Kongsberg Discovery Announces Passive Acoustic Technology
Kongsberg Discovery is targeting a global roll out of advanced passive acoustic technology, helping markets such as the oil, gas and naval sectors detect operational anomalies from the outset, safeguarding critical subsea assets and environments. The push comes with the full integration of Naxys Technologies into the company, following on from its acquisition in January this year.Naxys has forged a position as Norwayās leading innovator in passive acousticsā¦
PALFINGER MARINE Secures Repeat Order for Japanās New FFM-Class Multirole Frigates
Building on the successful delivery of the Slipway Systems for all twelve Mogami-class Multirole Frigates, PALFINGER has again been selected to supply its technology for Japanās next-generation FFM-class Multirole Frigates. PALFINGERās stern launch and recovery systems are designed to optimize the deployment and retrieval of USVs and boats during naval operations, offering efficient and dependable solutions tailored to the needs of Governmentalā¦
Yara Clean Ammonia Signs Contract for Duel-Fuel Medium Gas Carriers
Yara Clean Ammonia (YCA), the worldās largest ammonia distributor, has signed a long-term shipping contract with Navigator Amon Shipping, securing access to two vessels that will strengthen YCAās position as a global leader in the low-emission ammonia market.The two modern medium gas carriers (MGCs), each with 51,000 cbm capacity, are equipped with dual-fuel engines and ice-class notation. They will provide reliableā¦
Fincantieri, PGZ Join Forces for Modernization of Polish Navy
Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri and Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa (PGZ), Polish state-owned defense group, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to co-operate on the modernization of Polish Navy and explore opportunities in wider naval defense market.The MoU establishes a framework for strategic collaboration aimed at supporting the modernization of the Polish Navy, with a particular focus on the ORKA submarine acquisition program.Under the agreementā¦
Cadeler Sets Up New Taipei Office as it Targets Asia-Pacific Market
Danish offshore wind installation firm Cadeler has opened new, expanded offices in Taiwan's capital Taipei, underscoring the companyās focus on strengthening client collaboration and long-term growth in the Asia-Pacific region.With the opening of this new office, Cadeler has reinforced its position to pursue and deliver offshore wind projects across the many growing markets in the region, from Taiwanās well-developed offshore wind sector to emerging hubs such as Vietnamā¦
MODEC Finds Partner for FPSO and Maritime Projects in Africa
MODEC has signed a co-operation agreement with Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), Africaās major infrastructure solutions provider, to collaborate on floating production, storage, and offloading (FPSO) projects as well as other maritime infrastructure projects in Africa.MODEC has extensive African experience, having delivered 11 FPSOs/FSOs/MOPU/TLPs in West Africa in the past.Currently MODEC is providing charter service for FPSO Prof.
ABB and Wallenius Marine Establish Digital JV
ABB and shipping company Wallenius Marine have formally established a new joint venture based in Stockholm, Sweden, to expand their OVERSEAā¢ collaboration.Launched in September 2022 as a collaboration between ABB and Wallenius Marine, OVERSEAā¢ is a combined digital solution and āfleet-support-center-as-a-serviceā offering designed to help ship owners, operators, and managers enhance the efficiencyā¦
Houthis Claim Responsibility for Attack on Israeli-Linked Tanker
Yemen's Houthis said on Monday they launched a missile towards the Israeli-owned tanker Scarlet Ray near Saudi Arabia's Red Sea port city of Yanbu in a rare attack off the Saudi coast.The Liberia-flagged vessel's Singapore-based manager, Eastern Pacific Shipping, owned by Israeli magnate Idan Ofer, said the chemical tanker was undamaged and under the command of its captain."We are aware of security reports alleging that our managed vessel Scarlet Ray was the target of a suspected Houthi attackā¦
EU Mulls 10-Year Tax Holiday for Shipping Fuels
European Union countries are considering a 10-year delay to the introduction of EU-wide taxes on aviation and shipping fuels as they seek to push long-delayed energy tax reforms over the line, a draft document seen by Reuters showed.The European Commission proposed an overhaul of energy tax rules in 2021 to align with efforts to limit climate change. This included gradually introducing taxes on CO2-emitting fuels for flights and shipping within the 27-nation blocā¦
Venezuela's Maduro Says US Seeking Regime Change with Naval Build-Up
The United States is seeking a regime change in his country with a naval deployment in the Caribbean, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro said on Monday in a rare press conference.Tensions between the United States and Venezuela have risen in recent weeks amid a large U.S. naval buildup in the Southern Caribbean and nearby waters, which U.S. officials say aims to address threats from Latin American drug cartels.U.S.
WinGD Joins Methane Abatement Initiative for LNG-Fueled Ships
Engine developer WinGD has joined the Methane Abatement in Maritime Innovation Initiative (MAMII), becoming the first engine developer to become a partner in the growing cross-sector push to better understand and address methane from LNG-fueled ships.LNG, primarily methane, can play a role in reducing shipping emissions. But its climate benefits depend on methane being effectively managed. Proven technologies for onboard methane abatement are emergingā¦
Tanker and Bulk Carrier Collide in Malaysia
Singapore-registered tanker Marine Dynamo and a Malta-registered bulk carrier Flag Gangos have collided south of Tanah Merah in Malaysia.Both vessels are stable, following the incident that occurred in the early hours of September 1, the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) informed.Light oil sheens have been sighted in the vicinity of Marine Dynamo. The Master of Marine Dynamo reported thatā¦
