Latest maritime fleet updates and reports
Splash247
Huaxia Financial Leasing has initiated a tender process for up to six newcastlemax bulk carriers, as reported by Splash247. The Beijing-based company is looking to secure shipyard slots in China for these 210,000 dwt vessels, structured in a 2+2+2 delivery arrangement.
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German shipowner Hermann Lohmann Bereederung has sold its last two container vessels, Marina L and Theodor, to Dubai-based Lila Global, marking its exit from the container shipping sector, as reported by Alphaliner. This sale leaves Lohmann with a fleet focused solely on multipurpose tonnage, according to Splash247.
Seatrade Maritime
Seatrade Maritime reports that construction has commenced on the world's largest LNG carrier at Hudong-Zhonghua Shipbuilding in China. The vessel, commissioned by Qatar Energy, is part of nearly 60 LNG carrier newbuilding orders currently held by the shipyard.
Seatrade Maritime
Seatrade Maritime reports that Liberia has become the first ship registry to surpass a fleet size of 300 million gross tons, marking a significant milestone in its growth. This achievement underscores Liberia's position as the world's largest ship registry.
gCaptain
A ro-ro cargo vessel was launched at a riverside shipyard in Wuhan last weekend, marking a significant development in the Atlantic supply chain, as reported by gCaptain. The collaboration between a French shipowner and a Chinese shipyard highlights the growing maritime ties between the two nations.
Splash247
Greek dry bulk owner Icon Energy is diversifying its operations by acquiring a minority stake in a feeder containership, as reported by Splash247. The company, led by Ismini Panagiotidi, will hold about 5% in an entity set to purchase a 2,000 teu geared feeder vessel built in 2008.
Splash247
International Seaways has contracted two 74,000 dwt LR1 product carriers at K Shipbuilding in South Korea, with options for two more, as reported by Splash247. This marks the company's return to the newbuilding market after a two-year hiatus.
Splash247
Fujian-based Pingtan Minghui Shipping has entered the tanker market by ordering two LR2 product carriers from Taizhou JianXing Heavy Industry, as reported by Splash247. The vessels, each with a capacity of 114,000 dwt, are being built through the company's subsidiaries, Tianjin Minhui Shipping and Tianjin Afera Shipping.
Splash247
Hong Kong-based CM Energy has introduced the Meridian Class CSOV, a cutting-edge construction and service operation vessel designed for the offshore wind sector, as reported by Splash247. The vessel adheres to North Sea standards, marking a significant advancement in maritime technology.
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Keyfield International has purchased a 2014-built anchor handling tug supply (AHTS) vessel for $7.35 million to expand its offshore fleet, as reported by Splash247. The vessel, to be renamed Keyfield Joyful, previously operated in Indonesia, Australia, Singapore, and Bangladesh.
