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gCaptain
Iran asserted that it forced a U.S. warship to retreat from the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by gCaptain. However, a U.S. official refuted claims of the vessel being hit by Iranian missiles, according to an Axios journalist.
Offshore Energy
Petrobras has started production from its eighth floating production storage and offloading unit (FPSO) at Brazil's extensive deepwater field, as reported by Offshore Energy. This marks a significant milestone with four more FPSOs planned for the field.
Splash247
KSS Line of South Korea has ordered three very large gas carriers (VLGCs) from HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering, with construction by HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, as reported by Splash247. The deal, valued at approximately $342 million, aims to enhance KSS Line's LPG carrier fleet.
Splash247
Okeanis Eco Tankers, a Greek tanker owner, has secured $190 million in new loan facilities to finance vessel acquisitions and exit sale-and-leaseback agreements, as reported by Splash247. The company, listed in New York and Oslo and controlled by the Alafouzos family, signed three agreements with Taiwanese and Greek lenders.
Offshore Energy
Next Geosolutions has expanded its contract with Saipem for work offshore Libya, increasing the scope by €4-6 million, as reported by Offshore Energy. The contract involves operations in the gas sector.
Offshore Energy
Prosafe, listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange, has shared details about its semi-submersible accommodation vessel fleet utilization for the first quarter of 2026 and its future plans, as reported by Offshore Energy. The company is keen on securing additional vessel work following current engagements.
Seatrade Maritime
Seatrade Maritime reports that maritime security firm 3iSea has developed a strategy to make transits through the Strait of Hormuz more manageable, addressing the psychological cost of inaction. The firm aims to enhance safety without waiting for perfect conditions at sea.
gCaptain
The Russian LNG carrier Arctic Metagaz has anchored off the eastern coast of Libya after a two-month drift across the central Mediterranean, as reported by gCaptain. The vessel's future remains uncertain as authorities consider their next steps.
Offshore Energy
Woodside has received approval from Australia's offshore regulator for its environmental plan concerning the permanent plug and abandonment of several subsea exploration wells off Australia's coast, as reported by Offshore Energy.
Splash247
Somali pirates have hijacked the small product tanker Eureka off Yemen's Shabwa coast, marking a renewed threat in a critical shipping corridor, as reported by Splash247. The 3,300 dwt vessel was boarded by armed men on Saturday, who took control and redirected it.
