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Seatrade Maritime
AD Ports has acquired Germany-based MBS Logistics, integrating it into its Noatum Logistics platform, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. This acquisition marks a significant expansion of AD Ports' operations in Europe.
Splash247
Arnaud Dianoux, CEO of Opsealog, highlights that significant fuel efficiency improvements are already available onboard ships, as reported by Splash247. The focus on fuel efficiency remains critical for charterers, while emissions compliance is becoming increasingly important for shipowners.
Seatrade Maritime
Seatrade Maritime reports that the US conducted strikes on missile sites and boats in southern Iran, claiming the actions were in self-defense. The incident involved Iranian boats attempting to lay mines.
gCaptain
Several NATO-produced magnetic mines were detected on a tanker at Russia's Baltic Sea port of Ust-Luga, as reported by Russia's Investigative Committee. The discovery was announced on Monday, according to gCaptain.
Offshore Energy
Amplitude Energy, formerly known as Cooper Energy, is set to assume operatorship of an offshore gas field in the Otway Basin, as reported by Offshore Energy. This move is part of the company's strategy to enhance its supply to the Southeast domestic gas market.
Seatrade Maritime
X-Press Feeders conducted an operational trial of an ethanol-methanol fuel blend with their vessel Methanave in the Port of Rotterdam, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. This initiative is part of the container line's efforts to explore sustainable fuel options.
Seatrade Maritime
Seatrade Maritime reports that Wison has secured an order for up to 10 new Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs) from United Overseas Group, marking a significant return to the sector for Peter Georgiopoulos. This deal represents a major breakthrough for the offshore engineering company.
Splash247
Teo Siong Seng, executive chairman and CEO of Singamas Container Holdings, has taken a leave of absence from several high-profile positions to address allegations from the US Department of Justice regarding a global container cartel, as reported by Splash247. The 71-year-old Singaporean shipping veteran is preparing to contest these claims.
Splash247
Besiktas, a Turkish owner, has reportedly sold the MR tanker Antalya for approximately $40 million, marking a swift profit from its purchase last year, as reported by Splash247. The 10-year-old, 50,000 dwt product tanker was built in 2016 at SPP Shipbuilding in South Korea.
Offshore Energy
Norway's Reach Subsea has chartered a vessel from Solstad for a contract in the Black Sea, as reported by Offshore Energy. The contract involves inspection and maintenance work with an undisclosed company.
