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CMA CGM AIR CARGO will serve CAI with 1 weekly flight from October 3rd with an A330F aircraft. Cairo Airport is a major air freight and passenger hub offering adapted infrastructures for intermodal connections in the region. This new destination is part of our strategic partnership with the Air France KLM Martinair Cargo Group and complements the existing offer to give users even more options for their air transport needs.

The PHOENIX HARMONIA, a liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) powered very large LPG/ammonia carrier, has been constructed by Namura Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. (Namura) and delivered to MOL Energia Pte. Ltd., a Singapore-based company of Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Group on September 29. Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Co., Ltd., a part of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group, supported Namura and contributed to the delivery of the vessel, based on a technical cooperation agreement executed between the two companie...

Babcock is delighted to have converted a former UK Royal Navy patrol ship into a medical vessel for Vine Trust, an international volunteering charity supporting some of the poorest and most isolated communities in Tanzania and Peru. A dedicated team of volunteers transformed former HMS Scimitar into the recently named MV Lady Jean. The ship has undergone a complete overhaul, including a new generator, rewiring of electrics, servicing of the engines, installation of new seats and air-conditionin...

ClassNK has granted its Innovation Endorsement for Products & Solutions to a Berthing Aid System developed by Furuno Electric Co., Ltd (Furuno). In order to promote the spread and development of innovative technologies, ClassNK has offered Innovation Endorsement for Products & Solutions. ClassNK supports the deployment of products and services through third-party certification for equipment and software technology with innovative functions. Situational awareness Berthing Aid System us...

A new and space-efficient retrofit methanol storage solution from SRC Group has received Approval in Principle from Lloyd’s Register, signifying that no major conceptual issues have been identified as standing in the way of its securing classification approval and regulatory compliance. Methanol Superstorage offers the potential for ships with years of service ahead to be considered for transition to a marine fuel established as a frontrunner for meeting IMO targets to cut greenhouse gas...

Accelleron has signed a strategic partnership with METIS Cyberspace Technology that will expand the number of marine installations and power generation facilities that can use data analytics to improve turbocharger operation and maintenance. METIS develops data-collecting hardware and IoT solutions that can be easily deployed in vessels and facilities to achieve automated, real-time data availability. Under the cooperation, METIS will provide onboard and cloud-based data infrastructure to Accel...

ClassNK has released "Guidelines for Fuel Cell Power Systems On Board Ships (Second Edition)", which cover safety provisions related to the design of ships powered by fuel cells as well as fuel cell power systems themselves, coming in anticipation of the growing adoption of fuel cells in maritime transport. Fuel cells are power systems that use electrical energy obtained from the chemical reaction between hydrogen and oxygen. Notably, they do not emit CO2 during electricity generation, position...

Babcock has signed a five-year contract with the Ministry of Defence to provide input into the detailed design for the new ‘Ship Submersible Nuclear AUKUS‘ (SSN-A) submarines, which will replace the Astute Class from the late 2030s. This is also the chosen design that Australia will use to build their new fleet, following the announcement from the Australian, United Kingdom and United States Governments regarding the optimal pathway for acquisition of nuclear-powered submarines unde...

MacGregor, part of Cargotec, has been chosen to deliver RoRo equipment for two of the world's first methanol-fuelled Pure Car and Truck Carriers (PCTC) for China Merchant Energy Shipping to be built at China Merchants Heavy Industry (Jiangsu) Co., Ltd. in China. The order was booked into Cargotec’s 2023 third-quarter orders. The vessels are to be delivered to the owner between the third and fourth quarter of 2025. MacGregor's scope of supply MacGregor's scope of supply is to design and...

Crowley and ABS, a pioneering provider in maritime classification and advisory services, have entered an agreement to jointly explore how to advance the use of augmented and virtual reality technologies for vessels and other marine environments. The ABS partnership agreement builds on Crowley’s new service network using augmented reality on select vessels. The crew wears goggle technology to provide real-time visuals of ship equipment to remote technicians to collaborate on soluti...

