ABB to power Singapore’s first floating LNG terminal

Hanwha Ocean, one of the leading shipbuilders in South Korea, has awarded ABB the contract to supply a complete electric power and propulsion system for Singapore’s first floating liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal. The contract is the latest milestone in the long-standing collaboration between ABB and Hanwha Ocean.

Heesen Marks Major Milestone as Project Grace Hull and Superstructure are Joined

Heesen Yachts announces a key milestone in the construction of YN 21350, Project Grace, with the joining of her hull and superstructure. Project Grace is the inaugural yacht in Heesen’s new 50-metre Steel class.

Fugro to support sewerage infrastructure renewal in Leidschendam-Voorburg

Fugro has been awarded a contract by the Municipality of Leidschendam-Voorburg to deliver an integrated preliminary site investigation (SI) for the city’s sewerage infrastructure renewal programme. The contract covers 11 sewerage projects across the municipality and forms part of the Sewerage Projects Implementation Plan (UPR), which aims to modernise essential infrastructure and improve climate resilience.

How environmental acoustics enhance offshore wind projects

By using underwater acoustic monitoring to capture the sounds of marine life over time and across different locations, researchers can assess the ecological impacts of offshore wind development at every stage, from planning through to decommissioning.

Huisman to deliver 2,600mt Leg Encircling Crane for Hanwha Ocean

Huisman has been awarded a contract from Hanwha Ocean for the design and construction of a 2,600mt Leg Encircling Crane (LEC). Hanwha Ocean, formerly known as Daewoo Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering (DSME) is one of the largest shipbuilding companies in South Korea.

Powered-Up Propulsion: ZF Marine Unveils new POD 4900

Padua (Italy) / Cannes (France). ZF is extending its pod propulsion range with the new POD 4900. Designed for larger commercial and recreational vessels measuring up to 150 feet, the system is compatible with engines up to 2,000 HP at 2,450 RPM. Through close cooperation among the three companies, ZF’s POD 4900 will first launch onboard the Azimut Grande 30M superyacht as part of a highly integrated power pack by Rolls-Royce Power Systems.

ABB and Blykalla to collaborate on nuclear power technology for maritime industry

ABB has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Swedish nuclear energy company Blykalla to support and accelerate the deployment of small modular lead-cooled reactors to the maritime industry.

Damen signs 24 vessel order with Serco

Damen Shipyards Group has signed a contract with Serco for the delivery of 24 vessels of various types. Serco has recently been awarded a ten-year contract with the UK Royal Navy to provide maritime services at His Majesty’s Naval Bases Clyde, Devonport and Portsmouth under the Defence Maritime Service Next Generation (DMS NG) Vessel Replacement Project (VRP). As part of the agreement Serco will support the Royal Navy’s vessel replacement programme (VRP).

Van Oord completes installation of 109 cables at the Sofia Offshore Wind Farm

Rotterdam, the Netherlands, 8 September 2025 - Van Oord has successfully completed the laying, burial, termination and testing of 109 array cables at the Sofia Offshore Wind Farm. This achievement underscores Van Oord’s commitment to accelerating the global energy transition through large-scale renewable energy infrastructure.

PortXL celebrates a decade of innovation and unveils the 2025 Cohort

PortXL, the world's first maritime start-up accelerator, is proud to announce its 2025 cohort, marking a significant milestone as the organization celebrates 10 years of fostering innovation and driving technological advancements in the maritime industry.

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