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Splash247
International Seaways has contracted two 74,000 dwt LR1 product carriers at K Shipbuilding in South Korea, with options for two more, as reported by Splash247. This marks the company's return to the newbuilding market after a two-year hiatus.
Splash247
Fujian-based Pingtan Minghui Shipping has entered the tanker market by ordering two LR2 product carriers from Taizhou JianXing Heavy Industry, as reported by Splash247. The vessels, each with a capacity of 114,000 dwt, are being built through the company's subsidiaries, Tianjin Minhui Shipping and Tianjin Afera Shipping.
Offshore Energy
Vaalco Energy, based in Houston, has resumed operations at an oil field off Côte d’Ivoire's coast following a refurbishment of its floating production, storage, and offloading (FPSO) vessel, as reported by Offshore Energy. The refurbishment aims to extend the vessel's operational lifespan.
Splash247
Hong Kong-based CM Energy has introduced the Meridian Class CSOV, a cutting-edge construction and service operation vessel designed for the offshore wind sector, as reported by Splash247. The vessel adheres to North Sea standards, marking a significant advancement in maritime technology.
Seatrade Maritime
The container ship Paya Lebar has completed its fourth transit through the Strait of Hormuz in two months, indicating a regular trading route between Arabian Gulf and Indian ports, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. This marks a significant operational pattern for SeaLead's vessel.
Splash247
Keyfield International has purchased a 2014-built anchor handling tug supply (AHTS) vessel for $7.35 million to expand its offshore fleet, as reported by Splash247. The vessel, to be renamed Keyfield Joyful, previously operated in Indonesia, Australia, Singapore, and Bangladesh.
Offshore Energy
Hydrogen of Dutch Origin (H2DO) and its partners have commenced a feasibility study for wind-to-hydrogen conversion in the Dutch North Sea, as reported by Offshore Energy. This initiative aims to explore the potential of offshore wind energy for hydrogen production.
Splash247
Thenamaris, led by Nikolas Martinos, has expanded its tanker newbuilding program with confirmed orders for two 50,000 dwt MR2 product tankers at HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, as reported by Splash247. This move is part of the company's active fleet renewal campaign.
Offshore Energy
German energy company Uniper is progressing in negotiations to secure liquefied natural gas (LNG) from a major Canadian project, as reported by Offshore Energy. This development aims to diversify Uniper's LNG supply with lower-carbon options for Asian markets.
gCaptain
Russia has reactivated its eastern export corridor for liquefied natural gas from the Arctic LNG 2 project, as reported by gCaptain. The icebreaking LNG carrier Christophe de Margerie completed a rare early-summer voyage along the Northern Sea Route, marking the start of the 2026 navigation season to Asia.
