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Splash247
Sonangol is enhancing its LNG shipping capabilities by ordering two additional carriers from HD Hyundai Samho, as reported by Splash247. The contract, valued at KRW770.2bn ($511m), involves two 174,000-cbm LNG vessels with delivery expected by September 2029.
Splash247
France is intensifying its crackdown on illicit tanker activities by planning to double penalties for vessels operating without proper flags or non-compliance with authorities, as reported by Splash247. This move is part of a draft update to the country's military planning law aimed at curbing Russia-linked shadow fleet operations.
Offshore Energy
Energean has received approval to restart production from its floating production, storage, and offloading (FPSO) vessel in the Eastern Mediterranean, as reported by Offshore Energy. The vessel is operating at a field off the coast of Israel.
Splash247
HD Hyundai Heavy Industries is revolutionizing shipbuilding by constructing ships in two separate halves across different shipyards, a first for South Korea's industry. This innovative approach aims to manage the company's growing orderbook, as reported by Splash247.
Splash247
By the end of Q1 2026, the global shipping orderbook reached 191 million compensated gross tonnes, marking a 17-year high and representing 17% of the global fleet, as reported by Splash247. This surge has been driven by increased newbuilding contracting throughout the 2020s, according to BIMCO data.
gCaptain
Despite the Trump administration's assertion that the Strait of Hormuz is open following a ceasefire, vessel movements in the area remain limited, as reported by gCaptain. Early shipping data indicates a lack of significant return to normalcy in the region.
Offshore Energy
Boskalis is finalizing preparations for its new subsea rock installation vessel, which the company claims is the industry's largest, Offshore Energy reports. The vessel is set to embark on its first assignment soon.
Splash247
Exmar is set to receive the world's first ammonia-powered gas carriers, Antwerpen and Arlon, according to Splash247. Built by HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, these 46,000 cu m vessels were named at the Ulsan yard, marking a significant step in alternative marine fuels.
Splash247
Simon Flack from Space Norway emphasizes the need for Europe to utilize synthetic aperture radar to monitor the increasing number of dark ships in the North Atlantic, as reported by Splash247. The discussion highlights concerns over Russian-flagged tankers and potential threats to America's Greenland.
Seatrade Maritime
Seatrade Maritime reports that the Strait of Hormuz remains closed to tankers despite a 14-day ceasefire between the US and Iran, which has not led to a resumption of normal shipping traffic in the Gulf. The ongoing closure continues to affect maritime operations in the region.
