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FSG to build RoRo vessel with LNG propulsion for Australian company, SeaRoad

Presently, a distance of more than 16,000 kilometres, or almost half-way around the globe, seems insurmountable when it comes to signing a contract, unless the contracting parties agree to do so in synch via video link. That is precisely how the …

Sep 21, 2021 / Vessels

Successful new start for Flensburger Schiffbau-Gesellschaft (FSG): keel laying for newbuilding 782

In a traditional keel-laying ceremony at Flensburger Schiffbau-Gesellschaft (FSG), the first hull segment of the newbuilding number 782, weighing more than 50 tons, was lowered by crane onto the blocks. In accordance with maritime custom, a 1-euro …

Dec 30, 2020 / Curious

Brittany Ferries Cancels Newbuild Order

French shipping company Brittany Ferries has terminated its contract with German shipbuilder Flensburger Schiffbau-Gesellschaft (FSG) for the construction of a liquefied natural gas (LNG) fueled RoPax ferry, the shipyard announced Thursday.Stefan …

Jun 19, 2020 / Vessels

Flensburger Schiffbau-Gesellschaft suspends operations

As a result of the spread of Covid-19 in Europe, many countries have closed their borders and are recalling their citizens from abroad. This directly affects Flensburger Schiffbau-Gesellschaft (FSG) and its subcontractors, suppliers as well as …

Mar 18, 2020 / Curious

FSG confirms the amicable cancellation of two shipbuilding orders with TT-LINE

Flensburger Schiffbau-Gesellschaft mbH & Co. KG. (FSG), the German shipyard, confirmed on Thursday (Feb27) the cancellation of two shipbuilding contracts with the Australian shipping company, TT-Line.The cancellation of the orders 778 and 779 for …

Feb 28, 2020 / Curious