Unfinished Vigo Ferry Still Without Buyer After Three Years
4, May 2026
An unfinished ferry moored in Vigo remains unsold three years after arrival, despite multiple inspections and market interest from European operators.
Maritime
Cyan Wind Seeker Starts Taiwan Project Support
22, April 2026
Cyan Renewables delivered Cyan Wind Seeker ahead of schedule in Vietnam, and the vessel has started a 15-year charter supporting Siemens Gamesa on Taiwan’s Hai Long Project.
Greek Maritime and Oil Elite Pay Tribute to Vardis Vardinogiannis
1, December 2025
Greece held a memorial at the Athens Megaron Concert Hall to mark one year since the passing of oil and shipping businessman Vardis I. Vardinogiannis, with state, church, military and business leaders honouring his legacy.
WHITE MARLIN Continues Voyage Toward Singapore
18, November 2025
Boskalis’ heavy-load carrier WHITE MARLIN is progressing toward Singapore after departing Amsterdam and is now navigating the Gulf of Biscay, where conditions recently included short-period 25 kt winds.
Ammonia Tanker Hull Advances at HD Hyundai Mipo
18, November 2025
EXMAR announced rapid progress on its second dual-fuel ammonia tanker, with the hull rising only weeks after keel laying, supported by coordinated work between EXMAR staff and HD Hyundai Mipo.
Hengli Heavy Industry Wins LR2 Tanker Contract
18, November 2025
Hengli Heavy Industry has obtained a new contract for six 114,000-DWT LR2 product tankers, underscoring its continued progress in advanced tanker construction as international owners pursue higher standards in efficiency and environmental compliance.
Ocean7 Appoints Jørgen Løfqvist to Bridge MPP and Bulk Divisions
11, November 2025
Ocean7 Group has appointed Jørgen Løfqvist to connect its multipurpose and bulk shipping divisions, aiming to enhance operational coordination and develop regular bulk employment.
Houthis Pause Red Sea Attacks and Lift Israeli Port Blockade Amid Gaza Truce
11, November 2025
Yemen’s Houthis have paused maritime attacks on Israel and lifted their blockade on Israeli ports amid a Gaza truce, easing tensions in Red Sea shipping lanes.
Maersk Poised to Order Up to 12 LNG Dual-Fuel Mega Container Ships from China’s New Times Shipbuilding
5, November 2025
Maersk is poised to order up to 12 LNG dual-fuel container ships worth $2.3 billion from China’s New Times Shipbuilding.
