- Digitalisation and smart vessels now financially viable, says Columbia Group
Columbia Group reports that investments in vessel digitalisation and smart-ship systems are now commercially justified, with shorter payback periods and measurable efficiency gains. The company highlights reduced fuel consumption, improved maintenance planning, and better fleet performance through integrated data platforms.
https://cyprusshippingnews.com/2026/02/09/adopting-digitalisation-and-creating-smart-vessels-are-now-financially-viable-and-deliver-rapid-returns-says-columbia-group/ - FuelEU deadline passes — compliance pressure increases
The first FuelEU Maritime compliance deadline has passed, putting shipowners and operators under growing regulatory and reporting pressure. Companies that failed to prepare may now face corrective measures, penalties, or higher operational costs tied to fuel-intensity limits.
https://cyprusshippingnews.com/2026/02/09/fueleu-the-first-deadline-passes-are-you-ready-to-comply/ - Maersk reports strong 2025 performance across business lines
Maersk posted solid 2025 results, citing resilience across container shipping, logistics, and terminal operations despite market volatility. The group points to cost discipline, network optimisation, and integrated logistics offerings as key drivers of performance.
https://cyprusshippingnews.com/2026/02/09/maersk-delivered-a-strong-2025-with-progress-across-the-business/ - Port of Gothenburg sets all-time container record in 2025
The Port of Gothenburg handled a record volume of containers in 2025, marking its highest annual throughput to date. Growth was supported by stronger rail connections inland and increased direct liner services linking Scandinavia with global trade routes.
https://cyprusshippingnews.com/2026/02/09/port-of-gothenburg-handled-more-containers-than-ever-in-2025/ - Transocean to acquire Valaris in major stock deal
Transocean has agreed to acquire Valaris through a multibillion-dollar all-stock transaction, consolidating two major offshore drilling players. The merger is aimed at fleet optimisation, scale advantages, and stronger positioning in the offshore energy market.
https://splash247.com/transocean-snaps-up-valaris-in-5-8bn-stock-deal/ - Eidesvik secures Equinor extension for long-serving PSV
Eidesvik has won a new contract extension from Equinor for one of its long-serving platform supply vessels. The extension ensures continued North Sea deployment and supports fleet utilisation stability for the owner.
https://splash247.com/eidesvik-secures-fresh-equinor-extension-for-long-serving-psv/ - India Coast Guard breaks up international oil smuggling ring
India’s Coast Guard has dismantled an international oil smuggling network following a coordinated enforcement operation at sea. Authorities seized vessels and cargo while tightening monitoring as part of a broader crackdown on illegal petroleum trades.
https://gcaptain.com/indias-coast-guard-busts-international-oil-smuggling-ring-as-enforcement-pressure-mounts/ - Transocean–Valaris offshore drilling merger detailed
Further details have emerged on the Transocean–Valaris merger, valuing the combined offshore drilling deal at roughly $17 billion including debt. The transaction is expected to reshape the competitive landscape in offshore rig supply and contracting power.
https://gcaptain.com/transocean-to-acquire-valaris-in-17-billion-offshore-drilling-deal/ - EU adds 43 vessels to Russia crude oil services blacklist
The European Union has blacklisted 43 additional vessels linked to Russian crude oil transport, imposing a full maritime services ban. The move expands sanctions enforcement by restricting insurance, servicing, and port-related support for listed ships.
https://www.seanews.co.uk/maritime/eu-blacklists-43-more-vessels-full-maritime-services-ban-for-russia-crude-oil - Container ship sinks off Thailand after hazardous cargo incident
A container ship sank off the coast of Thailand following an incident involving hazardous cargo, with all crew members rescued safely. Authorities are monitoring the site for pollution risk and investigating the chain of events leading to the loss.
https://www.seanews.co.uk/safety/container-ship-sinks-off-coast-in-thailand-with-hazardous-cargo-crew-rescued