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Splash247

operations February 3, 2026

Fugro Secures Survey Contract for German Offshore Wind Project

Fugro has been awarded a contract to conduct a geotechnical survey for TotalEnergies' NordSee Energies 1 offshore wind farm, located 170 km off the coast of Germany, as reported by Splash247. The survey aims to assess seabed conditions for planned wind turbine installations and inter-array cable routes. Fugro has already commenced fieldwork, deploying a fleet of five specialized vessels.

Splash247

Offshore Energy

operations February 3, 2026

MOPU and FSO Hook-Up Nears Completion at Benin Oil Field

Offshore Energy reports that Akrake Petroleum, a subsidiary of Lime Petroleum Holding, is finalizing the hook-up of a mobile offshore production unit and a floating storage and offloading unit at an oil field off the coast of Benin. This field has been inactive since the late 1990s, and the completion of these activities marks a significant milestone.

Offshore Energy

Splash247

operations February 3, 2026

US-India Trade Deal Alters Tanker Routes Amid Market Shifts

A recent trade agreement between the US and India, which reduces American tariffs and restricts India's Russian oil purchases, has caused significant disruptions in tanker markets, as reported by Splash247. The deal has prompted charterers and owners to quickly adjust routes, stems, and bunker plans, despite the legal specifics of the agreement remaining unclear.

Splash247

Splash247

operations February 3, 2026

Court Allows Ørsted's Sunrise Wind Project to Resume Off Long Island

Splash247 reports that a US federal judge has permitted Ørsted's Sunrise Wind project off Long Island, New York, to continue after being halted by the federal government. This marks the fifth legal victory against former President Donald Trump’s opposition to offshore wind projects.

Splash247

gCaptain

operations February 2, 2026

Japan Boosts Deep-Sea Mining to Cut China Dependence

Japan is expediting its deep-sea rare earth mining efforts to lessen its reliance on China, as reported by gCaptain. The state vessel Chikyu has returned after installing seabed equipment near Minamitori Island in preparation for a testing phase set for 2027.

Chikyu (state vessel)

gCaptain

gCaptain

operations February 2, 2026

French Frigate Amiral Ronarc'h Arrives in Gothenburg Amid Defense Deal Talks

The French navy's new frigate, Amiral Ronarc'h, has docked in Gothenburg, Sweden, as part of efforts to influence a $5 billion defense agreement, as reported by gCaptain. The arrival marks a significant step in the ongoing negotiations between the two nations.

Amiral Ronarc'h (frigate) Gothenburg (SE)

gCaptain

gCaptain

operations February 2, 2026

Port of Baltimore Achieves Record Cargo Volumes in 2025

The Port of Baltimore achieved record cargo volumes in 2025, marking a significant recovery following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, which resulted in six fatalities and major disruptions, as reported by gCaptain.

Port of Baltimore (US)

gCaptain

Offshore Energy

operations February 2, 2026

Cyprus-flagged Vessel Extends Stay in Western Hemisphere

SeaBird Exploration, a subsidiary of SED Energy Holdings, has secured a contract to keep its Cyprus-flagged vessel in the Western Hemisphere for an additional three months, as reported by Offshore Energy.

Offshore Energy

gCaptain

operations February 2, 2026

Seattle Icebreaker Base to Receive $323M Upgrade for Arctic Operations

The US Coast Guard plans to invest $323 million in expanding and modernizing its icebreaker base in Seattle, as reported by gCaptain. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to enhance the Coast Guard's Arctic capabilities with new heavy icebreakers expected to join the fleet in the coming years.

Seattle (US)

gCaptain

Seatrade Maritime

operations February 2, 2026

Wallenius Wilhelmsen Launches Gothenburg Ro-Ro Operations

Wallenius Wilhelmsen has commenced a 12-year contract to operate and develop the Gothenburg car terminal, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. This marks a significant step for the Scandinavian ro-ro company in expanding its operations.

Gothenburg (SE)

Seatrade Maritime