J-ENG has completed the development of the first full-scale ammonia engine for shipping. The dual-fuel unit cuts greenhouse gas emissions by 90% and will be installed on an ammonia carrier in 2026.
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Caravel Group and Celsius Tankers have formed a joint venture and ordered two 20,000 cbm LNG bunkering vessels. The ships will be built in China and delivered in 2027.
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Cruise Lines International Association has filed a lawsuit against Hawaii’s new “green fee” law, which imposes a tax on cruise passengers. The industry argues it is unconstitutional and threatens tourism.
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Turkish company Karpowership has sold the 15-year-old Newcastlemax tanker Karadeniz Powership Rauf Osman Bey to Winning Shipping for $33.5 million — the world’s largest bauxite shipper.
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On August 27, Damen Shipyards Group launched the second of four Island Class ferries for BC Ferries. The new hybrid vessels will provide low-emission transport in British Columbia with reduced underwater noise.
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The American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) has granted class certification to the Saildrone Surveyor — the largest USV from Saildrone. The vessel can perform fully autonomous ocean missions and collect deep-sea data.
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China’s Tsuneishi Shipbuilding Group has launched its largest container ship to date, a 5,915 TEU dual-fuel vessel capable of running on methanol. The ship marks a key step in the company’s strategy to expand eco-efficient shipbuilding.
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On August 29, cargo vessel Septimo collided with barge Orfeo on the River Waal (Netherlands), causing a partial closure of the busy waterway. No injuries reported; investigation ongoing.
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The 32-meter tug Locar LH XXIV ran aground near Maria da Rosa beach (Brazil) and was freed only three days later with the help of other vessels during high tide. No injuries reported.
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Saipem has successfully delivered its EPCI contract at the Yellowtail field (Stabroek Block, offshore Guyana), installing subsea pipelines, risers, and umbilicals for ExxonMobil.
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Rheinmetall has shown interest in acquiring Naval Vessels Luerssen. The German defense group may strengthen its naval sector position, competing with TKMS, amid rising demand for defense technologies in Europe.
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Explore 7 main types of offshore drilling rigs — from Jack-Ups to Subsea Systems. Learn about their depth limits, features, advantages, and disadvantages.
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