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fleet February 9, 2026

CMB.TECH Sells Two VLCCs, Gains Nearly $100M

Belgian shipowner CMB.TECH has sold two very large crude carriers, Ingrid and Ilma, as part of its fleet renewal strategy, securing a capital gain of nearly $100 million, reports Splash247. The Antwerp-based company plans to deliver the 2012-built vessels to an undisclosed new owner in the second quarter.

Ingrid (tanker) Ilma (tanker) Antwerp (BE)
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fleet February 9, 2026

French Private Equity Firm Acquires Vigor Marine

Antin Infrastructure Partners, a French private equity firm, has acquired the American shipyard Vigor Marine Group from Lone Star Funds, as reported by Splash247. Antin plans to expand Vigor Marine's capacity across its locations in Seattle, Portland, Vancouver, San Diego, and Norfolk.

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security February 9, 2026

India's Coast Guard Strikes Against Oil-Smuggling Network

India's coast guard has detained three tankers around 100 nautical miles west of Mumbai in a coordinated effort to dismantle an international oil-smuggling network, as reported by Splash247. The operation targeted syndicates using mid-sea transfers in international waters to transport cheap oil from conflict zones to motor tankers, thereby avoiding coastal duties.

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accidents February 9, 2026

Container Ship Sealloyd Arc Sinks Off Phuket, Crew Rescued

The Sealloyd Arc, a Panama-flagged container vessel, sank off Phuket while en route from Port Klang to Chattogram after developing a severe list. As reported by Splash247, the ship's master issued an abandon-ship call, and all 16 Bangladeshi crew members were evacuated safely by Thai authorities and nearby craft.

Sealloyd Arc (container) Port Klang (MY) Chattogram (BD)
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