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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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operations February 2, 2026

Port of Baltimore Achieves Record Cargo Volumes in 2025

The Port of Baltimore achieved record cargo volumes in 2025, marking a significant recovery following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, which resulted in six fatalities and major disruptions, as reported by gCaptain.

Port of Baltimore (US)

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Offshore Energy

operations February 2, 2026

Cyprus-flagged Vessel Extends Stay in Western Hemisphere

SeaBird Exploration, a subsidiary of SED Energy Holdings, has secured a contract to keep its Cyprus-flagged vessel in the Western Hemisphere for an additional three months, as reported by Offshore Energy.

Offshore Energy

gCaptain

operations February 2, 2026

Seattle Icebreaker Base to Receive $323M Upgrade for Arctic Operations

The US Coast Guard plans to invest $323 million in expanding and modernizing its icebreaker base in Seattle, as reported by gCaptain. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to enhance the Coast Guard's Arctic capabilities with new heavy icebreakers expected to join the fleet in the coming years.

Seattle (US)

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Seatrade Maritime

operations February 2, 2026

Wallenius Wilhelmsen Launches Gothenburg Ro-Ro Operations

Wallenius Wilhelmsen has commenced a 12-year contract to operate and develop the Gothenburg car terminal, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. This marks a significant step for the Scandinavian ro-ro company in expanding its operations.

Gothenburg (SE)

Seatrade Maritime

Offshore Energy

operations February 2, 2026

Innovative Designs Shape Future of Energy Terminals

Offshore Energy discusses the pivotal moment faced by the maritime energy sector, where innovation and safety are key in designing future energy terminals. This development is crucial for enhancing operational efficiency and environmental sustainability.

Offshore Energy

operations February 2, 2026

Bristow Secures Helicopter Services Deal with Equinor and Vår Energi

Bristow Group has secured a multi-year contract with Equinor and Vår Energi to provide helicopter transportation and search and rescue services on the Norwegian Continental Shelf, as reported by Offshore Energy. This agreement supports operations in the region, enhancing Bristow's presence in offshore aviation services.

Offshore Energy

Splash247

operations February 2, 2026

India Allocates $1.2bn for Domestic Container Production Boost

India is set to enhance its container manufacturing capabilities with a $1.2 billion investment over five years, as part of a budget pledge by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, reports Splash247. This initiative aims to build a domestic ecosystem for container production, contrasting with China's annual output of over 5 million units.

Splash247

Offshore Energy

operations February 2, 2026

McDermott Leads QatarEnergy's First Major Offshore Decommissioning

McDermott has been appointed by QatarEnergy to lead a significant offshore decommissioning project involving 27 platforms, marking Qatar's first major endeavor in this area, as reported by Offshore Energy. This initiative underscores Qatar's strategic move in offshore asset retirement.

Offshore Energy

gCaptain

operations January 31, 2026

Murmansk Ports Resume Operations After Power Disruptions

Operations at Russia’s Murmansk Bulk Terminal and Commercial Seaport have resumed following temporary suspensions due to power disruptions, as reported by Interfax. The ports were back in action late on Saturday, according to Bloomberg News, after addressing the earlier interruptions.

Murmansk Bulk Terminal (RU) Commercial Seaport (RU)

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