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operations April 27, 2026

Ulsan Port Completes World's First Ammonia Bunkering

Ulsan Port Authority in South Korea has successfully conducted what it claims to be the world's first port-to-ship ammonia bunkering operation for a commercial vessel, as reported by gCaptain. This development marks a significant milestone in the maritime industry's pursuit of scalable zero-carbon fuels.

Ulsan Port (KR)

gCaptain

operations April 27, 2026

Strait of Hormuz Blockade Halts Ship Transits

The Strait of Hormuz is nearly shut to international shipping due to blockades imposed by Iran and the US, leaving this vital energy corridor largely inactive, as reported by gCaptain.

gCaptain

operations April 27, 2026

Muted Shipping Traffic Through Hormuz Amid US-Iran Stalemate

Shipping data indicates that at least seven dry bulk vessels have traversed the Strait of Hormuz in the past 24 hours, reflecting ongoing subdued activity, as reported by gCaptain. This comes amid stalled negotiations between Iran and the United States.

gCaptain

Offshore Energy

operations April 27, 2026

Japanese Firms Launch Ammonia Supply Demo for Vessels in Singapore

Sumitomo Corporation, Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (“K” Line), and Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK) have initiated a demonstration project on ammonia supply for vessels in Singapore, as reported by Offshore Energy. This collaboration aims to explore sustainable fuel options for maritime operations.

Singapore (SG)

Offshore Energy

operations April 27, 2026

Saipem's Drillship to Appraise Oil Discovery Off Namibia

Rhino Resources has contracted a drillship from Italy’s Saipem to assess a light oil discovery in Block 2914 of the Orange Basin, as reported by Offshore Energy. This appraisal activity is part of a broader exploration campaign off the coast of Namibia.

Offshore Energy

operations April 27, 2026

Archer Secures Multi-Year Contract Extension with Equinor in Norway

Archer, an oil services company listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange, has secured a multi-year contract extension with Equinor for operations on the Norwegian Continental Shelf, as reported by Offshore Energy. This extension will keep Archer active in Norway for an additional three years.

Offshore Energy

Seatrade Maritime

operations April 27, 2026

PIL and PSA to Launch Singapore's First Green Transhipment Service

Seatrade Maritime reports that Pacific International Lines (PIL) and PSA International are set to launch Singapore's first green transhipment shipping service. The trial, slated for May, follows a Memorandum of Understanding signed in March 2025 with DNV.

Singapore (SG)

Seatrade Maritime

Offshore Energy

operations April 27, 2026

Equinor Secures Barents Sea Drilling Permit with Transocean Rig

Equinor, Norway's state-owned energy company, has received a drilling permit for operations in the Barents Sea on the Norwegian Continental Shelf, utilizing a semi-submersible rig owned by Transocean, as reported by Offshore Energy.

Offshore Energy

Splash247

operations April 27, 2026

Seafarers Stranded in Persian Gulf Amid Ongoing Stand-off

Splash247 reports that 20,000 seafarers aboard 1,600 vessels are stranded in the Persian Gulf, with many feeling forgotten by the world. IMO Secretary General Arsenio Dominguez has highlighted their plight, sharing the story of a seafarer trapped in the region for over six months.

Splash247

operations April 26, 2026

Boluda Expands in Southeast Asia with Seatrium Asset Acquisition

European towage leader Boluda has acquired tug assets and operations from Seatrium Group in Singapore, enhancing its presence in one of the world's busiest maritime hubs, as reported by Splash247. The acquisition includes Seatrium's harbor tug fleet and towage services linked to its shipyard activities.

Singapore (SG)

Splash247