Latest maritime fleet updates and reports
gCaptain
John C. Phelan has unexpectedly left his position as Navy Secretary, as reported by gCaptain. The Department of War announced his immediate departure, marking the end of his tenure characterized by ambitious shipbuilding initiatives.
Offshore Energy
Seadrill has added $260 million to its backlog through two new ultra-deepwater drillship contracts with LLOG Exploration Company, as reported by Offshore Energy. The deals highlight Seadrill's growing presence in the offshore drilling market.
Splash247
Vietnam Ocean Shipping (VOSCO) is expanding its tanker fleet with two new MR product tankers from South Korea, as reported by Splash247. The Haiphong-based company has contracted the vessels from K Shipbuilding, each with a capacity of 50,000 dwt and a price of approximately $52 million.
Splash247
France's Bourbon has expanded its offshore fleet by adding 13 vessels since the start of the year, in a move valued at over $180 million, as reported by Splash247. The company's strategy includes targeted acquisitions, reactivations, and a newbuild delivery to meet rising demand in key offshore markets.
Offshore Energy
Bourbon has enhanced its fleet by acquiring 13 new offshore support vessels, as reported by Offshore Energy. This expansion strengthens the French maritime services company's operational capabilities.
gCaptain
HD Hyundai Heavy Industries has won its first overseas order for an icebreaker from Sweden, highlighting South Korea's expanding role in Arctic shipping and advanced vessel construction, as reported by gCaptain. This strategic move underscores Seoul's ambitions in high-value maritime projects.
Splash247
JP Morgan is reportedly venturing into crude shipping with a $500 million VLCC newbuilding order at Dalian Shipbuilding Industry Co (DSIC), as reported by Splash247. Sources indicate that a JP Morgan-backed platform has contracted two 307,000 dwt newbuilds, with options for two additional vessels.
Splash247
Akkon Lines is on track to become Turkey's largest containerline, as reported by Alphaliner. The Istanbul-based company is close to overtaking Arkas Line with the addition of the newly delivered 3,316 teu vessel, Ou Sheng, according to Splash247.
Splash247
A new coalition, the USA Shipbuilding Coalition, has been formed by US labor groups and shipbuilding employers to advocate for the SHIPS for America Act, as reported by Splash247. This alliance aims to rejuvenate domestic ship construction through coordinated lobbying efforts in Washington.
Seatrade Maritime
Yangzijiang Maritime has acquired eight very large crude carriers (VLCCs), as reported by Seatrade Maritime. The company also sold four medium-range tankers and has ordered scrubber-equipped VLCCs for delivery between 2028 and 2030.
