Latest maritime fleet updates and reports
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Shanghai Time Shipping has ordered three bulk carriers from Nantong Xiangyu Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering, as reported by Splash247. The order includes two 82,000 dwt kamsarmax vessels and one 63,800 dwt ultramax, all set for delivery in 2029.
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Fujian Highton Development, a Chinese company, is expanding its multipurpose and heavylift fleet by ordering four new 62,000 dwt vessels from Taizhou Kouan Shipbuilding, as reported by Splash247. The company aims to build a 100-ship fleet.
Offshore Energy
Seatrium, a Singapore-based provider of offshore, marine, and energy solutions, has finalized the sale of its tugboat fleet as part of its strategy to divest non-core assets, as reported by Offshore Energy.
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Norway's DDW Offshore, a subsidiary of Akastor, has sold the Skandi Emerald, an anchor handling tug supply vessel, for $23 million, as reported by Splash247. The sale was made to an undisclosed buyer, according to an Oslo Bors filing.
Seatrade Maritime
China Merchants Energy Shipping has committed $556 million to acquire eight methanol-ready containerships, with capacities of 1,800 TEU and 8,200 TEU, slated for delivery in 2028, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. This strategic move underscores the company's investment in environmentally friendly shipping solutions.
Offshore Energy
Norway's Shearwater GeoServices is selling a 14-year-old vessel as part of its fleet optimization strategy, Offshore Energy reports. The sale is part of the company's ongoing efforts to streamline its operations.
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Greek shipping company Enesel Group has re-entered the dry bulk market by ordering two capesize vessels at Hengli Shipbuilding in China, as reported by Splash247. This move marks a significant return to bulk shipping for the Lemos family-led company, which had previously stepped back from the segment.
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China Merchants Energy Shipping (CMES) is advancing its containership expansion by planning to order eight new vessels valued at over $550 million, as reported by Splash247. The investment includes four 8,200 teu methanol-ready containerships and four 1,800 teu vessels.
Offshore Energy
Gaztransport & Technigaz (GTT) has been awarded tank design assignments for two LNG carriers by Samsung Heavy Industries, as reported by Offshore Energy. This collaboration highlights the ongoing partnership between the French containment specialist and the South Korean shipbuilder.
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dship Carriers and NSB Group have formed a joint venture named Hinode Shipmanagement to manage a new series of multipurpose vessels, as reported by Splash247. The new entity will be headquartered in Buxtehude, focusing on specialized tonnage management.
