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Berlin Mаеrsk - New Maersk vessel class to enter service
A.P. Moller - Maersk (Maersk) has named the first vessel in a series of 17,480 TEU vessels equipped with dual-fuel methanol propulsion. The naming event took place on 18 June at Hyundai Heavy Industries’ (HHI) yard in Ulsan, South Korea. The vessel, …
Jun 26, 2025 / Vessels
Solvang begins construction of first two VLGCs at HD Hyundai Heavy Industries
April 14 2025 was a memorable day in Solvang's history, as the steel was cut for the two first hulls in the Panamax VLGC newbuilding series planned for delivery in 2026 and 2027. The steel cutting took place at HD Hyundai Heavy Industries at Ulsan …
Apr 18, 2025 / Vessels
Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha takes delivery of 7,000-vehicle LNG-fueled car carrier TRITON HIGHWAY
A car carrier with a capacity of 7,000 vehicles has been delivered to Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. (K LINE) on April 10. The vessel is mainly fueled by liquefied natural gas (LNG) and has been constructed at the Marugame Headquarters of Imabari …
Apr 11, 2025 / Vessels
Panama Canal and the United States of America sign joint declaration on security and warship toll compensation
The Panama Canal announces that a joint declaration on security matters has been signed between the Minister for Canal Affairs of Panama and the United States Secretary of Defense. The declaration reaffirms respect for, and the recognition of, …
Apr 11, 2025 / Curious
The Panama Canal authorizes the start of an open bidding process for the transportation of energy products
The Panama Canal Board of Directors has authorized to open a bidding process for the development of a new pipeline for the transfer of energy products which will complement operations in the interoceanic waterway. This complementary activity will be …
Apr 7, 2025 / Curious
Naming ceremony for Damen Electric Fast Ferry
Reederei Norden-Frisia names first German electric catamaran Frisia E-I Reederei Norden-Frisia has held a naming ceremony for its latest vessel, the Frisia E-I. In a boost for sustainable public transport, the vessel, a Damen Fast Ferry 3209 …
Mar 25, 2025 / Vessels
AAL Shipping Names Fifth Super B-Class Vessel After Middle East Project Hub
Premium project heavy lift carrier, AAL Shipping (AAL), has held a formal naming ceremony for its fifth Super B-Class vessel, the ‘AAL Dubai’. This latest addition not only enhances AAL’s third-generation newbuilding fleet but also commemorates the …
Mar 13, 2025 / Vessels
Snam’s FSRU BW Singapore successfully moors in Ravenna
Friday (Feb 28), the regasification vessel BW Singapore successfully completed its mooring manoeuvre about 8 kilometres offshore Ravenna, fully in line with the planned schedule. After reaching the port of Palermo last December, and performing the …
Mar 5, 2025 / Vessels
CMA CGM to develop an electric barge solution to serve Vietnam operations
CMA CGM, a global player in maritime, land, air, and logistics solutions, will build and deploy for operation a brand-new zero emissions inland transport solution in Vietnam: a 100% green electricity barge coupled with dedicated charging …
Dec 17, 2024 / Curious
TecPlata: First Buenos Aires terminal certified to receive neo-Panamax ships
TecPlata, Argentina’s most modern port terminal, has been certified by the Argentine Naval Prefecture to handle docking maneuvers for Neo-Panamax vessels. The accreditation makes TecPlata the first terminal in Buenos Aires and in the country capable …
Dec 17, 2024 / Curious