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Rocket Lab selects Bollinger for transformation of barge to Neutron landing platform Written by Nick Blenkey Long Beach, Calif.-headquartered launch service and space systems specialist Rocket Lab has awarded Bollinger …

Braskem, one of the world’s largest suppliers of chemical and petrochemical products and a global pioneer in large-scale biopolymer production has celebrated the arrival of its new ethane carrier Brave …

One of the world’s leading dry bulk ship owners, Berge Bulk, harvested over 1.2 metric tonnes of fresh vegetables at sea in 2024 through its fleetwide hydroponics program. Launched in …

Crowley’s newest LNG-fueled containership Tiscapa, the third in its Avance class, began its inaugural service July 10, adding faster, bigger options for timely ocean cargo transport around the U.S., Caribbean …

Rocket Lab selects Bollinger for transformation of barge to Neutron landing platform Written by Nick Blenkey Long Beach, Calif.-headquartered launch service and space systems specialist Rocket Lab has awarded Bollinger …

Vard books EUR 200M contract for new Inkfish research vessel Written by Nick Blenkey Fincantieri’s Norwegian-based subsidiary Vard has signed a contract with U.S.-based research organization Inkfish. Worth in excess …

We Work the Waterways (WWW) has announced the formation of its inaugural board of directors and advisory council, marking a significant milestone in the organization’s launch as an independent nonprofit …

VIDEO: Artemis eFoiler CTV in action at Scottish wind farm Written by Nick Blenkey A demonstration project led by Belfast, Northern Ireland-based Artemis Technologies, has successfully completed a technical demonstration …

The Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT) is now the first Southeast U.S. port of call in the Premier Alliance’s East Coast 3 (EC3) container service, which directly connects Jacksonville with ports …

EcoNavis Solutions, a spin-off from the University of Strathclyde in Scotland has begun production of its patented Eco Boss Cap propeller hub, marking the transformation of a university-led research project …

At its monthly board meeting on July 9, the Greater Lafourche Port Commission announced it approved the payment and acquisition of a 743-acre tract from the State of Louisiana, paving …

By Ed McNamara, CEO of Cleveland-based port insurance broker Armada Risk Partners Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the new frontier in port operations, revolutionizing work in areas ranging from vessel traffic …

In this episode of Marine Log’s Listen Up! podcast, we’re joined by Seamus Murphy, executive director of San Francisco Bay Ferry, the public ferry system operated by the Water Emergency …

Everllence has received the first order for its 175DF-M (Dual-Fuel Methanol) engine. It covers the supply of two 12V175DF-M and one 16V175DF-M variable-speed yacht gensets, including methanol fuel-supply systems; delivery …

The Freire Shipyard in Vigo, Spain, yesterday launched the research vessel Anita Conti. The family-owned yard was selected in July 2023 to build the advanced vessel by the French national …

The IMO Council announced today that Dr. Rosalie Balkin has been named the recipient of the International Maritime Prize for 2024. The award recognizes her outstanding contributions to international maritime …

U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy today announced that the Maritime Administration (MARAD) has designated 848 new miles of navigable waterways and approved 14 new sponsors for the …

Everllence names Stefan Eefting its new head of Americas Written by Nick Blenkey The executive board of Everllence (the former MAN Energy Solutions) has appointed Stefan Eefting as its new …

With the arrival of Svitzer Barrington, the first of two state-of-the-art TRAnsverse tugs ordered by Svitzer Australia, maritime operations at the Port of Newcastle, New South Wales, are set for …

General Dynamics Electric Boat gets $1.85B Virginia class contract mod Written by Nick Blenkey General Dynamics Electric Boat, a business unit of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD) reports that it was …

“During the first half of 2025, U.S. seaborne grain shipments increased 9% y/y, driven by stronger maize exports,” says Filipe Gouveia, shipping analysis manager at BIMCO. “While an increase in …

Washington State Gov. Bob Ferguson announced yesterday that he has selected the $714.5 million bid from Florida-based Eastern Shipbuilding Group to build three new 160-vehicle hybrid-electric ferries. Two shipyards had …

Cavitation erosion and corrosion remain persistent challenges in marine operations, often causing severe damage to rudders, thruster tunnels, and other underwater components. This leads to frequent drydockings, costly repairs, and …

Poland’s two-ship DELFIN signals intelligence (SIGINT) ship program took a significant step forward today, with prime contractor Saab reporting that the first ship, ORP Jerzy Różycki, had been launched in …

By Lt. Gen. Mark Faulkner, USMC (Ret.), president, Institute for Defense and Business Recent memoranda issued by Department of Defense (DoD) leadership signals a pivotal shift in the approach to …

