Latest maritime fleet updates and reports
Splash247
Tsakos Energy Navigation (TEN) has extended the charters for two shuttle tankers for up to five years each, as reported by Splash247. This move strengthens TEN's position in the offshore loading segment with contracts continuing directly after the current ones.
Seatrade Maritime
Asyad Shipping Company is set to acquire a pair of second-hand Kamsarmax bulkers later this year for approximately $72.7 million, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. The acquisition marks a significant expansion in Asyad's fleet.
Seatrade Maritime
Dalian Shipbuilding Industry Corp has secured a significant order worth $1.31 billion for the construction of 12 new container ships, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. This order marks a substantial boost for the shipyard's portfolio.
Offshore Energy
Helix Energy Solutions and Hornbeck Offshore Services have merged to create a leading integrated offshore services company, as reported by Offshore Energy. The merger combines the strengths of Texas-headquartered Helix and Louisiana-based Hornbeck.
Seatrade Maritime
Odfjell is set to acquire four new chemical tankers from Japan, investing $290 million as part of its fleet renewal strategy, Seatrade Maritime reports. This move is a significant step in modernizing their fleet.
Offshore Energy
Jan De Nul has named its new trenching support vessel Isambard Kingdom Brunel, as reported by Offshore Energy. The vessel is named after the renowned 19th-century British engineer.
Seatrade Maritime
The US Shipbuilding Coalition has been established to support the reintroduction of the SHIPS for America Act in the House of Representatives, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. This initiative aims to revitalize the American shipbuilding industry.
Splash247
Oman's Asyad Shipping has announced its entry into the kamsarmax segment by acquiring two modern bulkers for $72.7 million, as reported by Splash247. The Muscat-listed company expects the delivery of these 85,000 dwt vessels in the fourth quarter.
Offshore Energy
MacGregor has received an order for its offshore and merchant deck machinery to be installed on ultra-large cable-laying vessels (CLVs) being constructed in Türkiye, as reported by Offshore Energy. This equipment package is expected to enhance the operational capabilities of these vessels.
Splash247
Norwegian chemical tanker owner Odfjell is advancing its fleet renewal strategy by acquiring four 40,000 dwt fully stainless-steel newbuildings from Japan, according to Splash247. The vessels will be delivered by Kitanihon Shipbuilding between the first quarter of 2027 and the second quarter.
