Latest maritime operations updates and reports
Offshore Energy
AF Offshore Decom, a subsidiary of AF Gruppen, has been contracted by Ithaca Energy for a decommissioning project on the UK Continental Shelf, as reported by Offshore Energy. This marks another significant assignment for AF Offshore Decom in the North Sea region.
Offshore Energy
Belgian shipping company Exmar has secured a contract to provide a floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) unit for a $4 billion hydro-powered project located in the traditional territory of the Haisla Nation on Canada's West Coast, as reported by Offshore Energy.
Offshore Energy
Jumbo Offshore has completed the pre-installation of mooring for an FPSO unit for ExxonMobil's oil project off Guyana, as reported by Offshore Energy. This marks a significant step towards first oil for ExxonMobil's fifth project in the region.
Splash247
Turkey's Arkas Line has entered a six-month trial with Utah-based GenFlat Holdings to test collapsible containers on a trade route starting April 2026, as reported by Splash247. The trial aims to evaluate the operational performance and potential savings in repositioning, yard space, and handling fees.
Splash247
CK Hutchison has issued a warning to A.P. Moller-Maersk regarding operations at the Balboa and Cristobal terminals, as reported by Splash247. The Hong Kong terminal operator stated that any attempt by APM Terminals to assume control without consent would lead to legal action and claims for damages.
gCaptain
Two Mexican-flagged ships delivered 814 tons of humanitarian aid to Havana Harbor, defying U.S. pressure as reported by gCaptain. This move comes after Mexico stopped oil shipments to Cuba in January but committed to providing food assistance.
gCaptain
CK Hutchison, based in Hong Kong, has intensified its legal dispute over Panama Canal port concessions by initiating treaty arbitration, as reported by gCaptain. This move raises uncertainty over operations at the Balboa and Cristobal terminals amid Panama's plans for a forced transition.
Seatrade Maritime
Hutchison has issued a warning to APM Terminals and other parties, cautioning against engaging in 'unlawful actions' at the ports of Balboa and Cristobal, as reported by Seatrade Maritime.
Offshore Energy
SLB has secured multiple contracts for offshore drilling services with Mubadala Energy for a gas project off Indonesia's coast, as reported by Offshore Energy. The collaboration involves the UAE-based subsidiary of Mubadala Investment Company, owned by Abu Dhabi's government.
Offshore Energy
Kito Crosby, a Texas-based company specializing in lifting and securement, has been awarded a contract for a new floating production unit (FPU) in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico, as reported by Offshore Energy.
