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gCaptain

operations February 3, 2026

Great Lakes Ports Explore New Cargo Pathways with Inland Waterways Study

The American Great Lakes Ports Association (AGLPA) has initiated a study to explore the economic and transportation benefits of expanding cargo shipments between the Great Lakes and inland waterways, as reported by gCaptain. This unprecedented partnership aims to enhance connectivity between the nation's two busiest inland shipping channels.

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gCaptain

operations February 3, 2026

Gemini Service Resumes in Red Sea via Suez

Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd have announced the return of the Gemini Cooperation service to the Red Sea, marking a significant step in restoring maritime traffic through the Suez Canal. This development is seen as a cautious yet promising move in one of the world's most disrupted maritime regions, as reported by gCaptain.

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Splash247

operations February 3, 2026

Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd Resume Red Sea Route on Gemini Service

Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd are set to resume transits through the Red Sea on their shared Gemini Cooperation service, ME11, as reported by Splash247. This decision marks a cautious return to the corridor after months of diversions around the Cape of Good Hope.

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Seatrade Maritime

operations February 3, 2026

Contecon Manzanillo Reaches 12 Million TEU Milestone

Contecon Manzanillo has surpassed 12 million TEU, as reported by Seatrade Maritime, marking a significant achievement despite a sluggish market on Mexico's Pacific coast. The terminal's throughput growth has outpaced market expectations, highlighting its operational efficiency.

Contecon Manzanillo (MX)

Seatrade Maritime

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.

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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)

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