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Technology group Wärtsilä has signed a ten-year Lifecycle Agreement with Spanish ferry operator Baleària. The agreement covers Baleària’s new high-speed aluminium structure catamaran Ro-Pax ferry, the Margarita Salas, which recently entered service.  Margarita Salas The ship was built at the Astilleros Armon Gijon yard in Spain. It operates with four Wärtsilä 31DF dual-fuel engines, four Wärtsilä WXJ hydraulic waterjets, and fea...

The Royal Thai Navy aims to purchase two frigates, with a budget for the fiscal year 2026, which will likely receive parliamentary approval. On January 18, at the National Memorial, Admiral Jirapol Wongwit, Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Navy, provided an update on the progress of procuring two frigates. He stated that the process is currently in the budgeting phase, which exceeds 1 billion baht and requires Cabinet approval before being forwarded to Parliament for consideration. Safegua...

DNV has appointed Cristina Saenz de Santa Maria as Chief Operating Officer, with effect from 1 January 2025.  "The maritime industry is navigating growing complexities, from its operating environment to the expanding network of diverse stakeholders it serves and interacts with,” says Knut Ørbeck-Nilssen, CEO, DNV Maritime. “To address these challenges and seize new opportunities, the addition of a COO strengthens our leadership team, ensuring we are well-positioned to me...

ClassNK has granted its Innovation Endorsement for Products & Solutions to ‘D-VESSELKEEPER: EEM and PHM' developed by WinKong Marine Engineering Co., Ltd. ClassNK-registered vessels equipped with the product can be given the 'DSS' notations (EE+Sn, MM), which indicate ships with advanced digital technology. Innovative functions In order to promote the spread and development of innovative technologies, ClassNK has offered Innovation Endorsement for Products & Solutions. ...

SEAONICS has signed a record-breaking contract covering the delivery of five Electric Controlled Motion Compensated ECMC Gangways and five ECMC 3D Cranes for an international customer to a series of walk-to-work offshore newbuilds under construction at global shipbuilder VARD's yard in Vietnam. The advanced equipment will enable the vessels to provide comprehensive maintenance, supply and operational services to offshore oil-and-gas installations.  Benefits of the DC grid and battery solu...

ABS is investing in the expansion of its services to build on its position and ensure it is well-placed to meet the growing needs of the marine and offshore industries. That was the message for maritime pioneers from across the region at the annual ABS Southeast Asia Regional Committee meeting. “Our safety-driven mission continues to serve us well, and we are building on this strong foundation by investing in widening and deepening the scope of our class services,” said Christo...

Swiss marine power company - WinGD has seen key parameters in line with expectations during early testing of its new X-DF-A ammonia-fuelled engine design. A 52-bore single-cylinder version of the X-DF-A engine is running at the company’s Engine Research and Innovation Centre (ERIC) in Winterthur, with final validation to be completed in time for the first engine deliveries in June 2025. Ammonia combustion system Single-cylinder testing will allow rapid validation of the ammonia combusti...

DNV has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with HD Hyundai Mipo (HMD) and HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (KSOE). The collaboration focuses on developing standards for testing electric-powered vessels through the use of digital twin-based criteria and procedures, to enhance ship safety and efficiency. Hardware-in-the-loop (HiL) testing This collaborative project aims to resolve issues related to the integration of highly complex vessel systems for electric propulsion....

Teledyne Marine is pleased to announce the integration of ClearSignal™, the world’s renowned biofouling protection coating, into its SeaBat and BlueView sonar equipment. This enhancement is a welcome addition for customers who want durable, low-maintenance marine instrumentation. Why ClearSignal™? ClearSignal™ is a nonstick, inert, and nontoxic coating specially developed to combat the biofouling of marine instruments. The coating reduces the amount of biofouling...

MAN Energy Solutions will deliver a 50 MWel methanation reactor for the Ren-Gas Tampere e-methane plant. The equipment delivery will consist of a catalytic methanation reactor designed and manufactured at MAN Energy Solutions Deggendorf, Germany.   Ren-Gas, the pioneering green hydrogen and e-methane project developer in Finland, has announced the selection of MAN Energy Solution as one of the key technology providers for the Tampere Power-to-Gas project. MAN’s advanced techn...

