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Offshore Energy
Fugro has initiated geotechnical survey work for the Berwick Bank offshore wind farm, as reported by Offshore Energy. This project is part of the 1.4 GW Berwick Bank B development.
Seatrade Maritime
The HMM Namu, a multipurpose vessel, was hit twice in an incident in the Gulf on May 4, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. South Korean investigations are underway to assess the damage to the vessel's hull.
Offshore Energy
Seadrill has secured rig assignments and extensions worth over $860 million, significantly increasing its total backlog to $3.1 billion, as reported by Offshore Energy. The deals involve collaborations with LLOG, Petrobras, and TotalEnergies across the U.S. Gulf, Brazil, and Angola.
Seatrade Maritime
Seatrade Maritime reports that Dajin Heavy Industry is planning an initial public offering on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. The shipyard group intends to use the funds from the listing for business development.
gCaptain
The LNG carrier Merkuriy, recently reflagged to Russia, has been observed loading liquefied natural gas at the Saam floating storage unit, as reported by gCaptain. This activity is part of the sanctioned Arctic LNG 2 project.
Splash247
Dutch shipowner Vroon is exiting the livestock shipping sector by selling its Livestock Express business to Australian group Heytesbury, as reported by Splash247. The transaction includes all 11 livestock carriers and the Singapore-based operations and technical management activities for third-party vessels. Financial details of the deal were not disclosed.
Splash247
Ocean Network Express has contracted HD Hyundai Heavy Industries for LNG-capable containerships worth $1.22 billion, advancing its alternative-fuel fleet renewal strategy, as reported by Splash247. The Singapore-based liner operator continues its expansion despite earlier scaling back plans.
Splash247
Despite a rare transit by an LNG carrier through the Strait of Hormuz, tensions remain high as President Donald Trump rejected Iran's response to a US peace proposal, according to Splash247. The situation in the Persian Gulf shows no signs of resolution, highlighting ongoing challenges in the region.
Seatrade Maritime
Brazil is advancing plans for a new terminal at the Port of Santos, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. This move allows shipping lines to participate in the bidding process, potentially boosting the port's capacity.
Seatrade Maritime
CU Lines has introduced a new direct container service from China to Aqaba, Jordan, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. This expansion aims to enhance connectivity between China and the Red Sea region.
