U.S. Partially Terminates Contract with Eastern Shipbuilding
The United States Department of Homeland Security has announced the partial termination of a shipbuilding contract with Eastern Shipbuilding Group (ESG), saying it was wasteful of taxpayer’s money.The Coast Guard is reviewing contracts which are failing to meet delivery agreements. An existing Offshore Patrol Cutter (OPC) contract with ESG has been slow to deliver four OPCs, so Secretary Kristi Noem partially canceled ESG’s contract for two out of the four OPCs expected from ESG in Panama City…
Hamburg Deploys AI to Boost Efficiency of Electric Ferry Fleet
Hadag, the operator of Hamburg’s ferry services, is adopting an AI-powered platform to optimize the scheduling and operation of its electric ferry fleet.The AI system will support daily operations by tailoring charging strategies, managing energy demand, and enhancing communication with passengers via digital displays and mobile apps. With three electric ferries already delivered in 2024 and more on the way…
Syria Signs $800 Million Agreement with DP World
Syria's General Authority for Land and Sea Ports on Sunday signed a $800 million agreement with UAE's DP World to bolster Syrian ports infrastructure and logistical services, Syrian state news agency SANA reported.The agreement follows on from a memorandum of understanding signed between the two sides in May.The deal with DP World, a subsidiary of United Arab Emirates investment company Dubai World…
Australia Won’t Commit Troops in Advance to Any Conflict
Australia will not commit troops in advance to any conflict, Defence Industry Minister Pat Conroy said on Sunday, responding to a report that the Pentagon has pressed its ally to clarify what role it would play if the U.S. and China went to war over Taiwan.Australia prioritises its sovereignty and "we don't discuss hypotheticals", Conroy said in an interview with the Australian Broadcasting Corporation."The…
Search Called Off for Crew Missing from Eternity C
Maritime agencies Diaplous and Ambrey said on Sunday they had ended their search for the remaining crew of the Eternity C cargo ship that was attacked by Yemen's Houthi militants last week.The decision was made at the request of the vessel's owner, both agencies said.The Liberia-flagged, Greek-operated Eternity C sank on Wednesday morning following attacks over two consecutive days, according to sources…
