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Wilson Sons’ port support operation in Açu Port completes five years
Partnership between the companies, which started in 2016, focuses on innovation and sustainability for the development of the Brazilian port and maritime sectorThe Wilson Sons’ Towage business unit ended 2021 celebrating five years of operations at …
Jan 14, 2022 / Curious
Wilson Sons sets record for ship-to-ship LNG operations
During the last 10 months, Wilson Sons has registered a record of LNG ship-to-ship operations (STS).Wilson Sons towage unit operated in more than 15 operations to transfer LNG from gas tankers to FSRUs. Most of the operations took place at Celse’s …
Dec 3, 2021 / Curious
Wilson Sons invests in the port support market for the oil and gas industry
With the largest fleet of tugs in Brazil, the company stands out in towing operations for the O&G sectorWith the recent demand and oil prices recovery in the international market, large companies are starting to move forward with new projects. A …
Nov 5, 2021 / Curious
Rhenus Maritime Services starts cooperation with Wilson shipping company
Rhenus Maritime Services, a member of the Rhenus Group, started a cooperation with the Norwegian shipping company Wilson ASA on 27 October. As part of this cooperation, Wilson is acquiring six ships and will serve some of Rhenus Maritime Services' …
Oct 29, 2021 / Curious
Wilson Sons invests in an Israeli startup
This initiative seeks to promote innovation and development in the Brazilian port and maritime sectorWilson Sons, the largest integrated port and maritime logistics operator in Brazil, acquired a minority equity participation at Docktech, an Israeli …
Mar 18, 2021 / Curious
Shore power for short sea vessels in the port of Amsterdam
On 8 and 9 February, the first test took place with shore power for short sea vessels at a terminal. Shipping company Wilson moored their ship Wilson Goole at VCK Logistics' Waterland Terminal. The ship received power via SKOON's battery.Battery …
Feb 15, 2021 / Vessels
Wilson Sons will build six tugboats starting from 2021
The new vessels will have a new project from Damen Shipyards and will add to the largest fleet in BrazilWilson Sons will start, from the first quarter of 2021, the construction of six tugboats, at the Group's shipyards in Guarujá (SP). The new …
Jan 7, 2021 / Curious
Wilson Sons expands tugboat operations in Brazil’s Northern Arc Ports
The company starts operation in the Port of Santarem Wilson Sons starts operating in November in the Port of Santarém, in the State of Pará, in the Northern Region of Brazil. The Company will have a tugboat with azimuthal propulsion, providing …
Oct 27, 2020 / Curious
Camera Systems Installed Across Wilson Sons' Tug Fleet
Brazilian port and maritime logistics operator Wilson Sons is installing internet and camera systems on its tug fleet to allow real-time visualization of operations and maneuvers, including by customers.Closed Circuit TV (CCTV) and Network Cabling …
Jul 31, 2020 / Vessels
Wilson ASA enters into agreement with Arkon Shipping to strengthen European presence
As part of the necessary consolidation of the European Short Sea shipping market, Wilson ASA and Arkon Shipping GmbH & Co. KG has signed an agreement making the combined systems the largest short sea player in Europe. Caption: General Cargo Ship …
May 26, 2020 / Curious