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Offshore Energy
As reported by Offshore Energy, Dubai-based Astro Offshore, part of the Adani Group, has expanded its fleet with a new multipurpose support vessel (MPSV), marking the largest vessel in the company's lineup. This addition is expected to enhance Astro Offshore's capabilities in the ultra-deepwater market.
Offshore Energy
Pacifico Energy, a U.S.-based company, has been granted a site survey license for a 500 MW offshore wind project in Vietnam, as reported by Offshore Energy. This development marks a significant step in expanding renewable energy initiatives in the region.
Splash247
Aygaz, a Turkish LPG distributor, is enhancing its presence in the deepsea gas shipping sector by ordering two additional very large gas carriers (VLGCs) from HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, each with a capacity of about 90,000 cubic meters, as reported by Splash247. These new orders are part of Aygaz's strategy to expand its VLGC program in South Korea.
Splash247
Himalaya Shipping has secured a new charter for its newcastlemax vessel, Mount Emai, as reported by Splash247. The 210,000 dwt LNG dual-fuel bulker, built in 2024, will be employed for 12 to 14 months starting in the first half of May.
Seatrade Maritime
Ernst Russ has made a strategic entry into the tanker sector by acquiring resales from Wuhu Shipyard, a move that aligns with its diversification strategy, as reported by Seatrade Maritime.
Offshore Energy
Offshore Energy reports that a U.S.-UK partnership has introduced the world's first methane removal system at sea as part of a pilot project. This innovative initiative marks a significant step in maritime environmental technology.
Seatrade Maritime
CMA CGM is planning to nearly double the capacity of the Gemalink terminal in Cai Mep, Vietnam, to 3 million TEU, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. This expansion aims to enhance the terminal's operational capabilities.
Seatrade Maritime
Yangzijiang Shipbuilding has expanded its business operations by entering the ship repair and conversion sector, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. This move marks a significant diversification for the Chinese shipbuilder.
Offshore Energy
The Global Strategic Communications Council views the UN's resumed negotiations on a global carbon price for shipping as a critical test of international unity, according to Offshore Energy. The talks aim to establish a framework to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and lower vessel fuel costs.
Splash247
CMA CGM, in partnership with Gemadept, has initiated expansion work at the Gemalink container terminal at Cai Mep port in southern Vietnam, as reported by Splash247. The expansion will increase the terminal's capacity from 1.7 million TEU to approximately 3 million TEU, with completion expected by 2027.
