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Splash247
Purus Marine is linked to a new LNG carrier order at Samsung Heavy Industries, valued at approximately $252 million, with delivery set for January 2029, as reported by Splash247. This order marks an expansion of Purus Marine's fleet of gas carriers.
Seatrade Maritime
A Palau-flagged tanker was reportedly struck by a missile while operating off the coast of Sohar, leading to two crew members missing and one injured, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. The incident highlights ongoing security concerns in the region.
Offshore Energy
Belgian shipping company Exmar has delivered the first of four newbuild dual-fuel ammonia midsize gas carriers, marking a significant step in green shipping, as reported by Offshore Energy. This delivery is part of Exmar's strategy to future-proof its fleet.
Splash247
Huaxia Financial Leasing has initiated a tender process for up to six newcastlemax bulk carriers, as reported by Splash247. The Beijing-based company is looking to secure shipyard slots in China for these 210,000 dwt vessels, structured in a 2+2+2 delivery arrangement.
gCaptain
European Union imports of Russian liquefied natural gas from the Arctic Yamal LNG project have increased in the first five months of 2026, despite efforts to reduce reliance on Russian fossil fuels, according to gCaptain. Spain emerged as the leading buyer in May, highlighting the continued demand for LNG in the region.
Splash247
German shipowner Hermann Lohmann Bereederung has sold its last two container vessels, Marina L and Theodor, to Dubai-based Lila Global, marking its exit from the container shipping sector, as reported by Alphaliner. This sale leaves Lohmann with a fleet focused solely on multipurpose tonnage, according to Splash247.
Offshore Energy
PXGEO and Equinor are collaborating to test next-generation underwater intervention drone technology for offshore inspection, as reported by Offshore Energy. This initiative aims to enhance autonomous subsea inspection operations.
Seatrade Maritime
Seatrade Maritime reports that construction has commenced on the world's largest LNG carrier at Hudong-Zhonghua Shipbuilding in China. The vessel, commissioned by Qatar Energy, is part of nearly 60 LNG carrier newbuilding orders currently held by the shipyard.
Seatrade Maritime
Seatrade Maritime reports that a ship was approached by armed pirates off the coast of Yemen, highlighting a resurgence of Somali piracy in the Gulf of Aden. This incident underscores growing security concerns in the region.
Splash247
Belgian gas shipowner Exmar has taken delivery of the world's first oceangoing vessel powered by a dual-fuel ammonia engine, as reported by Splash247. The vessel, named Antwerpen, was constructed by South Korea's HD Hyundai Heavy Industries.
