Maritime Industry Top News
Australia Won’t Commit Troops in Advance to Any Conflict
Australia will not commit troops in advance to any conflict, Defence Industry Minister Pat Conroy said on Sunday, responding to a report that the Pentagon has pressed its ally to clarify what role it would play if the U.S. and China went to war over Taiwan.Australia prioritises its sovereignty and "we don't discuss hypotheticals", Conroy said in an interview with the Australian Broadcasting Corporation."The…
Search Called Off for Crew Missing from Eternity C
Maritime agencies Diaplous and Ambrey said on Sunday they had ended their search for the remaining crew of the Eternity C cargo ship that was attacked by Yemen's Houthi militants last week.The decision was made at the request of the vessel's owner, both agencies said.The Liberia-flagged, Greek-operated Eternity C sank on Wednesday morning following attacks over two consecutive days, according to sources…
Trelleborg Acquires Masterseals Sealing Specalist in Singapore
Trelleborg Group has, through its business area, Trelleborg Sealing Solutions, signed an agreement to acquire Masterseals, a Singapore–based company specializing in sealing solutions for the energy sector and industrial applications.Masterseals is known for its engineered sealing solutions produced in small series for demanding operating environments. In addition to manufacturing, the company also operates as a technical service center focused on aftermarket support and short delivery times.
Carnival Corporation: Celebrating Bill Burke’s Leadership
After nearly half a century of making his mark on the maritime world, Vice Admiral (Ret.) William (Bill) Burke is charting a new course: retirement.Bill joined Carnival Corporation in 2013 as Chief Maritime Officer, bringing with him a legacy of leadership forged beneath the waves. A submariner at heart, he commanded the USS Toledo and Submarine Squadron Two, later rising through the Navy’s highest ranks to shape U.S. national defense strategy and fleet readiness.
Whatever the Mission, the Coast Guard’s Got a Boat for It
The Coast Guard (including its heritage services) have employed boats since the beginning. Boats are just as important, if not more so, than ever.America’s first “boat force” came about in 1878, with the creation of the United States Life Saving Service (USLSS), whose boat crews rescued mariners in distress along the nation’s coast line. In 1915, the USLSS merged with the United States Revenue Cutter Service (established in 1790) to form the modern-day United States Coast Guard.
Inland Freight Shipping on Mosel River Reopened After Passenger Vessel Accident
Inland waterways freight shipping on the river Mosel in western Germany is back to normal with ships able to use a damaged lock for sailings in both directions on the river, navigation authorities said on Friday.Shipping was stopped on the river, an important transit route for grains and rapeseed between Germany and France, after an accident involving a passenger vessel last week damaged a lock at Sankt Aldegund between Koblenz and Trier.But the damaged lock is functioning…
Ships Seek to Avoid Red Sea Attacks With Messages That Claim No Connections to Israel
Commercial ships still sailing through the Red Sea are broadcasting messages about their nationality and even religion on their public tracking systems to avoid being targeted by Yemen's Houthis after deadly attacks this week by the militia.The Red Sea is a critical waterway for oil and commodities but traffic has dropped sharply since Houthi attacks off Yemen's coast began in November 2023 in what…
IHI, Vopak Collaborate to Develop and Operate Japanese Ammonia Terminal
IHI Corporation and Royal Vopak have signed a joint development agreement under which IHI and Vopak plan to establish a new joint venture. Taking into account the ongoing progress of domestic infrastructure development within the country, IHI and Vopak plan to participate in projects for the development and operation of an ammonia terminal in Japan, aiming to start operations in the Japanese fiscal year 2030…
DOF Sells Two AHTS Vessels
Norwegian offshore supply vessel owner DOF Group has signed agreements to sell two of its anchor handling tug supply (AHTS) vessel to an international buyer.The sold vessels include Skandi Tender and Skandi Trader, both build in 2009.The sale of Skandi Trader is contingent upon the buyer’s inspection, DOF Group added, not disclosing any additional details.Both vessels are planned to be delivered to the new owner in September 2025.
