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Wärtsilä hybrid propulsion solution to optimise efficiency and enable zero emissions for four new Dutch vessels

Technology group Wärtsilä will supply an integrated hybrid propulsion solution for four new 10,700 DWT geared tween decker vessels being built for Dutch ship owner and maritime service provider Vertom Group. Combining the Wärtsilä 25 medium-speed 4-stroke engine with a hybrid propulsion drive train with PTO/PTI/PTH, the package is designed to optimise vessel propulsion efficiency, while enabling sailing modes on batteries without using combustion power. The 10,700 DWT series complements Vertom’s ongoing fleet renewal programme and commitment to sustainable shipping. The order with Wärtsilä was booked in Q1 2025.

Van Oord christens Boreas, the largest and most sustainable offshore wind installation vessel in the world

Van Oord's brand-new offshore wind installation vessel Boreas was officially christened this morning in Rotterdam. The event marked a significant milestone in Van Oord’s commitment to enhancing the energy transition. In addition, Van Oord announced that it had become the first marine contractor to receive approval on science-based targets for its decarbonisation approach.

ABB and StarDream Cruises strengthen collaboration with new service agreement

ABB and StarDream Cruises strengthen their longstanding collaboration with a new service agreement covering two of the cruise line’s luxury ships – reinforcing a partnership that has helped the evolution of cruise travel in Asia.

Damen delivers ASD Tug 3010 ICE to Sundsvall Hamn

Damen Shipyards Group has delivered an ASD Tug 3010 ICE to Sweden’s Sundsvall Hamn (Port of Sundsvall). The tug is a modern vessel boasting features that ensure its suitability for operations in the harsh Baltic winters as well as the efficiency required for the coming decades.

MAN Energy Solutions becomes Everllence

The former MAN Energy Solutions is now operating under a new name and has become ‘Everllence’. The new brand identity applies worldwide and marks a significant milestone in the company’s strategic development.

Damen and Folla Maritime sign contract to deliver new hybrid workboat to Nova Sea

Damen Shipyards Group and its new partner, Norway’s Folla Maritime Service AS, have signed a contract with leading salmon farming company Nova Sea for the delivery of another hybrid workboat.

Two sets of SMST’s mission equipment for LDA’s newbuild SOVs

SMST is pleased to announce that it has been selected by Louis Dreyfus Armateurs (LDA) for the delivery of two sets of mission equipment, with an option for a third set. The Telescopic Access Bridges (TAB-L1), Access and Cargo Towers (ACT) and the 5t Motion Compensated Cranes (MCC-M) will be supplied to LDA’s newbuild Service Operation Vessels (SOVs). The by Salt designed vessels, to be built at ZPMC, will enter a long-term charter with Vattenfall and commence operations in 2027 at the German wind farms DanTysk, Sandbank, Nordlicht 1 and Nordlicht 2.

Value Maritime welcomes new commercial agent in Türkiye

Dutch emission-reduction technology innovator Value Maritime has signed a commercial representation agreement with international marine equipment representative Bulutlu Marine, officially expanding its presence in Türkiye. The agreement was signed on 05 June 2025 by representatives from both companies during the Nor-Shipping conference and exhibition in Oslo.

DMC to deliver custom rudders for 4 Dutch and Belgian Anti-Submarine Warfare Frigates

Damen Marine Components has received the order to design, engineer and produce eight rudders for the four Anti-Submarine Warfare Frigates that Damen Naval is building for the Belgian and Dutch Navies. Each vessel will be equipped with two rudders, developed to be resilient and to improve the hydrodynamic properties of the vessels that will be used for the defence and security of both countries.

Damen and Folla Maritime sign contract to deliver new hybrid workboat to Nova Sea

Damen Shipyards Group and its new partner, Norway’s Folla Maritime Service AS, have signed a contract with leading salmon farming company Nova Sea for the delivery of another hybrid workboat.