Latest maritime fleet updates and reports
Offshore Energy
AET, a Singapore-based owner and operator of crude and product tankers, is enhancing its fleet with the addition of its first hybrid-electric, ethanol-ready tanker, as reported by Offshore Energy. This move aligns with AET's strategy to develop a multi-fuel fleet.
Splash247
Eidesvik Offshore has secured a charter extension from Equinor for its platform supply vessel Viking Avant, as reported by Splash247. The extension will commence immediately after the current charter ends, according to an Oslo Bors filing.
Offshore Energy
BW LPG, based in Singapore and part of BW Group, has signed two long-term time charter-out agreements for very large gas carriers, enhancing its position in the VLGC market, as reported by Offshore Energy.
Splash247
BW LPG has finalized three-year time charter contracts for its vessels, BW Tucana and BW Yushi, as reported by Splash247. These charters, commencing in January 2026, enhance BW LPG's fixed-rate time charter-out coverage.
Offshore Energy
Fratelli Cosulich has launched the first vessel in its series of four methanol-powered bunker tankers, as reported by Offshore Energy. This marks a significant step in the company's commitment to sustainable maritime operations.
Splash247
Maersk has finalized a contract with China's New Times Shipbuilding for eight large container vessels, as reported by Splash247. These 18,600 teu ships are part of Maersk's fleet renewal program, with deliveries planned for 2029 and 2030.
Offshore Energy
Offshore Energy reports that A.P. Moller – Maersk has expanded its fleet by ordering eight 18,600 TEU vessels from China's New Times Shipbuilding. This addition brings Maersk's orderbook to a total of 33 vessels.
Seatrade Maritime
Venergy Maritime has exercised options to build two additional container ships at Huangpu-Wenchong Shipbuilding, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. This agreement marks a continued collaboration between the Greek shipping company and the Chinese shipbuilder.
gCaptain
Four LNG carriers from MOL, designed for ice-strengthened operations, continue to remain idle over six months after the European Union lifted sanctions. This situation persists despite assurances that these vessels would not transport Russian LNG, as reported by gCaptain.
Splash247
Belgian shipowner CMB.TECH has sold two very large crude carriers, Ingrid and Ilma, as part of its fleet renewal strategy, securing a capital gain of nearly $100 million, reports Splash247. The Antwerp-based company plans to deliver the 2012-built vessels to an undisclosed new owner in the second quarter.
