South & Central Asia
ABS, MOL Team Up on up to 14 New Gas Carriers
ABS and MOL sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate on up to 14 new gas carriers.
Hyundai Samho to Build LNG-Powered Bulker Pair for H-Line
Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries receives an order for the construction of two LNG-fueled bulkers.
Cebu City Mayor Orders Massive Dredging or Rivers
Cebu City Mayor, Edgardo Labella, met the officials of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Cebu City Engineering District and City Hall Department earlier today, July 15, to discuss a plan to implement massive dredging of the different rivers and waterways in the city. According to a
India Takes Helm of International Association of Classification Societies
The year-long tenure started this month.
MAN, DSME and HSD Engine to Cooperate on Engine Digitization
Under the deal, the parties aim to define a framework for a future long-term strategic digital cooperation.
Höegh LNG completes PGN FSRU Lampung class renewal
Norway-based floating LNG giant Höegh LNG said it has completed class renewal of its PGN FSRU Lampung.
MacGregor’s buy of TTS’ marine and offshore business gets China approval
The Chinese competition regulator has finally given its approval for Cargotec’s MacGregor to buy marine and offshore business of TTS Group.
South Korea’s Kogas reports steep LNG sales drop in June
South Korean state-owned Korea Gas reported the largest drop in LNG sales since October 2017 in its latest monthly update.
Sixth Flex LNG carrier starts gas trials in South Korea
Flex LNG, company controlled by billionaire John Fredriksen and an emerging player in the LNG shipping business, has started gas trials in South Korea on its Flex Courageous LNG carrier.
Piraeus Bank Considers Asia Pacific Partner for Shipping Financing
The initiative aims at positioning Piraeus Bank at the forefront of servicing the needs of Greek shipping clients.
Top news of the week July 8-13
Total kicks up investment in Tellurian’s Driftwood LNG US LNG export project developer, Tellurian signed deals with units of France’s Total for the purchase of volumes from, as well as an investment in the 27.6 mtpa Driftwood LNG project near Lake Charles, Louisiana on the U.S. Gulf Coast. IHI to bu
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