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Solstad Offshore awarded pair of contract extensions in Norway
Norwegian offshore support vessel giant Solstad Offshore has been awarded contract extensions in Norway by Equinor and Aker BP. Equinor…
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POSH secures accommodation vessel charters from Petrobras
Singapore-based offshore marine service provider PACC Offshore Services Holdings (POSH), has secured a contract from Petrobras for the long-term charter…
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BIMCO directors map out the association’s future leadership
BIMCO, one of the world’s largest shipping organisations, has mapped out its likely succession plans for the coming few years.…
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Zhonggu Logistics commences IPO on Shanghai Stock Exchange
Chinese domestic container operator Zhonggu Logistics has commenced an initial public offering (IPO) on the Shanghai Stock Exchange today. The…
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Eidesvik Offshore PSV extended by Aker BP
Norway’s Eidesvik Offshore has been awarded an extension by Aker BP to the time charter contract for the 2009-built LNG-powered…
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On World Maritime Day, calls grow to detain ships in order to stop the humanitarian crisis at sea
An influential group of unions has called for ships to be detained in ports if seafarers have been onboard longer…
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China to gradually open up ports for crew changes
China is going to open up a number of ports soon for ship crew changes as the country eases entry…
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CMA CGM buys into French airline
Marseille-headquartered CMA CGM continues to diversify from its liner origins under the leadership of Rodolphe Saade. The company revealed yesterday…
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Maersk opens up box link between Israel and the UAE
Maersk, the world’s largest containerline, is to ship boxes between Israel and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as ties between…
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Japan’s great shipbuilding joint venture put on hold
Japan’s two largest shipbuilders, Imabari Shipbuilding and Japan Marine United, will postpone their plan to establish a joint venture due…
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Industry pushback delays new RightShip platform
RightShip’s much trailed new Safety Score has been put on hold following extensive dialogue with the shipping industry. Splash reported…
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Ammonia-fuelled aframax project passes key milestone
A keenly watched ammonia-fuelled aframax project in South Korea has passed another hurdle today with the possibility that this new…
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Weekly Broker: Bargains to be had
Capes are seemingly poised for liftoff judging by the FFA markets this week while tanker prices have dropped to bargain…
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Nordic American Tankers orders suezmax pair at Samsung
Herbjorn Hansson-led Nordic American Tankers (NAT) has signed newbuilding contracts with South Korea’s Samsung Heavy Industries for two suezmax tankers.…
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ClassNK close to returning to the top
Japan’s ClassNK, also known by its full name, Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, is closing back in on the top spot in…
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DOF Subsea awarded contract by Woodside Energy
Norwegian offshore service provider DOF Subsea has secured a contract from Woodside Energy to provide transportation and installation services in…
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Diana Shipping continues to trim fleet with capesize sale
Greek dry bulk owner Diana Shipping continues its sell-off of the older vessels in its fleet, announcing the sale of…
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Virtual classrooms
How to carry on training during and after the pandemic. The latest instalment in our Shipping in 2030 magazine, published…
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What changes would you like to make to the Maritime Labour Convention?
The so-called seafarer bill of rights is due to be updated. Suggested changes need to be filed with the International…
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DNV GL picks ammonia and methanol as future fuels with hydrogen the surprise loser
Class society DNV GL yesterday added maritime-specific details to its latest energy transition forecast through to 2050, the big takeaway…
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