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Vard Electro shows system integration capability with debut delivery for Ulstein Verft of SeaQ Communication on Olympic CSOVs

Complex shipbuilding projects demand efficient system integration and commissioning from suppliers to meet tight construction schedules. And Vard Electro has demonstrated its proven competence in this area with a debut delivery for the Ulstein Verft shipyard of integrated SeaQ Communication solutions for two advanced newbuild CSOVs now delivered by the Norwegian yard for Olympic. “The ability to see the bigger picture of such a system delivery is essential to overcome potential obstacles in the integration process and ensure efficient execution of a newbuilding project,” says Vard Electro’s Project Manager Fredrik ...

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HD Hyundai says robots will be building ships in 2030

Fumes rise in the airy shipyard of HD Hyundai Samho’s panel factory, where blue-suited workers in welding masks assemble ship cells. Scattered throughout the space, robots tethered to vertical wires operate alongside human workers, delivering precise, smooth welding lines that surpass manual craftsmanship. This is the everyday scene at the HD Hyundai Samho’s shipyard, which currently operates 54 collaborative robots on the scene. The dockyard possesses the most of HD Hyundai’s three shipbuilding affiliates, surpassing HD Hyundai Heavy Industries’ 26 and HD Hyundai Mipo’s 16. The shipbuilding affiliate’s automation efforts ...

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Pioneering high-tech, green shipbuilding in India

India is determined to join the world’s top shipbuilding and shipping nations. Backed by an ambitious government programme and advanced technology, Cochin Shipyard has built a reputation for high-tech, green shipbuilding expertise. As the world’s most populous country, blessed with enormous natural resources, India is among the biggest national economies in the world, boasting high annual growth rates. Astonishingly, however, India is traditionally not counted among the leading maritime nations, despite its roughly 7,000 kilometres of coastline. The majority of Indian export cargo is still being transported by foreign-owned vessels. ...

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India to be among top 10 global ship manufacturers by 2030: Sonowal

India will be among the top 10 global manufacturers of ships by 2030, Union Ports, Shipping and Waterways Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said. Addressing ‘Sagarmanthan – The Great Oceans Dialogue’, Sonowal further said the global South will determine the shape of ocean trade in the 21st Century. “Given that India has the rich talent pool as well as resources to become a major shipbuilding nation, we are aiming to enter the top 10 of shipbuilding countries by 2030 while working our way to become the world’s top 5 by 2047,” he ...

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S.Korean firms bet big on US LNG market under new Trump gov’t

South Korean energy and shipbuilding companies are gearing up for a swift advance into the US liquefied natural gas (LNG) market expected to take a new leap under a second Donald Trump administration vowing to lift regulations in the country’s LNG industry. According to sources in the Korean energy industry on Wednesday, POSCO International Corp. is considering acquiring an LNG terminal in the US, in which LNG production and exports are expected to hit new record highs once Trump returns to the Oval Office next year. During his presidential campaigns, ...

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First Damen Combi Freighters 5000 on maiden voyage to Squtrixo General Trading

A product of continual evolution During the maiden voyage of the two CF 5000 vessels, Damen is monitoring performance via its onboard IoT system, Damen Triton. This award winning system collects and analyses data from thousands of sensors located around the vessel. Based on ship design criteria and benchmark information, this data then provides valuable insight into maintenance requirements and vessel performance, amongst other things. In this instance, Damen is using the data provided by Triton to assess the performance of the new vessels and to gather information to ensure ...

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Strategic Marine, Mirai Ships Inc., and Ragnar Energy Solutions Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Advance Shipbuilding Collaboration

Strategic Marine Pte Ltd (“Strategic”), Mirai Ships Inc. (“Mirai”), and Ragnar Energy Solutions Pte Ltd (“RES”) are pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a framework for exclusive newbuild collaborations, marking a significant milestone in global shipbuilding partnerships. This strategic partnership combines the strengths of three industry leaders: Mirai Ships Inc., an established shipbuilding yard in Japan; Strategic Marine, a globally renowned builder of high-performance aluminium vessels for the offshore energy sector; and Ragnar Energy Solutions, a trusted provider of engineering, project management and ...