Get an up-close look at how one of the world’s cutting-edge seaports operates while setting an industry-pioneering example in the fight against climate change at the second-annual Green Port Fair from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, October 7. Free event at Long Beach The free event at Harry Bridges Memorial Park, 1126 Queens Highway in Long Beach, will feature the new “clean machines” of cargo movement, interactive environmental information booths, children’s activities, a...

HEMEXPO – Hellenic Marine Equipment Manufacturers and Exporters, a suppliers’ and exporters’ association for the international shipping sector, has welcomed LALIZAS as its 34th member company. LALIZAS product portfolio As a manufacturer and supplier of high-quality life-saving equipment and accessories, LALIZAS adds a critical new area of expertise to the ever-expanding cross-section of Greek equipment manufacturers represented on HEMEXPO’s list of members. The co...

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has announced a two-year partnership with the Maritime Skills Academy to further enhance the level of training of its onboard crews. The courses include Bridge Resource Management which uses a team approach to achieve safe operation and trains bridge team members to be aware of their responsibility, prepared to recognise workload demands, risk factors, and the ability to handle any situation. Another training course will focus on using the ship’s steering system...

Accelleron has signed a new three-year agreement to deliver turbocharger services to Starlite Ferries Inc. The passenger ferry operator, located in the Philippines, has extended the scope as well as the duration of their Turbo LifecycleCare agreement, adding one further vessel to the seven previously covered. Furthermore, Accelleron’s digital engine optimisation solution Tekomar Xpert is newly implemented on all eight vessels. Service planning and spare parts Starlite Ferries, Inc. is o...

A globally renowned provider of secure maritime data communications software, GTMaritime, has reached 15,000 installations amid accelerating growth in demand for secure and reliable maritime software solutions. The news comes just 16 months after the company announced that it had passed the 10,000-vessel milestone.  IMO 2021 cyber-security regulations Richard White, Global Commercial Director, GTMaritime, said, “Over the past few years, we have witnessed rapid growth in the volume...

ABS and Asiatic Lloyd Maritime LLP, a member of the AL Group, have signed a joint development project (JDP) to study the feasibility of converting the fuel system of an ultramax bulk carrier, from conventional diesel to methanol.  The study is focused on a series of up to eight ABS Classed ultramax bulk carriers ordered for construction in the New Hantong Shipyard, China, for AL Group. Author's quote “Converting vessel propulsion systems to take advantage of the decarbonisation pot...

Ahlsell Danmark Aps has entered into an agreement to acquire all shares in KJV A/S. KJV was founded in 1956 and employs 110 people in seven locations in Denmark, including administrative headquarters and a central warehouse in Odense. In the last financial year 2021/22, the turnover amounted to DKK 280 million. Ahlsell Danmark Aps acquires KJV A/S KJV is one of Denmark’s major suppliers of cutting tools, transmissions, tools, technical products KJV is one of Denmark’s major suppl...

VSTEP and Captain AI are partnering to transform maritime training with advanced simulator data. With NAUTIS, VSTEP enables the cost-effective generation of datasets essential for training an AI model that is able to drive an autonomous vessel. This collaboration’s focus on enhanced computer vision, dynamic state sampling and AI-driven traffic simulation underscores VSTEP’s commitment to innovation and enabling learning by simulation. Dynamic state sampling VSTEP will be the firs...

Teledyne FLIR, a world pioneer in thermal imaging cameras, is set to exhibit its latest products and groundbreaking solutions for the oil & gas industry at ADIPEC 2023. Live demonstrations The event, one of the largest of its kind, will take place from October 2nd to 5th, 2023, in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, attracting over 160,000 energy professionals and visitors worldwide. Visit Teledyne FLIR Booth 1005 and experience “live” demonstrations of the company’s new ra...

Newport Shipping announced that it took part in the London International Shipping Week (LISW23) 2023, where it held two presentations to discuss decarbonisation and reveal their latest innovation - NAV.

