1. PD Ports planning development of $260m UK offshore wind hub. PD Ports has revealed plans to build one of the UK’s largest offshore wind manufacturing and installation hubs – the Teesport Offshore Gateway – an investment worth around £200m ($267m).
The project will unlock just shy of 730,000 sq m of development potential for a range of offshore manufacturers, assembly, marshalling, and supply chain support services.
https://splash247.com/pd-ports-planning-development-of-260m-uk-offshore-wind-hub/
2. Denmark’s damZgard Mechanics latest to join Thordon Bearings’ extensive distributor network.
Thordon Bearings, leader in environmentally safe, high-performance shaft bearing and seal systems, has welcomed Denmark’s damZgard Mechanics to its network of authorised distributors.
https://www.shipmanagementinternational.com/news/denmarks-damzgard-mechanics-latest-to-join-thordon-bearings-extensive-distributor-network
3. Greece’s Capital Group invests in Kongsberg simulators for new training centre in Chios.
Kongsberg Maritime has secured a contract with Capital Group, Greece, to deliver advanced K-Sim Engine Room and Cargo simulators for their training centre on the Greek island of Chios. The investment underscores Capital Group’s commitment to high-quality training for its crew, enhancing both general STCW training and product familiarization with onboard automation systems.
https://www.shipmanagementinternational.com/news/greeces-capital-group-invests-in-kongsberg-simulators-for-new-training-centre-in-chios
4. Zodiac Maritime launches innovative OpenOcean CREW app.
UK-based shipowner Zodiac Maritime announces the successful launch of its OpenOcean CREW app – a groundbreaking digital solution that puts essential information directly into its seafarers’ hands.
https://www.shipmanagementinternational.com/news/zodiac-maritime-launches-innovative-openocean-crew-app
5. Russia Reflags, Renames Sanctioned ‘Shadow Fleet’ LNG Tankers Ahead of Suspected Arctic LNG 2 Startup. Four ice-strengthened LNG carriers have been reflagged to the Russian Federation along with name changes. The vessels are part of Russia’s emerging ‘shadow fleet’ designed to deliver sanctioned liquefied natural gas from the Arctic.
https://gcaptain.com/russia-reflags-renames-sanctioned-shadow-fleet-lng-tankers-ahead-of-suspected-arctic-lng-2-startup/
6. Inside the U.S. Battle with China over a Pacific Island Paradise. The brilliant blue waters, thick foliage and bucolic atmosphere on this seemingly idyllic archipelago deep in the Pacific Ocean belie the key role it now plays in a titanic geopolitical struggle.
https://gcaptain.com/inside-the-u-s-battle-with-china-over-a-pacific-island-paradise/
7. China Is Days Late in Releasing Trade Data as US Shipping Slumps. China is yet to announce regular statistics on trade flows for last week, delaying a closely watched data set as firms cut back on exports to the US. The weekly Ministry of Transport report on the volume of trade is usually released each Monday but remained absent from its website as of 11 a.m. local time on Wednesday.
https://gcaptain.com/china-is-days-late-in-releasing-trade-data-as-us-shipping-slumps/
8. Marlink launches External Attack Surface Management solution to provide proactive cyber threat detection. Marlink, a leader in managed services for business-critical IT solutions, has released External Attack Surface Management (EASM), to help protect customers from cyber threats before they strike.Following the successful launch of Marlink Cyber, this innovative solution identifies weaknesses in external digital infrastructure and supports protection measures across all market verticals served by Marlink.
https://www.shipmanagementinternational.com/news/marlink-launches-external-attack-surface-management-solution-to-provide-proactive-cyber-threat-detection
9. VIKAND and Azamara Cruises extend strategic healthcare partnership.
VIKAND, global leader in maritime healthcare solutions, is continuing its valued partnership with Azamara Cruises, reaffirming both organisations shared dedication to delivering world-class health care and operational excellence across Azamara’s fleet of four luxury cruise vessels.
https://www.shipmanagementinternational.com/news/vikand-and-azamara-cruises-extend-strategic-healthcare-partnership
10. Veson Nautical outlines three key impacts of IMO’s new fuel intensity target on S&P activity. The IMO recently hosted the 83rd meeting with the Marine Environmental Protection Committee (MEPC 83), resulting in a new fuel intensity target, which is set to come into force no later than March 2027.
https://www.shipmanagementinternational.com/news/veson-nautical-outlines-three-key-impacts-of-imos-new-fuel-intensity-target-on-sampp-activity