Shipbuilding News
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Breaking News : Castor Maritime to take over Japanese-built Panamax dry bulk carrier
A joint study by the companies will aim to introduce Meltin’s remote-control robotic technology. Cyprus-based shipping company Castor Maritime has agreed to buy a 2008 Japanese-built Panamax dry bulk carrier from an unaffiliated third party. The company will execute the transaction through a separate wholly-owned subsidiary for a consideration of…
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Breaking News : Wasaline receives RMC-built green ferry Aurora Botnia
Shipping company Wasaline has taken the delivery of Aurora Botnia, a new liquefied natural gas (LNG)-powered ferry, from Finnish shipbuilder Rauma Marine Constructions (RMC). The RMC newbuild arrived in Vaasa, Finland, after concluding its second test run at sea. The ferry will embark on its maiden voyage on 28 August…
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News: Mitsubishi and TotalEnergies study feasibility of LCO₂ carriers
The demand for LCO₂ carriers is projected to rise in the coming years, as they would help in carrying carbon from its emission sources to storage facilities or sites for utilisation. Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group’s Mitsubishi Shipbuilding unit has collaborated with French company TotalEnergies to commence a feasibility study…
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Shipbuilding : Hyundai’s Ship-Building Division orders 8 × MAN B&W 8G95ME-LGIM engines for A.P. Møller – Maersk
Hyundai’s Ship-Building Division, HHI-SBD, has ordered 8 × MAN B&W 8G95ME-LGIM (-Liquid Gas Injection Methanol) engines in connection with the building of 8 × 16,000-TEU container ships for A.P. Møller – Maersk, the global integrator of container logistics, according to the company’s release. Hyundai Engine & Machinery Division, HHI-EMD, will…
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Yachting : 37m luxury yacht Far Far Away concludes refit at Lusben facilities
Italian refit and repair yard Lusben has announced the successful extensive refit of luxury yacht FAR FAR AWAY. Originally delivered in 2012 with an L.O.A. of 36.7m/120.5ft, the 14-month refit saw an extension of the hull and superstructure to a total of 46.9m/153.10ft. To achieve this, an 8m/26ft section was inserted amidships,…
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On the water : UECC’s second LNG battery hybrid PCTC
UECC’s ambitious effort to upgrade its fleet with low-carbon vessels remains on track with the launch this week of the second in a series of three LNG battery hybrid newbuilds at a Chinese yard. The latest newbuild pure car and truck carrier (PCTC) was launched at Jiangnan Shipyard just over…
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Shipbuilding : Rem Offshore and VARD signed contracts for the design and construction of Construction Service Operations Vessels
Tailor-made for worldwide services and maintenance operations at offshore wind farms VARD announces the contracts of two Construction Service Operations Vessels (CSOVs) with an option for two additional vessels. The contracts for the firm two vessels have an indicative total value of euro 100 million. The CSOVs are tailor-made for…
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Cruising : Norwegian Cruise Line’s new ship Norwegian Prima floats out from her drydock at Fincantieri shipyard
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel with a 54-year history of breaking boundaries, has announced that its game-changing new ship, Norwegian Prima was floated out from her drydock at Fincantieri shipyard in Marghera (Venice), Italy, marking a major construction milestone and the first time the new…
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Shipbuilding : Damen signs with Fairplay Towage for IMO Tier III certified Shoalbuster 2711
Damen Shipyards Group has signed a contract with Fairplay Towage Polska for the delivery of a Shoalbuster 2711 ICE. The company will use the versatile vessel to perform diverse operations, including in the offshore wind industry, in the Baltic and North seas. Damen is building the vessel in Poland. The…
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News : Wärtsilä 20DF dual-fuel engine upgraded
The technology group Wärtsilä introduces an upgraded version of its popular and successful Wärtsilä 20DF dual-fuel engine. The new version will deliver increased power output, have a reduced environmental impact, and will feature a lower fuel consumption. It will also further increase the engine’s fuel flexibility by allowing a much…
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