China remains the global leader in offshore wind for a fifth year, with installed capacity reaching 47.4 million kilowatts and expansion accelerating into deep-sea areas.
Global Maritime completed a feasibility study on transporting offshore wind turbine foundations from China to Europe, covering logistics, risk, regulation, cost and programme planning.
A fuel tanker explosion near the Panama Canal’s Pacific entrance injured four people, left one worker believed dead, and briefly closed the Bridge of the Americas without affecting vessel traffic.
Samsung Heavy Industries is facing a lawsuit from Gaea Lines and Tethys Lines over the cancellation of a $172 million order for two 158,000-dwt suezmax tankers.
Cemre Shipyard has launched NB1097, the second e-methanol service operation vessel for ESVAGT, following sister ship ESVAGT Robert Boyle.
Dolphin Drilling has signed an LOI for a potential new contract for the Paul B. Loyd Jr semi-submersible, which could keep the rig working through August 2030.
Latin America is gaining appeal for offshore drilling as the Iran war reshapes market risk views, with Constellation Oil Services Holding SA pointing to Brazil as a stable deepwater market.
Mangalia Shipyard is entering bankruptcy proceedings after creditors rejected its reorganization plan, prompting a court process that will lead to liquidation steps.
HII and GrayMatter Robotics are testing how AI and robotic systems can support labor-intensive shipyard work, with demonstrations and pilot programs planned over the next year.
