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Splash247
Norway's DDW Offshore, a subsidiary of Akastor, has sold the Skandi Emerald, an anchor handling tug supply vessel, for $23 million, as reported by Splash247. The sale was made to an undisclosed buyer, according to an Oslo Bors filing.
gCaptain
The Blue Whales and Blue Skies Program marked significant achievements for California's coast on Earth Day, as reported by gCaptain. This initiative benefits both coastal counties and marine life.
Offshore Energy
Rhino Resources has contracted a drillship from Italy’s Saipem to assess a light oil discovery in Block 2914 of the Orange Basin, as reported by Offshore Energy. This appraisal activity is part of a broader exploration campaign off the coast of Namibia.
Offshore Energy
Archer, an oil services company listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange, has secured a multi-year contract extension with Equinor for operations on the Norwegian Continental Shelf, as reported by Offshore Energy. This extension will keep Archer active in Norway for an additional three years.
Offshore Energy
The European Investment Bank has approved approximately €100 million in financing to aid the Port of Klaipėda's energy transition, as reported by Offshore Energy. This funding aims to enhance the port's sustainability initiatives.
Seatrade Maritime
As reported by Seatrade Maritime, APM Terminals in Valencia has had its concession extended to the maximum duration of 50 years under Spanish port regulations, now lasting until 2049.
Seatrade Maritime
Seatrade Maritime reports that Pacific International Lines (PIL) and PSA International are set to launch Singapore's first green transhipment shipping service. The trial, slated for May, follows a Memorandum of Understanding signed in March 2025 with DNV.
Offshore Energy
Equinor, Norway's state-owned energy company, has received a drilling permit for operations in the Barents Sea on the Norwegian Continental Shelf, utilizing a semi-submersible rig owned by Transocean, as reported by Offshore Energy.
Seatrade Maritime
China Merchants Energy Shipping has committed $556 million to acquire eight methanol-ready containerships, with capacities of 1,800 TEU and 8,200 TEU, slated for delivery in 2028, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. This strategic move underscores the company's investment in environmentally friendly shipping solutions.
Offshore Energy
Norway's Shearwater GeoServices is selling a 14-year-old vessel as part of its fleet optimization strategy, Offshore Energy reports. The sale is part of the company's ongoing efforts to streamline its operations.
