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gCaptain
As reported by gCaptain, a Russian oil tanker has delivered 100,000 metric tons of crude oil to Cuba, with Moscow pledging continued support to the island nation despite a U.S. blockade. The delivery underscores Russia's commitment to its allies in the region.
Seatrade Maritime
Seatrade Maritime reports that a search in the Strait of Hormuz has failed to locate three missing crew members from the Thai-flagged bulker Mayuree Naree after it was struck on March 11. The incident has raised concerns about maritime safety in the region.
Offshore Energy
Yinson Production of Malaysia has initiated the operation of a carbon capture and storage (CCS) unit on board a floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) vessel, as reported by Offshore Energy. This marks a significant milestone in the adoption of CCS technology in maritime operations.
Offshore Energy
Jan De Nul has contracted CRP Subsea to provide protection systems for inter-array cables, as reported by Offshore Energy. This order pertains to the Nordlicht I project, highlighting a significant collaboration in the maritime sector.
Offshore Energy
Norway's Reach Subsea has landed two new call-offs under its frame agreement with Equinor, ensuring continued operations for its USV, as reported by Offshore Energy. These campaigns are part of a strategic effort to maintain the USV's deployment in various projects.
Splash247
Japan has reached a significant milestone in hydrogen-powered shipping, as reported by Splash247, with a successful factory test of a full-scale main engine running on hydrogen. Japan Engine Corporation and Kawasaki Heavy Industries announced that their large, low-speed two-stroke engine achieved over 95% hydrogen use at full load.
Seatrade Maritime
Seatrade Maritime reports that recent attacks by Houthi rebels on Israel and the potential closure of the Bab al-Mandeb Strait could severely disrupt Red Sea transits. This development raises significant concerns for global sea trade routes.
gCaptain
Two container ships associated with China’s Cosco Shipping Corp. are making another attempt to leave the Persian Gulf via the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by gCaptain. This follows a previous attempt that was aborted, according to ship-tracking data compiled by Bloomberg News.
Seatrade Maritime
Nantong Cosco and Norsepower are intensifying their strategic collaboration to enhance the global deployment and production of rotor sails, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. This partnership between the Chinese and Norwegian companies aims to accelerate the adoption of this sustainable technology.
Seatrade Maritime
Damen and Windcat have launched a new series of 120-capacity CSOVs in Europe, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. The vessels were constructed at Ha Long Shipyard in Vietnam.