First RAstar 3200-W Series Tugboat Delivered to Egyptian Navy
The Ras Alhekma terminal support/escort tug has been delivered to the Egyptian Navy in Alexandria, Egypt.The name, Ras Alhekma is a coastal region located on a cape along Egypt’s Mediterranean shoreline.The RAstar 3200-W series tug was recently completed at Alexandria Shipyard and is the first of series of five that are being built in the yard.The RAstar escort series tug features unique sponsoned hull form developed exclusively by Robert Allan Ltd.…
Persevering with Hydrogen as a Maritime Fuel
Hydrogen fuel cell power plants for ships face the challenge of hydrogen’s low volumetric energy density at normal temperature and pressure and its low electricity-to-electricity energy conversion efficiency compared to batteries.The justification for persevering with hydrogen as a marine fuel, though, is that other leading candidates for future fuels (such as e-methanol and e-ammonia) require a hydrogen feedstock for production.
Latin America's First Electric Tug Debuts
SAAM christened Trapananda, reported to be the first electric tugboat in Latin America. Thanks to a strategic partnership with Enap, the electric tug will operate in one of the southernmost terminals in the world, Puerto Chacabuco, in the Aysén Region, supporting ship berthing and deberthing operations.The tug measures 25 x 13m and brings 70 tons of bollard pull capacity, enabling it to assist large vessels in challenging harbor conditions.
Fincantieri Delivers Cruise Ship Oceania Allura
Fincantieri and Oceania Cruises, a brand of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd., celebrated the delivery of Oceania Allura at the Sestri Ponente shipyard in Genoa. The vessel is the latest cruise ship to join the shipowner’s fleet, sister ship to Oceania Vista, which was handed over by the same yard in 2023.The ceremony was attended by Pierroberto Folgiero, CEO and Managing Director of Fincantieri…
Crowley Adds Third LNG Ship to Fleet Servicing Caribbean and Central America
Crowley’s newest, LNG-powered containership, Tiscapa, began its inaugural service today, adding faster, bigger options for timely ocean cargo transport around the U.S., Caribbean and Central America.Like its sister ships in the Avance Class, Tiscapa features container capacity for 1,400 TEUs (20-foot equivalent units), including 300 refrigerated units. This ship was specifically designed to quickly…
Houthi Leader: Shipping Goods Related to Israel Through the Region Isn't Permitted
Yemeni Houthi militia leader Abdul-Malik al-Houthi said on Thursday (July 10) that no company would be permitted to transport goods related to Israel through designated areas at sea.“It is not permissible for any company transporting goods for the Israeli enemy through the declared area of operations. Our position in this regard is firm," said al-Houthi in his weekly televised speech.The insurance…
Vard, Inkfish Sign Shipbuilding Contract for New Research Vessel
Vard, the Norwegian subsidiary of the Group and one of the world's leading builders of specialized vessels, has signed a new contract with the US research organization Inkfish for the design and construction of an advanced research vessel. The deal is valued at over USD$233 million (€200 million).The custom-built research vessel, designated Project RV6000, is specifically designed for scientific exploration.
Ascenz Marorka To Equip Four RoRo Vessels With Voyage Optimization Solution
Ascenz Marorka, a Smart Shipping company of the GTT Group, has been selected by LD Armateurs (LDA) to equip four RoRo vessels with its advanced Voyage Optimisation solution. The agreement covers three new-build RoRo vessels currently under construction and the existing RoRo Ville de Bordeaux.The solution, enhanced with dedicated features for wind-powered ships, will enable LDA to maximize the performance of its wind propulsion systems.
Four More Crew Saved From Eternity C, 11 still missing
Rescuers pulled three more crew members and a security guard alive from the Red Sea on Thursday, maritime security sources said, a day after Houthi militants sank the Greek ship Eternity C and said they were holding some of the crew still missing.It was the second Greek bulk carrier sunk this week by the Iran-aligned Houthi militia, shattering months of relative calm off Yemen's coast, the gateway…
Red Sea Insurance Spikes After Houthi Ship Attacks
The insurance cost of shipping goods through the Red Sea has more than doubled in recent days after Yemen's Houthis attacked and sank two ships, killing at least four seafarers after months of calm, industry sources said on Thursday.The Red Sea is a critical waterway for oil and commodities but traffic has dropped sharply since Houthi attacks off Yemen's coast began in November 2023 in what the Iran…
Meyer Turku Delivers Star of the Seas, Second Vessel in Icon Class
Meyer Turku has today handed over the Star of the Seas to Royal Caribbean. Star of the Seas is the second Icon class ship built at the Meyer Turku shipyard. Star of the Seas will leave the shipyard in mid-July and will later in the summer start sailing on the Caribbean from its home port in Port Canaveral.Star of the Seas' eight different neighbourhoods include the largest water park in the seas, the Central Park with live plants…
