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gCaptain
Three US-sanctioned tankers have recently arrived on India's west coast for demolition, marking an unusually strong start to the year for the ship-breaking industry, as reported by gCaptain. This trend highlights the increasing acceptance of dark vessels amid a challenging market downturn.
gCaptain
The Pentagon has decided to move an aircraft carrier from the Caribbean to the Middle East, as reported by gCaptain. This strategic repositioning aims to bolster U.S. military presence in the region amidst escalating tensions with Iran, according to two U.S. officials.
Offshore Energy
Offshore Energy reports that Tsuneishi Shipbuilding in Japan has delivered a methanol dual-fuel container vessel, which is now ready for charter with Maersk. This marks a significant step in advancing sustainable shipping technologies.
Seatrade Maritime
Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem has stepped down as Chairman and CEO of DP World, effective immediately, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. The company has announced new top executives to fill these roles.
Offshore Energy
Equinor has been granted permission to deploy a jack-up rig built in 2016 at its offshore field on the Norwegian Continental Shelf, as reported by Offshore Energy. This move is part of Equinor's ongoing operations in the North Sea.
Splash247
Splash247 reports that DP World has replaced its CEO and chairman Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem following revelations from US Department of Justice files linking him to Jeffrey Epstein. Essa Kazim has been appointed as chairman, with Yuvraj Narayan taking on the role of group CEO.
Splash247
APM Terminals, Maersk's port operating arm, and Eurogate are in advanced discussions for a €1bn ($1.2bn) investment to enhance the North Sea Terminal Bremerhaven (NTB), as reported by Splash247. This partnership aims to transform NTB into a highly efficient facility.
Splash247
Thailand's Precious Shipping has entered the tanker sector by acquiring the MR tanker Florence for $11.1 million, as reported by Splash247. This marks the company's first move beyond its traditional dry bulk operations, with the purchase being made through its Singapore subsidiary, Precious Horizon.
Offshore Energy
AF Offshore Decom, a subsidiary of AF Gruppen, has been contracted by Ithaca Energy for a decommissioning project on the UK Continental Shelf, as reported by Offshore Energy. This marks another significant assignment for AF Offshore Decom in the North Sea region.
Splash247
Halten Bulk, a Norwegian shortsea shipping company, has signed contracts with Jiangsu Soho Marine Heavy Industry for up to four 7,100 dwt self-discharging bulk carriers, as reported by Splash247. These vessels will feature the Norwegian Ship Design Company's NSD 105CC design and include rotor sails to enhance fuel efficiency and reduce emissions.
