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Indian Register of Shipping classed tugs – Sonalika and Sarovar launched in Kakinada
Indian Register of Shipping (IRS), a leading classification society, announces the successful launch of two sister vessels, Sonalika and Sarovar, at the San Marine yard in Kakinada. The 34m long tugs are part of a four-vessel contract. Launched …
Apr 30, 2024 / Curious
Newbuilding LPG-fueled LPG & Ammonia Carrier for GYXIS, Aquamarine Progress II, Delivered
TOKYO-Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL) today announced that the LPG dual-fuel LPG/ammonia carrier (VLGC) Aquamarine Progress II, ordered by its group company, Aramo Shipping (Singapore) Pte. Ltd., was delivered on April 26 by Namura Shipbuilding Co., …
Apr 29, 2024 / Vessels
Cutting-edge Research Vessel Delivered To Thailand’s Department of Marine And Coastal Resources
Thailand’s Department of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMCR) has taken delivery of a new state-of-the-art research vessel designed by leading digital shipbuilder Incat Crowther. The Incat Crowther 25, built by Thai shipbuilder Seacrest Marine, will …
Apr 16, 2024 / Curious
Wan Hai Lines Holds Ship Naming Ceremony for New Vessels
Wan Hai Lines held ship naming ceremonies for WAN HAI 372 and WAN HAI 376 accompanied by a charity donation event on Thursday (11th April) at Japan Marine United Corporation ARIAKE Shipyard. WAN HAI 372 and WAN HAI 376 are two vessels in the series …
Apr 12, 2024 / Vessels
Royal Bodewes selects DMC to supply steering gear, bridge controls and propeller nozzles
4 newbuild cargo and Ro-Ro vessels to be outfitted Damen Marine Components has been contracted by Royal Bodewes to supply steering, control and propulsion equipment for four vessels, to be delivered to the shipyard’s clients in the coming two …
Apr 8, 2024 / Curious
Manta Marine Technologies installs shore power systems for Finnlines’ Finnmaid, Finnstar and Finnlady
Manta Marine Technologies (formerly known as Yara Marine Technologies, YMT) has successfully completed installation and commissioning of onboard shore power systems for three Finnlines vessels: the Finnlady, the Finnmaid and the Finnstar. These …
Apr 8, 2024 / Curious
HMM Signs MoU with Shanghai International Port Group on Clean Marine Fuel Bunkering
HMM has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Shanghai International Port Group (SIPG) on supply cooperation of Clean Marine fuel. This MoU will focus on bunkering methanol and LNG at Shanghai Port. It also covers supporting carbon …
Apr 4, 2024 / Curious
UECC Spearheads Collaboration with Industry Leaders to Advance CNSL as a Sustainable Marine Fuel
In a groundbreaking collaboration with industry giants such as maritime advisory organization Lloyd’s Register FOBAS, engine manufacturer Wartsila, and biofuel supplier ACT Group, UECC is leading the charge in critically assessing and evaluating a …
Mar 28, 2024 / Curious
WATCH: Baltimore Bridge collapses into the water after being struck by containership DALI; Many casualties feared
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed after a container ship ran into it. Media reports said that the vessel crashed into the bridge at about 1:30am on Tuesday, catching fire before sinking. At least seven people and seven vehicles are …
Mar 26, 2024 / Accidents
Damen Marine Components to supply rudder systems for the world’s largest Pure Car and Truck Carriers
Damen Marine Components (DMC) has been contracted to supply rudder systems for four Pure Car and Truck Carriers (PCTC), each capable of carrying up to 9,200 CEU (car equivalent units). The vessels are being built at China Merchants Jinling Shipyard …
Mar 14, 2024 / Curious