Category: Shipbuilding
DemoSATH Floating Wind Project Secures Final Prototype Certification from Bureau Veritas
Saitec Offshore Technologies, in partnership with RWE and Kansai Electric Power, has reached a major achievement in floating wind technology. The final prototype certification for the DemoSATH2MU project was awarded by Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore (BV), a well-known certification company. This marks an important step in creating cleaner and more efficient floating wind systems.…
DNV Awards AiP for HD Hyundai’s Onboard Carbon Capture and Storage System Retrofit Design
HD Hyundai Marine Solution, along with HD Hyundai Engineering & Technology, HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE), and Hyundai Heavy Industries Power Systems, have successfully received Approval in Principle (AiP) from DNV for their onboard carbon capture and storage (OCCS) system. This system is designed for retrofitting, meaning it can be added to…
Germany approves Meyer Werft bailout
The federal government of Germany and the state of Lower Saxony are stepping in to acquire an 80% stake in Meyer Werft, one of the country’s most renowned shipbuilders. This move comes as the company faces significant financial challenges, with a nearly €2.8 billion ($3 billion) gap in its balance sheet. The decision was approved…
Sunken MV ITT Puma Ship’s Cargo-Laden Containers Wash Ashore Odisha’s Beach
Two large cargo containers from a sunken ship were found washed ashore on Satabhaya Beach in Odisha’s Kendrapara district on September 2, 2024. The containers, identified as belonging to Kolkata-based logistics company ITT Lines Private Limited, were from the MV ITT Puma, a general cargo vessel that sank approximately 90 nautical miles south of Sagar…
Jiangnan Shipbuilding bags new order for 93,000 cbm ammonia carriers
A recent agreement highlights the growing interest in large ammonia carriers, with Jiangnan Shipbuilding, a subsidiary of China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC), landing a new contract. This deal involves the construction of up to four very large ammonia carriers (VLACs), each with a capacity of 93,000 cubic meters. On August 14, Jiangnan Shipbuilding entered into…
Wind Turbine Installation Vessel Delivered to Cadeler
Cadeler has recently welcomed the latest addition to its fleet, the Wind Peak, marking the delivery of the first of seven newbuild vessels currently under contract. This P-class jack-up installation vessel, constructed at the COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry (COSCO) shipyard in Qidong, China, was officially named during a ceremony at the shipyard. The P-class vessels…
Descendant of salvaged Maine boat’s namesake wants to save it
After seven months underwater off the coast of Harpswell, the historic fishing boat Jacob Pike has been raised by the U.S. Coast Guard. However, the future of the vessel remains uncertain as efforts are being made to prevent its destruction. Sumner Rugh, a student at the Merchant Marine Academy in New York and the great-great-grandson…
ASRY appoints Ahmed AlAbri as the new CEO
Dr. Ahmed AlAbri has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Arab Shipbuilding and Repair Yard Company (ASRY), with his tenure beginning in August 2024. Dr. AlAbri brings over 25 years of experience in the maritime industry, having held various executive positions with reputable firms in the region. IUMI calls for…
Brazil launches first in class F200 Tamandaré frigate
On August 9, 2024, the Brazilian Navy marked a key step in its fleet modernization by launching the first Tamandaré-class frigate, named F200 Tamandaré, at the ThyssenKrupp Estaleiro Brasil Sul shipyard in Santa Catarina. This new class of frigates is an important part of Brazil’s Corvettes Class Programme (CCT), which is focused on strengthening national…
Understanding Spade Rudders: Benefits, Materials, and Design Considerations
A spade rudder is a modern innovation in marine engineering, predominantly utilized in contemporary sailing vessels and motor yachts. This rudder type is distinct from traditional designs due to its free-standing nature, connected solely to the hull via the rudder stock. This unique configuration endows spade rudders with enhanced manoeuvrability and responsiveness, key attributes prized…