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Samsung Heavy Industries Achieves Certification for LNG Carrier with Wind-assisted Propulsion

Samsung Heavy Industries announced on Nov. 20 that it has received basic design certification for a liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier equipped with a wind-assisted propulsion device called the “wing sail.” This innovative development marks a significant step towards enhancing fuel efficiency and reducing carbon emissions in the maritime industry. The wing sail, a sail-shaped structure, functions by utilizing the principle of lift generated by the pressure difference between the upper and lower parts of the wing. This technology allows the LNG carrier to harness wind power, thereby improving propulsion ...

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Navigare Shipping and Thecla Bodewes Shipyards sign major shipbuilding contract for four GADUS vessels

Thecla Bodewes Shipyards, a leading shipbuilder with a reputation for excellence in the maritime industry, is pleased to announce the signing of a major shipbuilding contract with Navigare Shipping, a family-owned shipping company from the Faroe Islands with a strong regional presence and an international operational footprint. The order of four new vessels marks the start of a major fleet renewal process for Navigare Shipping, and symbolises a big step towards a more sustainable future. The contract signing ceremony took place in October 2024, bringing together key representatives from both ...

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South Korean Shipbuilders Target $50 Billion in Orders Next Year

The shipbuilding supercycle is expected to continue next year, with projections indicating that domestic shipbuilders’ order volume will exceed $50 billion (approximately 70 trillion won). Particularly, with large-scale container ship orders from Asian shipping companies anticipated, there is growing optimism that domestic firms will secure orders for both liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers, where they currently hold the top position, and container ships. According to the shipbuilding industry on Nov. 20, the combined order volume of the five major domestic shipbuilders (HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, HD Hyundai Samho, HD Hyundai ...

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LR explores future trends with Korean shipbuilders

The Global Conference on Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering (G-NAOE) 2024, co-hosted by Lloyd’s Register (LR) and The Society of Naval Architects of Korea (SNAK), convened in Southampton this month to explore the latest advancements in sustainable ship technology and future trends in the maritime industry. Across the four days, experts and stakeholders from around the world provided valuable insights across a range of topics including alternative fuels, digitalisation, maritime technical policy and safety. One of the conference highlights was The CTO Ocean Forum, which brought together leading figures from ...

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J-ENG completed test operations of test engine for the first domestic ammonia-fueled engine

We, Japan Engine Corporation (J-ENG), have been conducting various test operations since we began the world’s first ammonia co-firing operation of a large low-speed 2 stroke engine in May 2023 under New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO)’s “Green Innovation Fund Project/ Next-generation Ship Development” and have now completed the planned tests at the end of September this year. Through these tests, we have achieved stable operation of the engine at a high ammonia co-firing rate and have confirmed that the generation of nitrous oxide (N2O), which has high ...

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HD KSOE, Hanwha Ocean Win Orders for Two Very Large LPG Carriers Each

HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (KSOE), which is in charge of the shipbuilding division of HD Hyundai, announced on Nov. 18 that it had signed a construction contract with an Asian shipping company for two very large liquefied petroleum gas carriers (VLGCs). The total order amount is 340.3 billion won. The two VLGCs ordered this time will be built by HD Hyundai Heavy Industries and delivered by December 2027. HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering has so far won orders for a total of 177 ships (including one offshore ...

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Strategic Marine Delivers First Purpose New Build Imo Tier Iii Ctv For Poland’s Offshore Wind Sector

Strategic Marine is proud to announce the successful delivery of a StratCat 27 Crew Transfer Vessel (CTV) to ORLEN to operate in Poland’s growing offshore wind sector. This state-of-the-art vessel is designed specifically for offshore wind farm operations. The StratCat 27 is scheduled to begin operations in the North Sea before transitioning to the Polish exclusive economic zone in the Baltic Sea. The StratCat 27 is a cutting-edge vessel equipped with advanced technologies to meet the demanding conditions of offshore wind farms. Designed with efficiency and sustainability in mind, the ...

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India needs to build ships

With India on the threshold of becoming the world’s third largest economy, we need to begin thinking about a economically critical and strategically important sector — ships. Discussions about this sector often centre on the logistics and efficiency of ports, which is undeniably important. However, ships are equally vital, not only for economic but also for strategic reasons. It is essential to recognise that the building, ownership, and flagging of ships are interconnected yet distinct issues. In this article, we focus on how to address the shipbuilding issue. A vessel ...

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