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Kongsberg Maritime wins contract for integrated systems on Solstad‑SBM deepwater vessel
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Kongsberg Maritime wins contract for integrated systems on Solstad‑SBM deepwater vessel

The deal delivers a full suite of propulsion, DP and deck machinery to a new China‑built multipurpose installation ship slated for delivery in early 2029.

25 Aug 2026
ADNOC L&S adds two $444 m LNG carriers to Jiangnan orderbook Newbuilds & Orders

ADNOC L&S adds two $444 m LNG carriers to Jiangnan orderbook

ADNOC Logistics & Services has exercised options for two new 175,000 cbm LNG ships from China’s Jiangnan Shipyard, raising its pending Chinese build.

25 Aug 2026
GTT receives order for two LNG carriers from HD KSOE Newbuilds & Orders

GTT receives order for two LNG carriers from HD KSOE

GTT has secured a contract from HD KSOE to design tanks for two new LNG carriers, boosting capacity and safety in the gas carrier market.

25 Aug 2026
Canada commits $11 billion to build six new icebreakers Newbuilds & Orders

Canada commits $11 billion to build six new icebreakers

Canada is investing C$11 billion in six new icebreakers to replace aging fleets, part of a broader strategy to strengthen Arctic presence and shipbuilding.

25 Aug 2026
Strategic Marine delivers first new catamaran for Bintan Resort Ferries
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Strategic Marine delivers first new catamaran for Bintan Resort Ferries

Strategic Marine has delivered the first of three new catamarans to Bintan Resort Ferries, marking a significant step in fleet renewal.

25 Aug 2026
RCL orders four 1,900‑TEU boxships from CSSC Huangpu Wenchong
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RCL orders four 1,900‑TEU boxships from CSSC Huangpu Wenchong

RCL has placed an order for four 1,900‑TEU feeder vessels at China State Shipbuilding’s Huangpu Wenchong yard, outlining size, capacity and new IMO‑phase.

24 Aug 2026
Japan launches $95m subsidy for zero-emission ships
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Japan launches $95m subsidy for zero-emission ships

Japan initiates five-year, $95m subsidy programme to promote use of hydrogen, ammonia, methanol, and batteries in newbuildings, aiming to accelerate.

24 Aug 2026
Everllence 175D gensets secured for four Rampage 6000‑DE offshore tugs in Guyana
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Everllence 175D gensets secured for four Rampage 6000‑DE offshore tugs in Guyana

A contract signed with a Turkish shipyard will see 16 Everllence 175D engines fitted to Smit Lamnalco’s new Rampage 6000‑DE tugs, supporting FPSO.

21 Aug 2026
Everllence and Hudong‑Zhonghua sign engineering design deal
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Everllence and Hudong‑Zhonghua sign engineering design deal

The German engine maker and Shanghai shipbuilder have inked a June 5 agreement to develop a dual‑fuel electric‑plus propulsion system for a new.

19 Aug 2026
Franbo Lines adds Japanese newbuild to MPP fleet
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Franbo Lines adds Japanese newbuild to MPP fleet

Taiwanese operator expands its multipurpose programme with a $29m vessel from Japan, bringing the total to 12 ships - providing insights into Franbo's.

15 Aug 2026
Amoysailing linked to first-ever newbuilding order at Chinese ship repairer
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Amoysailing linked to first-ever newbuilding order at Chinese ship repairer

A significant milestone in maritime history, as a quartet of bulkers has been contracted for newbuildings from Jiangsu Watts.

15 Aug 2026
Minsheng expands Shell-backed MR tanker programme to 11 newbuilds
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Minsheng expands Shell-backed MR tanker programme to 11 newbuilds

Minsheng Financial Leasing has increased its partnership with Shell, adding five more MR tankers at Guangzhou Shipyard International.

15 Aug 2026
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