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operations April 6, 2026

Wave-Op Advances French Wave Energy Project in Boulogne-sur-Mer

Wave-Op, a collaboration between Legendre Group and Geps Techno, is advancing the construction of a full-scale wave energy demonstrator in Boulogne-sur-Mer, France. Offshore Energy reports that this innovative system aims to combine coastal protection with renewable electricity generation, enhancing port infrastructure decarbonization.

Boulogne-sur-Mer (FR)

Offshore Energy

Splash247

operations April 6, 2026

Seadrill Secures $480M Drillship Extension with Petrobras

Seadrill has obtained a $480 million extension for its drillship West Polaris from Petrobras, as reported by Splash247. The extension ensures operations at the Búzios field in the Santos Basin, offshore Brazil, continue into the next decade, starting in January.

West Polaris

Splash247

gCaptain

operations April 6, 2026

Qatar LNG Tankers Attempt First Hormuz Exit Amid Ongoing Conflict

Two liquefied natural gas tankers from Qatar are reportedly attempting to exit the Persian Gulf via the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first such export since the onset of the conflict, as reported by gCaptain. This development indicates a potential resumption of LNG exports to buyers outside the region.

gCaptain

operations April 6, 2026

Iran, U.S. Consider Ceasefire to Reopen Strait of Hormuz

Iran and the United States have received a proposal to end hostilities, potentially leading to a ceasefire and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz as early as Monday, according to gCaptain. The plan aims to ease tensions in this critical maritime region.

gCaptain

Seatrade Maritime

operations April 6, 2026

Strait of Hormuz Sees First LNG Carrier Transits Amid Tanker Market Shifts

Seatrade Maritime reports the first LNG carrier transits of the Strait of Hormuz, marking a significant development in maritime operations. Additionally, dislocated tonnage is influencing the tanker market, while VLCC loadings in Yanbu are experiencing a surge.

Seatrade Maritime

Splash247

operations April 6, 2026

Djibouti Unveils Largest Ship Repair Yard in Red Sea Region

Djibouti has inaugurated a new ship repair yard, developed with Damen Shipyards and financed by Invest International, as reported by Splash247. The Djibouti Ship Repair Yard (DSRY) is positioned as the largest facility of its kind in the Red Sea and East Africa.

Splash247

gCaptain

operations April 6, 2026

Iran Exempts Iraqi Ships from Strait of Hormuz Restrictions

The Iranian military has announced that Iraq, a major oil producer, is exempt from shipping restrictions in the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by Bloomberg. This decision highlights the strategic importance of the strait for regional oil exports, according to gCaptain.

gCaptain

operations April 6, 2026

Tanker with Iraqi Crude Navigates Strait of Hormuz

An oil tanker carrying Iraqi crude successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by gCaptain. This strategic passage near the Iranian coast is a vital route for global oil shipments.

gCaptain

Seatrade Maritime

operations April 5, 2026

Iran Permits Passage of 15 Ships Through Strait of Hormuz

Iran has allowed 15 ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. This development comes amid efforts by over 40 nations to increase diplomatic pressure to unblock the crucial waterway, while former President Trump has issued threats on social media.

Seatrade Maritime

gCaptain

operations April 4, 2026

Ships Begin Controlled Transit Through Hormuz Amid Ongoing Crisis

A limited number of merchant vessels have started cautiously navigating the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first movement after weeks of disruption, as reported by gCaptain. These regulated transits highlight a significant shift, indicating that one of the world's key shipping lanes is no longer functioning under typical commercial conditions.

gCaptain