Siemens, Compute Maritime Partner on Generative AI for Ship Design
Siemens Digital Industries Software announced a collaboration with Compute Maritime (CML) to revolutionize ship design and simulation and push the boundaries of generative AI in the ship design industry. The project focuses on connecting Compute Maritime’s flagship platform for vessel design and optimization, NeuralShipper, with Siemens’ Simcenter™ STAR-CCM+™ software for Computational Fluid Dynamics…
SGS Completes In-Water Thruster Install, Rudder Bushing Replacement
Subsea Global Solutions has executed a complex in-water thruster installation and rudder bushing replacement, eliminating the need for drydocking.Initially planned for drydock, the repairs were expedited in water when drydocking availability did not align with the vessel’s operational needs. The project was executed in Portland, Oregon, with support from multiple Subsea Global Solutions locations, including Long Beach, Port Angeles, Miami, and Houston.
Golar Sells LNGC Golar Arctic, Exits LNG Shipping Sector
Golar LNG Limited sold the 2003 built steam turbine LNG carrier, Golar Arctic for $24 million before transaction-related expenses, wit the transaction expected to close, and the vessel is to be handed over to its new owner within Q1 2025. Following the vessel sale, Golar will have fully exited its legacy shipping business.The LNG carrier Fuji LNG discharged its final cargo as an LNG carrier in January 2025 and has now arrived in China…
Obituary: Karl Kenny, Founder, Kraken Robotics
Kraken Robotics Inc. announced the passing of founder and former CEO, Karl Kenny on February 11, 2025, at the age of 64. Karl founded Kraken in 2012 and was instrumental in building the company into a leading player in subsea robotics over his 10-year tenure, before retiring in December 2022. “An ideas man and a builder, Karl’s energy was as relentless as his passion to compete against the bigger industry players,” said Greg Reid, President and CEO of Kraken Robotics.
GasLog Selects Propulsion Analytics for Fleet Digital Engine Management
Gaslog, owner, operator and manager of 35 LNG carriers and one FSRU, has selected Propulsion Analytics to develop a customized version of the Engine Hyper Cube platform tailored specifically for its fleet.The platform will be enabled by Kongsberg Digital’s Vessel Insight cloud infrastructure.It builds on Propulsion Analytics’ core Engine Hyper Cube application, which performs continuous engine performance…
Damen Launches New Range of Naval Support Vessels
Damen Shipyards Group has announced the introduction of a new range of naval support vessels, set to improve replenishment and logistical capabilities.The Logistics Support Ship (LSS) series will play an important role in extending the operational reach of naval forces, enabling sustained deployment and enhancing logistical support capabilities.The LSS range consists of two vessel types, the LSS 9000 and LSS 11000…
Kongsberg Maritime Unveils New Mooring Installation Solution for OSVCs
Kongsberg Maritime has developed a mooring capable solution for Offshore Construction Vessels (OSCVs), expanding the capabilities of construction vessels to make them suitable for pre-laying of mooring lines.By integrating a purpose designed anchor handling winch, shark jaws and stern rollers into the design of OSCVs at the newbuild stage, vessel owners can now equip their ships to perform a broader range of mooring operations…
BP Picks Seatrium for Tiber Floating Production Unit
Seatrium and BP have signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in preparation for a second project, the Tiber Floating Production Unit (FPU), in the U.S. Gulf of America.Under the MOU for the Tiber project, Seatrium would provide services to carry out the engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning (EPCC) of an FPU designed to support the development of BP’s deepwater assets in the U.S.
Stena Line Urged to Stop Transporting Unweaned Calves
Ethical Farming Ireland has followed up a July 2024 open letter to Stena Line CEO Niclas Martensson with another signed by 18 NGOs across Europe asking the company to stop the export of unweaned calves from Ireland on its vessels.Every year, tens of thousands of calves - as young as 15-days-old - are sent on long journeys to mainland Europe. Most end up in inhumane veal farms in the Netherlands, says the NGO.Calves travel from Rosslare to Cherbourg port in crowded trucks.
