Prysmian, N-Sea team on rapid response maintenance and repair for subsea cables
Italian cabling giant Prysmian has signed a seven-year framework agreement with Dutch subsea services specialist N-Sea for rapid response maintenance and repair of submarine cables. This partnership will bring a brand-new solution for submarine cable maintenance and repair to the market. The announcement follows the European Commission’s recent request to ensure the safety of critical […]
Constellation Oil Services nets jackup deal with Petrobras
Brazilian offshore driller Constellation Oil Services has won a contract from compatriot oil and gas giant Petrobras for jackup rig work. The company said it was declared the winner of a recent tender and that the deal was awarded to the Admarine 511 jackup, owned by its commercial partner ADES. The unit shall be used […]
Navigating uncertainty: AMICIE’s Singapore Seminar shines spotlight on trade risks
Global trade is no stranger to turbulence. But in an era marked by embargoes, supply chain realignments, cyber threats, and energy conflicts, even seasoned shipping professionals are being forced to reevaluate what resilience looks like. That’s exactly what the Association of Maritime International Commercial Interests and Expertise (AMICIE) set out to do at its recent […]
AD Ports and Columbia Group establish new joint venture
AD Ports Group has partnered with Columbia Group, one of the global maritime and logistics service providers, to establish Noatum – CSM Limited. This joint venture aims to enhance third-party vessel operations and optimize AD Ports Group’s ocean-going fleet using cutting-edge fleet management systems. By combining Columbia Group’s expertise in AI-driven fleet optimization with AD […]
Shell chooses McDermott for engineering and procurement services
Houston-based offshore contractor McDermott has been selected by UK supermajor Shell for an enterprise framework agreement for engineering and procurement services and integrated project management team services. McDermott said that the agreement has a duration of three years with two one-year optional extensions. The scope of the agreement encompasses the full suite of McDermott’s offerings […]
Trelleborg secures major contract with HHI for navigation system installation on 71 vessels
Trelleborg Marine and Infrastructure has been awarded a contract by Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI), based in South Korea, to supply its cutting-edge SafePilot P3 navigation systems to 71 ships. This deal highlights the system’s swift market penetration since its debut in December 2022, boasting sales of over 2,500 units worldwide. The partnership emphasizes the growing […]
Floatel International accommodation vessel gets more time in Brazil
Oslo-based offshore accommodation vessel specialist Floatel International has won a contract extension for one of its units operating off Brazil. Under the extension, the 2013-built Floatel Victory will provide maintenance and safety unit support alongside the Peregrino FPSO. The flotel contract has been extended through the end of 2025. All remaining options under the contract […]
Poland’s Baltic Hub welcomes multiple new liner services
Baltic Hub, the largest and fastest-growing container terminal complex in the Baltic Sea, announced a series of new services that will start calling its facilities in Gdansk, Poland, during the next weeks and months of the year. Starting at the end of March, the terminal hub will receive two weekly calls from Maersk vessels as […]
More tariff turmoil, though ocean rates continue to ease: Freightos
Tariff fears – as well the already significant uncertainty and confusion surrounding the White House’s trade policy – grew this week with the 2nd April deadline set for many tariff announcements approaching. The Trump administration indicated that it will narrow the scope of reciprocal tariffs initially proposed for all US trade partners that have tariffs […]
Peel Ports strengthens Liverpool team with new Sales Director
Peel Ports Group, one of the largest port operators in the United Kingdom, has appointed logistics expert Gareth Davies as Sales Director for the Port of Liverpool. In this role, he will drive commercial growth, identify new opportunities, and develop tailored solutions for both new and existing customers. Gareth Davies brings over 30 years of […]