Vestdavit has achieved a new sales record for the third successive year as its order intake hit an all-time high of Nkr380m in 2024, fuelled by increased davit orders from its core naval market, as well as the offshore energy sector. New sales record "It has been another fantastic year," says Vestdavit’s Sales and Business Development Director - Tarjei Isaksen. Tarjei Isaksen adds, "The significant orders boost was achieved despite a transition in our Sales & Marketing department th...

Kongsberg Maritime has secured a contract to supply advanced propulsion and manoeuvring technology for two new KCR-70 Fast Attack Crafts for the Indonesian Navy. These vessels are currently under construction at the Sefine Shipyard in Türkiye. Equipment package The Kongsberg Maritime equipment package includes an innovative propulsion system that combines twin controllable pitch propeller (CPP) Promas systems for high efficiency at patrol speeds with a single Kamewa waterjet to provide bo...

Windsor Port Authority, one of just 17 national ports created by the 1999 Canada Marine Act, has enhanced waterway safety and security across its jurisdiction on the U.S.-Canada border with state-of-the-art cameras from Axis Communications. These cameras, combined with radar solutions from Accipiter Radar Technologies Inc., provide the port with the visibility needed to prevent collisions, better detect illegal activity, and save lives along the river. Windsor Port Located on the Detroit...

Hefring Marine, a globally renowned provider of intelligent maritime solutions, is proud to announce the expansion of its collaboration with the Norwegian Society for Sea Rescue (Redningsselskapet). Following a rigorous two-year competitive selection process, Hefring Marine’s IMAS system has been chosen to be equipped on Redningsselskapet’s entire fleet, further strengthening Norway’s search and rescue capabilities. Hefring Marine’s IMAS prototype This agreement marks...

According to new research on cybersecurity in the energy sector, energy companies are taking cyber threats seriously at the highest levels. Two in three energy professionals (65%) say their leadership views cybersecurity as the greatest current risk to their business. More than two-thirds of energy professionals (71%) expect their company to increase investment in cybersecurity this year.  Cybersecurity According to the latest Energy Cyber Priority report from DNV Cyber, energy companies...

Heerema aimed to enhance the capabilities of the SSCV Thialf by equipping it with the MCGF for monopile installation. Positioned on the port side, the MCGF ensures the monopile remains upright and within the required tolerances during installation from the moving vessel.  Following the successful upgrade of the Aegir, Heerema contracted Ulstein to assist with this conversion as well. Integration tasks and successful cooperation The MCGF is connected to the vessel's...

The ULSTEIN SX216 vessels showcase Ulstein's commitment to innovation and excellence in maritime design. They are specifically tailored to meet the demanding needs of the offshore wind industry.   TWIN X-STERN® design The ULSTEIN TWIN X-STERN® design features two sterns and four main propeller units, two at each end, resulting in excellent operability with either end towards the weather. This design improves fuel efficiency, dynamic positioning capability, manoeuvrabili...

Ulstein Verft is pleased to welcome BS Offshore back at the shipyard. This will be their first ULSTEIN SX222 CSOV.  SX222 design The hull arrival marks a significant milestone in constructing this state-of-the-art vessel, designed to support the growing offshore wind industry. The SX222 design, known for its superior operational performance and seakeeping abilities, will ensure the vessel meets the highest efficiency and safety standards. Reliability, operability, and sustainabilit...

In 2024, Ulstein Verft delivered two new builds, the Construction Service Operation Vessels (CSOV) ‘Olympic Boreas’ and ‘Olympic Notos’. Olympic Boreas was awarded the Maritime Innovation of the Year and nominated for ‘Ship of the Year’.  Several more Ulstein Verft new buildings are in various phases of construction at the CRIST hull yard, including four CSOVs and one cable-laying vessel. Ulstein Verft aftermarket In 2024, 18 vessels stayed at Ulstein...

Technology group Wärtsilä has introduced its new EnviroPac feature for the Wärtsilä 34DF constant-speed engine. The feature is designed to significantly reduce methane emissions while maintaining the engine’s high-power output and compliance with IMO Tier 3 NOx requirements.  The first order for engines with this new feature has been placed by the French shipping company CMA CGM. The engines will be installed in eight new LNG-operated container vessels being built...