Babcock’s LGE business, which is globally renowned in liquefied gas solutions, has won a milestone contract from a ship owner in South Korea to deliver its first cutting-edge ecoCO2® cargo handling system for two 22,000 cubic metres liquefied CO2 (LCO2) carriers.  In an exciting development for the business, the ecoCO2® cargo handling system is the world’s first cargo handling and re-liquefaction system for a low-pressure cargo tank design. Babcock attains contract to...

SAIM Marine will be present at the 63rd edition of the Genoa International Boat Show from 21 to 26 September 2023: six days dedicated to boating with exhibitors coming from all over the world, with the best proposals in the nautical sector and the latest innovations. Genoa International Boat Show 2023 will once again involve and unite manufacturers and enthusiasts in the most representative event of nautical excellence. An opportunity to admire sailing boats, outboard motors, inflatable boats,...

Nexans Marine Operations AS and Ulstein Verft entered into a contract for the construction of a large DP3 cable-laying vessel. The vessel, an ST-297 CLV design by Skipsteknisk, is an updated version of the Nexans Aurora, delivered in 2021. “We awarded the contract for a new vessel to Ulstein after an extensive tendering process, where Ulstein’s track record, including the delivery of Nexans Aurora, was important factors in deciding on the shipyard Ulstein Verft yet ag...

Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding has begun construction on a 289-foot service operation vessel (SOV) for a Crowley-ESVAGT joint venture that will house and transport technicians to maintain U.S. offshore wind farms. This vessel, for the joint venture - CREST Wind, will operate under a long-term charter with Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy. September 21, 2023 marked the ceremonial start of construction for the vessel, and senior leaders from the partner companies around the country came to Door Coun...

Mayor Steve Rotheram has announced appointments to a new Business and Enterprise Board for the Liverpool City Region. The new board has taken over the role of the Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) in providing a voice for business in the area. Business leaders from across the city region and its key growth sectors have been named on the new board including Interim CEO of Mersey Maritime, Ruth Wood. New Business and Enterprise Board appointed In appointing the Board, the Combined Authority ha...

Isle of Man Maritime has joined Maritime UK, the umbrella body and collective voice for the UK’s maritime sector. The maritime industries come together through Maritime UK to make progress on key areas of shared interest. Maritime UK’s national priorities are people, competitiveness, regional growth, environment, and innovation. Isle of Man Maritime joins Maritime UK Isle of Man Maritime is the latest organisation to join the national umbrella body, Maritime UK Isle of Man Mariti...

The European Shipping Summit 2023 in Brussels 19-20 September brought together representatives from across the maritime industry, government, finance, as well as energy and technology industries to address some of the most pressing topics for the future of the industry and of Europe. Making the most of this unique platform, the World Shipping Council gathered people and organisations to drive progress on the availability of renewable maritime fuels and the fight against drug trafficking. While...

Swiss marine power company WinGD has signed a memorandum of understanding with KSS Line to explore X‑DF‑A engines for future newbuild projects. The companies will focus on 52cm- and 62cm-bore versions of the dual-fuel ammonia engines, suitable for midsize and very large gas carriers (VLGC). The agreement is the latest of several collaborations under which WinGD is working with experts from across key shipbuilding locations and vessel segments to develop its ammonia capabilities. Building signi...

Peel Ports Clydeport Cluster has achieved ISO-9001 re-certification, extending scope to include Dublin Port. Greenock and KGV ports, part of Peel Ports’ Clydeport Cluster, have reached a significant milestone by achieving ISO-9001 re-certification. What makes this achievement even more noteworthy is that the scope of the certification has been extended to include Dublin Port. Peel Ports Clydeport Cluster attains ISO-9001 re-certification ISO-9001 is an internationally recognised standar...

MPC Container Ships ASA will present at the Pareto Securities' 30th Annual Energy Conference, on September 21, at 10:20 CEST.