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Offshore Energy
Bourbon has secured a multi-month subsea services contract offshore Ghana, as reported by Offshore Energy. This contract signifies Bourbon's continued expansion in the maritime services sector.
Offshore Energy
ZeroUSV, a UK-based designer and manufacturer of uncrewed surface vessels, has secured certification from the Maritime and Coastguard Agency for its 12-meter USV class, as reported by Offshore Energy. This certification marks a significant step for ZeroUSV in the maritime technology sector.
Seatrade Maritime
Seatrade Maritime reports that the Gulf region needs up to $58 billion in energy infrastructure investment following the Iran conflict. This was a key topic at Marine Money's New York event, amidst discussions of a US-Iran deal.
The Strait of Hormuz continues to be a perilous maritime route despite diplomatic advancements aimed at reopening it, as reported by Splash247. Explosions have been heard in the area, and vessels still require military protection, leaving uncertainty over when normal trade can resume.
Euroseas, a Greek container ship owner, has expanded its newbuilding program by ordering two additional 1,800 teu feeder containerships at Nantong CIMC Sinopacific Offshore & Engineering, as reported by Splash247. The Nasdaq-listed company expects the vessels to be delivered in December 2028 and March 2029, each costing approximately $32.26 million.
Greek dry bulk owner Iolcos Hellenic Maritime Enterprises has placed an order for two kamsarmax bulk carriers with New Dayang Shipbuilding in China, as reported by Splash247. The Athens-based company plans to receive the 82,000 dwt vessels in 2029, marking its return to the newbuilding market.
The European Union has expanded its sanctions against Russia, focusing on the shipping operations of energy giants Gazprom and Lukoil, as reported by Splash247. This move is part of a broader package aimed at reducing Moscow's energy revenues and disrupting the shadow fleet.
Splash247 reports that the China Classification Society (CCS) has completed the inspection and certification of the world's largest bulk carrier-to-container ship conversion. The vessel, Kuang Chi Delta, underwent a six-month conversion at Zhoushan Xinya Shipbuilding & Repair.
Everllence has received the first-ever order for its B&W ME-GI Mk10.7 dual-fuel methane engine, as reported by Splash247. The engines are set to power four 8,600 CEU car carriers for Norwegian shipowner Global Car Carriers (GCC), marking a milestone for Everllence's methane-fuelled propulsion technology.
Seatrade Maritime
AD Ports Group has initiated trial operations at the Noatum Ports Safaga Terminal in Egypt, with a full operational launch planned for later this year, as reported by Seatrade Maritime.
