Latest maritime fleet updates and reports
Offshore Energy
CMA CGM Group has finalized a shipbuilding contract for six LNG-powered vessels, as reported by Offshore Energy. Additionally, the company has launched a new research and development hub in India.
Splash247
Teekay Tankers has decided to exit the VLCC segment by selling its only supertanker, the Singapore Spirit, as reported by Splash247. This move aligns the company more closely with its focus on suezmax and aframax vessels.
Splash247
BB Energy has launched a new shipping unit called Blue Bolt Shipping, consolidating its global freight operations, as reported by Splash247. This rebranding of Turbo Asia marks a strategic move by the energy trader to enhance its shipping arm.
Splash247
Sinokor, led by Ga-Hyun Chung, now controls one in four compliant Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs), as reported by Fearnleys. This follows the company's significant activity in the S&P and charter markets over recent months, according to Splash247.
Seatrade Maritime
Sinokor is poised to control 24% of the global VLCC spot trading fleet following a significant increase in acquisitions, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. This development marks an unprecedented expansion in Sinokor's influence within the market, according to Signal Ocean.
gCaptain
CMA CGM has finalized contracts with Cochin Shipyard Limited for the construction of six LNG-powered containerships, as reported by gCaptain. Additionally, the company is launching a dedicated Research & Development hub in India to further strengthen its ties with the country.
gCaptain
Sallaum Lines has expanded its Ocean Class fleet with the delivery of two new LNG dual-fuel Pure Car and Truck Carriers, as reported by gCaptain. This marks a significant step in the company's efforts to enhance its environmental sustainability.
Splash247
Costamare has secured nearly $1 billion in new contracted revenues by fixing 12 vessels on forward charters, as reported by Splash247. The Greek container tonnage provider announced the deals in its quarterly earnings report, projecting about $940 million in additional revenue and increasing fleet employment to 96%.
Offshore Energy
Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore has granted approval in principle certificates to five Chinese gas carrier and FSRU vessel projects, as reported by Offshore Energy. This approval marks a significant milestone in the development of these vessels.
Splash247
United Maritime, a Nasdaq-listed Greek bulker owner, has agreed to sell its stake in a Norwegian joint venture focused on developing an energy construction vessel, as reported by Splash247. The company, led by Stamatis Tsantanis, will sell its equity interest for approximately €13 million, securing a profit of about €1.7 million.