Cross-Industry Collaboration Aims for Seafarer Certification App
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), Lloyd’s Register OneOcean (LROO) and the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) of the Republic of the Philippines Department of Transportation, have agreed to explore the integration of seafarer certification systems and to develop a mobile phone app.The aim is to test the feasibility of a digital system where all seafarer certificates can be securely stored and consolidated…
Misunderstanding of Hydraulics and Guidance Contributed to Steering Failure
Container ship operator CMA CGM is revising steering guidance across its fleet after ambiguous procedures contributed to one of its ships colliding with a navigational beacon in the Yarra River, Victoria, Australia, an ATSB investigation report notes.Departing the Port of Melbourne on 25 May 2023 under the conduct of a harbor pilot, container ship CMA CGM Puccini contacted the navigational beacon after…
Drydock Avoided with In-Water Dry Environment Repairs
Subsea Global Solutions has successfully executed a complex in-water thruster installation and rudder bushing replacement, eliminating the need for drydocking and ensuring the vessel remained on schedule.Originally planned for drydock, the repairs were expedited in-water when drydocking availability did not align with the vessel’s operational needs. Subsea Global Solutions was selected based on its…
Canaveral Port Supports US Space Program
In remarks delivered to the National Space Club Florida Committee, Canaveral Port Authority CEO Capt. John Murray outlined the Port’s long-standing historical support of America’s space program in the Cape Canaveral area.“Port Canaveral has been part of space operations since 1956. But, since the end of the shuttle program, we now see a uniquely different space enterprise,” Murray said. “The industry…
Only One Bid, DEME, for Argentina River Dredge Contract
Belgian company DEME Group was the sole firm to bid in the Argentine government's tender for a major maintenance contract for the Parana waterway, a key route for grains transport, the government said on Wednesday.The bid could mark a major shakeup in dredging the river, part of a route from inland areas of Paraguay, Bolivia and southern Brazil out to sea. Argentina ships out some 80% of its massive…
Marine Fuel Sales Soar After Red Sea Diversions
Global marine fuel sales jumped in 2024 after attacks by Yemen's Houthis starting in late 2023 prompted most shipping companies to divert vessels around southern Africa rather than through the Red Sea, according to data and analysts.Singapore bunker volumes logged fresh highs of 54.92 million metric tons in 2024, or about 955,000 barrels per day (bpd), while sales at United Arab Emirates' Fujairah posted the first annual uptick after a downtrend for several years.Rotterdam marine fuel sales rose
Indian Prime Minister, French President Visit CMA CGM HQ
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron visited the CMA CGM Group headquarters in Marseille during Modi’s state visit to France. Rodolphe Saadé, Chairman and CEO of CMA CGM, welcomed both leaders for discussions on strengthening economic ties and advancing the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC).With a 34-year presence in India and 17,000 employees, CMA CGM connects the country to global markets through 19 weekly maritime services.
AMNT Takes RAmbler 1400 Mooring Vessels to Assist Port Ops
AMMAN Mineral Nusa Tenggara (AMNT), a subsidiary of PT Amman Mineral Internasional Tbk, has added two new RAmbler 1400 mooring boats, Amman Khatulistiwa 01 and Amman Khatulistiwa 02, to its fleet. Built by PT Dumas Shipyard in Surabaya and supervised by PT IMEC International Services, these vessels will operate at Benete Port, West Nusa Tenggara, supporting mooring operations for LNG ships, as well as line towing…
Philippines Wants to Add More Submarines
The Philippines is looking to buy more military hardware to modernize its arsenal, including additional BrahMos missiles from India and at least two submarines, the chief of the armed forces said.The Philippines is on the third phase of its modernisation program called "Horizons". It has earmarked $35 billion for the buildup over the next decade as it aims to counter China's military might in the region."It's a dream for us to get at least two submarines…
Swire Shipping Expands in Japan
Swire Shipping commemorated the relocation of its Tokyo office to new premises in Minato-ku, central Tokyo, with a celebration attended by over 120 guests. Located in the Atago Green Hills MORI tower, the new office marks Swire Shipping’s expanding presence in Japan and its commitment to the Japanese market and customers.In attendance was Swire Shipping Chairman, Sam Swire, who took the opportunity…
DNV Releases Guidance for Ship Recycling
With the Hong Kong Convention (HKC) set to take effect on June 26, 2025, shipowners must comply with new regulations on safe and environmentally responsible ship recycling. DNV’s latest guidance, “Safe and Green Recycling for Shipowners,” outlines compliance with both the HKC and EU Ship Recycling Regulations (EU SRR).As thousands of ships approach end-of-life, the IMO’s HKC aims to ensure safer and more sustainable recycling, protecting workers and the environment from hazardous materials.
