Latest maritime operations updates and reports
Offshore Energy
Prime Energy Resources Development is progressing with subsea installation works for its natural gas project off the coast of the Philippines, as reported by Offshore Energy. The company aims to bring the next stage of the project online before the end of 2026.
gCaptain
Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. has reportedly managed to export a second LNG shipment through the Strait of Hormuz, as indicated by ship-tracking data compiled by Bloomberg. This development occurs despite most traffic being halted due to the Iran conflict, gCaptain reports.
Splash247
TFG Marine, Trafigura's bunker fuel supply venture with Frontline and CMB.TECH, has obtained a working capital facility of up to $300 million from DBS Bank, as reported by Splash247. This financing aims to enhance liquidity for the company's trading activities and digitalized bunker deliveries.
Seatrade Maritime
Vessels have been anchored for sixty days as the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, with no signs of reopening, according to Seatrade Maritime. The prolonged closure has prompted calls for accountability regarding the delays.
gCaptain
President Donald Trump announced the suspension of the 'Project Freedom' maritime operation in the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by gCaptain. This pause comes as the United States engages in advancing negotiations with Iran.
gCaptain
Crowley has confirmed that its managed vessel, the CS Anthem, has successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by gCaptain. This transit highlights the limited number of U.S.-flagged ships navigating this strategic waterway.
Splash247
CMA CGM Group is expanding its logistics operations inland in the Gulf through a new cooperation deal with AD Ports Group, as reported by Splash247. This collaboration aims to enhance cargo flows via a network of rail-linked inland connections from Khalifa port.
gCaptain
gCaptain reports that a cruise ship is dealing with a hantavirus outbreak, with the World Health Organization suspecting limited human transmission among passengers. The ship is set to head to the Canary Islands after two ill crew members are evacuated.
Splash247
Damen Shipyards has begun operations at a significant repair base in West Africa through a joint venture with the Senegalese government, as reported by Splash247. The partnership with Société des Infrastructures de Réparation Navale (SIRN) will see Damen operate Damen Shiprepair Dakar, enhancing its support services in the region.
Offshore Energy
Shell and Kosmos Energy are set to begin drilling a hydrocarbon prospect in the Gulf of America next year, as reported by Offshore Energy. This initiative is part of their 2027 drilling agenda.
