Kongsberg Bags Equipment Supply Order for DOF’s New OSV
Kongsberg Maritime has secured a contract to supply an integrated package of equipment for a new Offshore Support Vessel (OSV) being built for ship owner DOF.The new 110-meter OSV, with a capacity to accommodate 164 people, is designed by MMC Ship Design and constructed at CRIST shipyard in Gdynia in Poland. The vessel will operate offshore Newfoundland, known for its harsh environmental conditions.It will be equipped with a comprehensive range of Kongsberg Maritime systems…
NYK, Partners to Develop Renewable Energy-Powered Floating Data Center
NYK Line, NTT FACIITIES, Eurus Energy Holdings Corporation, MUFG Bank, and the city of Yokohama have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for a demonstration project of an offshore green data center, utilizing a mini-float installed as a disaster countermeasure.On a mini-float, spanning 25 meters in length and 80 meters in width, installed off Osanbashi Pier in Yokohama City, the partners will…
Crowley to Install LNG-Fueled Microgrid at Puerto Rico Terminal
Crowley, the longest-serving U.S. logistics provider in Puerto Rico, is enhancing the resiliency of its Isla Grande logistics terminal in San Juan with the installation of a microgrid fueled by liquefied natural gas (LNG).The innovative energy system will provide a reliable power supply tailored to support the terminal’s daily operations, such as powering its terminal equipment, refrigerated containers…
MPCC, NCL, Elkem Christen Dual-Fuel Methanol Container Ship
MPC Container Ships (MPCC), in partnership with North Sea Container Line (NCL) and Elkem, have christened the NCL VESTLAND, the first of two dual-fuel 1,300 TEU newbuildings to be delivered in 2025The ceremony marks the start of the vessel’s service between Western, Central and Northern Norway and Rotterdam.The container feeder vessel is the first of two MPCC dual-fuel 1,300 TEU newbuildings to be delivered in 2025…
GTT Books Tank Design Order of Two New VLECs
French engineering firm GTT has received an order from an Asian shipyard for the tank design of two new very large ethane carriers (VLECsi) on behalf of an Asian ship-owner.The total tank capacity of each of these two ethane carriers will be 100,000 m3 and the tanks will be fitted with GTT’s Mark III membrane containment system.Delivery of the vessels is scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2028.
China Carries Out Live Fire Drills Near Taiwan
China's military held long-range live-fire drills in the East China Sea on Wednesday in an escalation of ongoing drills around Taiwan, saying it was practicing precision strikes on port and energy facilities but with no details on the exact location.The exercises follow a rise in Chinese rhetoric against Taiwan President Lai Ching-te, who China called a "parasite" on Tuesday, and come on the heels of U.S.
ABS Expands Singapore Footprint
Increasing demand from shipowners for ABS services in Singapore has prompted ABS to invest in an expanded regional head office housing research and development capabilities.The Science Park Drive facility will also include a new Operation Support Center to support expanded remote survey capabilities in the Pacific region.“ABS has been investing in ensuring our capabilities in Singapore are cutting edge and able to support our clients’ rapidly evolving needs.
Castoldi Turbodrive Waterjets Chosen for Patrol Vessels
Italian waterjet systems company Castoldi has announced recent successful sea trials for two patrol vessels equipped with dual installations of the latest Castoldi Turbodrive 400 HCT waterjets.One newbuidings has been built for the Italian Coastguard, the other for fisheries patrol duties in the North Sea, Germany.The new 16-meter patrol vessel for the Italian Coastguard recently exceeded its design brief in an early sea trial, said Giacomo Castoldi, owner at Castoldi.
TBS Safety and NeboFleet Team Up to Automate Workboat Log Books
TBS Safety has partnered with NeboFleet, a leader in high-frequency GPS tracking solutions for workboats and barges, to provide fleet operators with highly accurate voyage tracking designed to increase operational efficiency.“Location tracking is critical, but maritime businesses need more — they need data that drives decisions and information that increases efficiency across the fleet,” said NeboFleet’s Stephen Winter.
