New Jersey is moving to exit its offshore wind transmission framework with PJM Interconnection after multiple project cancellations reduced the need for planned grid infrastructure.
Vattenfall has launched transition piece workflow trials in Aalborg for the Nordlicht offshore wind project, testing installation, cable work, and safety procedures before offshore construction starts in July 2026.
VARD has completed a major upgrade of DOF’s subsea vessel Skandi Minder, covering ROV/LARS improvements, engine overhaul and broader repair work at Vard Langsten.
RWE has extended its offshore wind O&M agreement with Ziton for three years, raising minimum annual jack-up vessel support from 180 days to 240 days from 2027.
Seadrill added about $260 million to its backlog after securing two ultra-deepwater drillship awards from LLOG Exploration Company for West Neptune and West Vela in the U.S. Gulf.
BOURBON has expanded its offshore support fleet with 13 vessel additions valued at more than $180 million, including acquired PSVs, reactivated AHTS vessels, a newbuild subsea vessel and crew boats under contract.
Valeura Energy has chartered Shelf Drilling’s Enterprise rig for multi-year work in the Gulf of Thailand, with operations currently planned to start in the fourth quarter of 2026.
Friede & Goldman (F&G) received DNV Main Scantling Approval for its WindSetter 146 WTIV design, allowing the project to move toward contract and construction.
Saipem secured a $150 million LNTP contract from ExxonMobil Guyana for the Longtail subsea project, with full scope potentially reaching $1.5 billion.
