Vessels
FPSO redeployment uncertainty puts BW Offshore into impairment mood again
BW Offshore has warned of impairment to the value of five FPSO units due to limited potential for future redeployment.
Terntank’s hybrid tanker puts in motion zero-emission port operations
On 10 February, Tern Island, Tertank’s new vessel that emits no greenhouse gases (GHG) or carbon particulates, arrived at Gothenburg Port performing zero-emission port operations.
Marell Boats and Scania to develop eco-friendly, hybrid interceptor
Swedish companies Marell Boats and Scania Power Solutions have joined forces to develop a next-generation, eco-friendly interceptor with a hybrid driveline, M17 Patrol.
Disney Cruise Line’s 1st LNG-fueled ship launched at Meyer Werft
German cruise shipbuilding group Meyer Werft has launched Disney Wish, the first LNG-fueled vessel for U.S.-based Disney Cruise Line.
North Sea operator hires Simon Møkster vessel
Simon Møkster Shipping has secured a new deal for one of its platform supply vessels with an undisclosed North Sea operator.
LNG-fueled Carnival Celebration launched at Meyer Turku
Carnival Cruise Line, the world’s largest cruise company, has had its second LNG-powered Excel-class cruise ship Carnival Celebration launched at Finnish shipyard Meyer Turku.
CMA CGM to phase out plastic waste shipping
French container shipping major CMA CGM will no longer be transporting any plastic waste aboard its ships, Rodolphe Saadé, Chairman and CEO of the group announced.
Energy Observer 2 shows that zero-emission cargo ship tech is here
The Ship It Zero coalition welcomed a new zero-emission cargo ship design unveiled by Energy Observer and called on big retailers to use this moment to move their business to ocean shipping carriers that can offer zero-emission shipping solutions.
11 sustainability-driven shipowners join Green Marine Europe
Environmental certification program Green Marine Europe has announced eleven new shipowners that have become candidates for GME labeling.
Solstad scores renewables trifecta
Norwegian vessel owner Solstad Offshore has secured contracts within the renewable energy sector for three of its subsea construction support vessels (CSVs). Normand Cutter is in charge of carrying out a 110-day firm contract for a cable project in Northern Europe. Work is set to commence this month
Besiktas: LNG Unity 1st LNG ship to dock in Turkey for repairs
Turkish ship repair yard Besiktas Shipyard says it welcomed LNG Unity as the first shipyard in the region providing in-house services for LNG repair activities.
Semco Maritime to service Floatel unit ahead of new job
Offshore accommodation rig provider Floatel has awarded Semco Maritime a contract for service work on a semi-submersible unit.
GTT gets HSHI tank design order for 3 LNG-fueled container vessels
French LNG containment specialist GTT has received the fuel tank design order for three new LNG-fueled container vessels from the Korean shipyard Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries (HSHI).
ZIM hires 13 Navios containerships
Israeli shipping company ZIM Integrated Shipping Services has entered into a new charter agreement with Monaco-based shipowner Navios Maritime Partners for a total of thirteen containerships.