Maritime Laboratory Established at University of Osaka
The University of Osaka, in collaboration with Imabari Shipbuilding, Japan Marine United Corporation, ClassNK and MTI will establish the Open Collaboration Laboratory for Enabling Advanced Marine Systems (OCEANS) at the University of Osaka in April 2025.Nihon Shipyard (NYS), a sales and design company owned by Imabari Shipbuilding and Japan Marine United Corporation (JMU), will also participate in…
DNV Maritime Appoints New Global Cruise Segment Director
DNV has appointed Robert Galinski as Global Cruise Segment Director, with effect from January 1, 2025.“We are pleased to welcome Robert Galinski back to DNV,” says Trond Hodne, Business Director, DNV Maritime. “His extensive experience and strong industry relationships will be instrumental as we continue to further strengthen our position in the cruise sector. His leadership will play a vital role…
LNG Critical to Energy Transition Says Lloyd’s Register
Lloyd’s Register’s (LR) latest Fuel for Thought report states that LNG remains the dominant alternative marine fuel readily available to the shipping industry. The report highlights LNG’s growing adoption, its cost-effectiveness under tightening emissions regulations and the urgent need to address methane slip to ensure its future as a viable low-carbon fuel.Fuel for Thought: LNG reveals a significant resurgence in orders for LNG-capable vessels…
Eni, Fincantieri and RINA Assess Alternative Fuel Trajectories
Eni, Fincantieri and RINA have produced a new report: “Sustainable Maritime Transport Outlook” which is focused on the maritime sector and developed with the technical support of Bain & Company Italy.The study aims to contribute to accelerating the decarbonization of the maritime transport sector, in line with the Net Zero target for 2050. It forms part of the broader framework of the agreement signed on March 25…
DOE Removes Barriers for LNG Export Commencement Date Extensions
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has rescinded a Biden-era policy statement that required authorized LNG exporters to meet stringent criteria before the agency would consider a request to extend a commencement date for an approved project.This policy statement added unnecessary red tape to the extensive LNG export permitting process and made it more difficult for operators of approved projects to obtain necessary extensions…
Methanol Tops March Orders for Alternative Fueled Vessels
Latest figures from DNV’s Alternative Fuels Insight (AFI) platform indicate that a total of 25 new orders were placed for alternative-fueled vessels in March 2025.Methanol was the biggest activity driver, accounting for 12 of these new orders. This was spread across diverse segments, with cruise vessels and car carriers accounting for three each, one offshore vessel, one bulk carrier, and the remainder crude oil/chemical tankers.Seven orders were placed for LNG-fueled vessels…
Conrad Industries Announces Positive 2024 Results
Conrad Industries, Inc. has announced its 2024 results and backlog, reporting a net income of $11.2 million and income per diluted share of $2.24 for the 12 months ended December 31, 2024 compared to net loss of $27.0 million and loss per diluted share of $5.39 for the 12 months ended December 31, 2023.The company’s backlog as of December 31, 2024 was $293.8 million, compared to $253.8 million at December 31…
AI Technology Targets Enhanced Naval Escort Safety
To ensure safe passage, high-value assets such as Navy aircraft carriers require escorts when entering or exiting crowded harbors. The Perception Autonomy for Vessel Escorts (PAVE) system from Charles River Analytics automates the process to reduce the number of people required and increase the speed for each mission.The company has now won a Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase II contract…
Marshall Islands Sets Record for QUALSHIP 21 Recognition
The Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) Registry’s long-term and consistent commitment to high quality shipping continues to be recognized by the United States Coast Guard (USCG). For the 21st consecutive year, the RMI remains a qualifying jurisdiction. It is the only one of the world’s three largest registries to achieve QUALSHIP 21 for this year and the only registry in the world to achieve 21 consecutive years.“Our focus on compliance goes beyond statistics and requirements…
NYK President Says US Tariffs Will Slow Cargo Flows
Nippon Yusen (NYK), Japan's largest shipping line, is concerned that U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs could push up the cost of automobiles and daily goods, denting consumer demand and slowing cargo flows, its president said."The tariffs are not directly borne by consumers, but the burden ultimately falls on them, which in turn reduces the actual flow of goods. That's our biggest concern," President…
Low Water Hampers Rhine Shipping
Low water levels after recent dry weather are preventing cargo vessels from sailing fully loaded on the Rhine River in Germany with surcharges added to the usual freight rates, commodity traders said on Tuesday.Low water is hampering shipping on all of the river south of Duisburg and Cologne, including the chokepoint of Kaub, traders said.At Kaub, cargo vessels can only sail about 50% full.Shallow…
