Stena RoRo takes delivery of RoRo ship Giuseppe Lucchesi
Stena RoRo has expanded its fleet with the purchase of the RoRo ship Giuseppe Lucchesi. The ship will be renamed the Stena Shipper and fly the Danish flag. In connection with the transaction, Stena RoRo is taking over a contract with the Tunisian …
Jan 21, 2025 / Vessels
FLNG Gimi Received First Gas From the GTA Field
Golar LNG Limited (Golar) has announced that on January 18, 2025, FLNG Gimi received feed gas from the bp operated FPSO on the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (“GTA”) project offshore Mauritania and Senegal. Full commissioning of the FLNG has now …
Jan 21, 2025 / Vessels
SEFE and Höegh Evi to develop international clean hydrogen supply chains
SEFE Securing Energy for Europe and marine infrastructure provider Höegh Evi have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly develop international supply chains for clean hydrogen to be delivered to Germany and other locations in Europe. …
Jan 21, 2025 / Curious
Berge Rederi and Norsepower partner up to launch two cutting-edge general cargo vessels for harsh conditions
The 130-metre vessels, designed to operate with maximum efficiency and minimal environmental impact, represent the future of sustainable maritime innovation. In addition to Norsepower Rotor Sails, the ships will feature battery packs and shaft …
Jan 20, 2025 / Curious
Holland Shipyards Group to complete advanced Construction Support Vessel for Chevalier Floatels
Holland Shipyards Group announces the start of an exciting new project: the completion and outfitting of a cutting-edge Construction Support Vessel (CSV) for Chevalier Floatels. The impressive 110-meter long vessel recently arrived at Werkendam, …
Jan 20, 2025 / Curious
AtoB@C Shipping adds six 5,900 dwt eco-vessels to its fleet
AtoB@C Shipping continues its fleet renewal by adding six low-emission newbuildings to its fleet between 2025 and 2027 after securing long-term time charter contracts with German shipowner BAAS Shipping from Hamburg. The 5,900 dwt ice class 1A …
Jan 20, 2025 / Vessels