DNV has awarded an AiP to HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) for its innovative vacuum-insulated large-scale liquefied hydrogen tank, another advancement in providing practical storage solutions for liquefied hydrogen (LH2). Large-scale liquid hydrogen storage Developing cost-effective and flexible large-scale liquid hydrogen storage with higher safety, and lower operational and capital cost is essential if LH2 is to realise its promise for decarbonising industries, suc...

Amogy, a provider of mature, scalable, and efficient ammonia-to-power solutions, announced that it raised $56 million in venture financing, bringing the total raised since inception to more than $270 million. The round was co-led by existing investor - Aramco Ventures and new investor - SV Investment.  Additional new investors Additional new investors participating in the round include Samsung Heavy Industries, BHP Ventures, Hanwha Investment & Securities, AFW Partners, Quantum Ventu...

The Coast Guard Foundation, a non-profit organisation committed to strengthening the Coast Guard community and service by supporting members and families, extends its heartfelt appreciation to its 2024 Anchor Sponsors for their remarkable generosity. Anchor Sponsors make an annual commitment to the Foundation at leadership levels that play an integral role in supporting Coast Guard members and families who serve the nation. Coast Guard Foundation’s mission The Foundation is proud to re...

Nor-Shipping is enhancing its conference programme for 2025 with a bold line-up of new events targeting evolving ocean business opportunities. This year’s Nor-Shipping, taking place 2-6 June in Oslo and Lillestrøm, Norway, sees the arrival of dedicated conferences focused on financing, LNG, and seabed minerals. It’s a revamp that, notes Sidsel Norvik, Nor-Shipping Director 'meets growing demand, while also highlighting both opportunities and challenges for future business po...

A new era of offshore operations has begun with the successful delivery of REACH REMOTE 1, a 24-metre unmanned surface vessel (USV) designed by Kongsberg Maritime. This ground-breaking achievement marks a significant milestone through collaboration between Kongsberg Maritime, REACH SUBSEA ASA, Massterly, and Trosvik Maritime. Intensive sea trials Designed to revolutionise offshore operations, the REACH REMOTE 1 is packed with cutting-edge KONGSBERG technology. Its delivery foll...

The Maritime Standard announces that the Ship Finance and Trade Conference 2025 will take place on Tuesday, 18th February 2025, at the Taj Exotica Resort, The Palm, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). This prestigious event will gather global leaders, financial experts, and key stakeholders from the maritime industry to discuss innovative financial strategies and sustainable solutions that will shape the future of ship finance and trade. ‘Financing Green Shipping Solutions’ The the...

The Northern Lighthouse Board’s new vessel, POLE STAR, currently under construction at GONDAN Shipbuilders, Castropol, Asturias, Spain, was launched on 14 January 2025. The vessel successfully left the slipway and entered the Ria del Eo before being towed to a berth at the shipyard. Safety service to mariners Phil Day, Director of Operations with the Northern Lighthouse Board (NLB), said: "This is a momentous occasion for the shipyard and for NLB. To see the vessel successfully launch i...

Lloyd’s List Intelligence, a globally renowned maritime data, insights and analytics provider, announces the acquisition of Infospectrum, an independent provider of counterparty risk appraisal reports & data, due diligence research and KYC intelligence.  This acquisition expands Lloyd’s List Intelligence’s ability to deliver market-renowned analysis and risk management intelligence solutions. The integration of Infospectrum’s comprehensive counterparty risk appr...

Gibdock has announced the launch of Gibdock Yachting as a dedicated division focusing on a key area of business growth for the Gibraltar ship repair and maintenance yard. Gibdock Yachting will build on Gibdock’s long-standing expertise in maintaining and refitting superyachts. It will also work in a strategic partnership with BWA Yachting - the world’s largest superyacht agency and yachting services provider – to communicate the yard’s reputation for high quality and on...

Scienco/FAST, along with UniBallast, B.V. based in Rotterdam, The Netherlands, proudly announces the launch of the portable InTankFITT® Container, a containerised version of its revolutionary filterless Ballast Water Treatment System (BWTS), InTank®. InTankFITT® Container Designed to address the growing regulatory and operational challenges in ballast water management, this solution represents a major advancement in maritime technology. Compact and Portable Design: The container...