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Seatrade Maritime
Seatrade Maritime reports that Singapore is inviting proposals for autonomous inter-gateway container feeder vessels. This initiative aims to enhance connectivity between container terminals.
Splash247
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) detained two containerships after targeting three in the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by Splash247. This incident highlights escalating tensions in the strategic waterway that connects the Gulf to global markets.
Offshore Energy
Seadrill has added $260 million to its backlog through two new ultra-deepwater drillship contracts with LLOG Exploration Company, as reported by Offshore Energy. The deals highlight Seadrill's growing presence in the offshore drilling market.
Splash247
Vietnam Ocean Shipping (VOSCO) is expanding its tanker fleet with two new MR product tankers from South Korea, as reported by Splash247. The Haiphong-based company has contracted the vessels from K Shipbuilding, each with a capacity of 50,000 dwt and a price of approximately $52 million.
Splash247
France's Bourbon has expanded its offshore fleet by adding 13 vessels since the start of the year, in a move valued at over $180 million, as reported by Splash247. The company's strategy includes targeted acquisitions, reactivations, and a newbuild delivery to meet rising demand in key offshore markets.
Offshore Energy
Bourbon has enhanced its fleet by acquiring 13 new offshore support vessels, as reported by Offshore Energy. This expansion strengthens the French maritime services company's operational capabilities.
Splash247
DeepOcean has secured a contract for cable installation support on the TPC offshore wind farm phase two in Taiwan, as reported by Splash247. This project marks a significant step in DeepOcean's expansion into the Asia-Pacific renewables market, involving the installation of inter-array cables and associated engineering and project management tasks.
Seatrade Maritime
Seatrade Maritime reports that three container ships linked to MSC came under fire from Iran in the Strait of Hormuz. The UK Maritime Trade Operations has issued warnings about heightened activity in the area.
gCaptain
HD Hyundai Heavy Industries has won its first overseas order for an icebreaker from Sweden, highlighting South Korea's expanding role in Arctic shipping and advanced vessel construction, as reported by gCaptain. This strategic move underscores Seoul's ambitions in high-value maritime projects.
Seatrade Maritime
CMA CGM is increasing its operations through the Bab al-Mandeb strait, a critical passage in the southern Red Sea, even as conflict continues in the Arabian Gulf, reports Seatrade Maritime. This strategic move highlights the company's commitment to maintaining its service routes despite regional tensions.