Zamil 80, the first of three new 60-meter Incat Crowther designed fast support intervention vessels (FSIVs) has completed sea trials at Singapore shipbuilder Lita Ocean. Designed for offshore marine services …

On June 26, Nashville headquartered Ingram Marine Group held a christening ceremony in Paducah, Ky., for the M/V Chuck A.J. Arnold and M/V John D. Roberts—both towboats. The M/V John …

One of France’s best known shipping companies has a new majority owners, a new CEO, and will soon get a new name. The Louis-Dreyfus family has sold an 80% stake …

NTSB releases update on Cuauhtémoc strike on Brooklyn Bridge Written by Nick Blenkey The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has issued a preliminary report on the progress of its investigation …

HII partners with enterprise AI specialist to use artificial intelligence at Newport News and Ingalls Written by Nick Blenkey HII (NYSE: HII), America’s largest military shipbuilder, and enterprise AI application …

In a ceremony held in New Orleans this past Saturday, Louisiana First Lady Sharon Landry officially christened the Edison Chouest-built hybrid SOV ECO Liberty. The ceremony marked the culmination of …

AMP welcomes over 1,100 maritime academy graduates to the industry Written by Nick Blenkey The American Maritime Partnership (AMP), the voice of the U.S. domestic maritime industry, today congratulated the …

By Peter Satchwell, global business director, Wärtsilä Water & Waste The maritime industry finds itself navigating increasingly choppy regulatory waters. Shipowners and operators today face an ever-expanding array of rules …

The Chamber of Shipping of America (CSA) has promoted Sean Kline to CEO and president, succeeding Kathy Metcalf, who steps into the role of president emeritus. Kline served seven years …

New Barents Sea oil discovery near Johan Castberg field Written by Nick Blenkey Stavanger, Norway-headquartered Vår Energi and its partners Equinor and Petoro report a commercial oil discovery in the …

ABS has published a new technical paper on offshore floating CO2 injection that provides analysis of the offshore technologies supporting carbon capture and storage (CCS). This much-publicized approach to supporting …

EV Maritime, the New Zealand electric ferry design and technology company tapped by California’s Angel Island ferry to design its all-new hybrid electric vessel, reports that its first fully electric …

Ontario pumping CAD 215 million into its shipbuilding sector Written by Nick Blenkey The Ontario government is investing CAD 215 million (about USD 184 million) to support shipbuilding and the …

Hornblower names Ed Quinn president of its ferry and concession division Written by Nick Blenkey Hornblower Group has named Ed Quinn, a 1998 graduate of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, …

Op-Ed: 5 things to know about FuelEU Maritime and IMO MEPC 83 Written by Heather Ervin Commentary from Maria Angeles Lopez, Decarbonization Manager at Peninsula As of January 1, 2025, …

Beloit, Wis.–headquartered Fairbanks Morse Defense (FMD), has appointed Steve Pykett as chief executive officer. He comes to the role with more than 25 years of experience in the aerospace and …

Bernhard Schulte Offshore takes delivery of new CSOV Windea Curie Written by Nick Blenkey Bernhard Schulte Offshore (BSO) has taken delivery of its latest Commissioning Service Operation Vessel (CSOV) from …

By Jennifer Merck, Vice President of Maritime, Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) The U.S. is racing to modernize its maritime industrial base. Historic legislation is in motion. Public …

One of the largest marine petroleum transportation companies in the U.S. is set to come under new ownership. Maritime Partners LLC reports that, on June 24, 2025, an entity controlled …

BOEM publishes PNOS for U.S. Gulf oil and gas Lease Sale 262 Written by Nick Blenkey The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management yesterday announced the publication of a Proposed Notice …

The U.S. Department of Transportation reports that Vice Admiral Joanna M. Nunan, 14th Superintendent of the United States Merchant Marine Academy, Kings Point, N.Y., and Deputy Superintendent Rear Admiral David …

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB} has issued its report on a Feb.10, 2024 incident in which the towboat Tom Frazier grounded near Portsmouth, Ohio. The vessel, built in 1979 …

S&B Infrastructure Ltd. has appointed Matt Garner as president of its New Orleans based naval architecture and marine engineering subsidiary TAI Engineers (TAI). He succeeds Bill Krewsky, who will retire …

The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) today released a report on the actions it says that the U.S. Coast Guard needs to take to address the problems facing its aging …

North Kingstown, R.I.-headquartered REGENT Craft reports that sea trials of its Viceroy Seaglider prototype are advancing rapidly, with the revolutionary craft’s first crewed foil-mode testing now successfully completed. Following the …