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Kidnapped crew members of Curacao Trader freed
The 13 crew members of product tanker MT Curacao Trader, who were kidnapped off Benin back in July, have been released and are all safe and well. The information was confirmed by the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs earlier this week, saying that 7 Russian sailors were released on August 24. As O
Sovcomflot’s profit rockets
Russia’s largest shipping company Sovcomflot logged a 149 percent rise in first-half net profit on the back of a strong term contracts portfolio. Sovcomflot reported a net profit of $226.4 million in the January-June period, compared to $91 million a year ago. Revenue increased by 19.8 per cent year
Silversea’s newest cruise ship aces sea trials
Silversea Cruises’ new ultra-luxury cruise ship Silver Moon successfully carried out its sea trials between 8 and 20 August.
COVID-19 hinders Nordic Shipholding’s merger talks
Discussions on a potential merger between Danish shipowner Nordic Shipholding and an unidentified tanker firm have been delayed due to the impact of COVID-19 pandemic, the company said. “The majority shareholder of the company had commenced merger discussions with a potential entity since late 2019.
Schottel to supply pump jets for additional Mystic Cruises newbuilds
Germany’s propulsion manufacturer Schottel has won a contract to supply pump jets for five additional expedition cruise ships — with option to include a sixth — for Portuguese cruise line Mystic Cruises.
Mapping of zero-emission projects shows strong focus on hydrogen vessels
There are 66 projects zero-emission pilots and demonstration projects underway in shipping, according to the preliminary results of a mapping exercise carried out by the Getting to Zero Coalition. As explained, the mapping seeks to build awareness and understanding of the pilot projects currently un
Port of Hamburg’s cargo volumes hit by COVID-19
Germany’s largest universal port, the Port of Hamburg, felt the negative effects of the COVID-19 pandemic in the first half of this year.
Gasum in first LNG STS bunkering at Copenhagen Malmö Port
The Nordic energy company Gasum completed the first ship-to-ship LNG bunkering in Malmö at the Copenhagen Malmö Port (CMP).
Rolls-Royce launches Power Lab unit to develop fuel cells, synthetic fuels
British engineering major Rolls-Royce with its Friedrichshafen-based business Power Systems has set up a new organizational unit named Power Lab, which will focus on developing net-zero carbon drive and energy solutions for the marine and infrastructure sectors. The company plans to put a strong emp
British ports create new network to prepare for autonomous ships
The British Ports Association (BPA) has launched a new initiative looking at the implications of autonomous shipping for UK ports, including a call for evidence from interested parties.
Keel laid for HST’s new hybrid Chartwell 24 CTV
Diverse Marine has laid the keel for High Speed Transfers’ new hybrid Chartwell 24 crew transfer vessel (CTV) HST Ella. Hull fabrication for HST Ella is currently underway at the Isle of Wight yard in the UK, HST said. In July, HST revealed it had awarded Chartwell Marine with a contract to design a
Containership orderbook drops below 10% threshold for the 1st time in 20 years
The global containership orderbook, seen as a percentage of the world fleet, has dropped to a historic low in July 2020, standing at only 9.4% or 2.21 million TEU, data from Alphaliner shows. This was the first time in more than 20 years, the global newbuilding pipeline fell below the 10% threshold.
World’s largest LNG bunkering ship arrives in Rotterdam
The 18,600-cbm LNG bunkering newbuild Gas Agility has finally arrived offshore Rotterdam as it prepares to start operations. The 135 meters long vessel owned by Japan’s Mitsui O.S.K. Lines serves a long-term charter contract with France-based energy giant Total. The vessel arrived during the weekend
Port of Kiel eyes autonomous ferry operations with new 5G project
Germany’s city of Kiel announced plans to use the 5G network technology for autonomous ferry shipping operations in the port area.