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Synergy Marine and Cochin Shipyard Form Strategic Partnership
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Synergy Marine and Cochin Shipyard Form Strategic Partnership

Synergy Marine and Cochin Shipyard have signed an MoU to collaborate on shipbuilding, repair, and conversion projects in India, leveraging their combined.

27 Sep 2026
EU ships scrapped in South Asia despite Europe's recycling capacity Shipyards & Repair

EU ships scrapped in South Asia despite Europe's recycling capacity

A new study reveals that the majority of European ships are being dismantled in South Asia, despite sufficient domestic recycling facilities, raising.

14 Sep 2026
Japan invests $3.8 billion in shipbuilders to boost industry Shipyards & Repair

Japan invests $3.8 billion in shipbuilders to boost industry

Japan's Minister of Transport unveils a significant investment plan aimed at revitalizing its shipbuilding sector, following declining market share.

11 Sep 2026
Everllence Completes First Full-Scale Tests of 175DF-M Dual-Fuel Methanol Engine Shipyards & Repair

Everllence Completes First Full-Scale Tests of 175DF-M Dual-Fuel Methanol Engine

Everllence has run the first full-scale tests of its 175DF-M dual-fuel methanol engine, with commercial orders already secured for superyachts.

06 Sep 2026
Bidding for Chemical/Oil Tanker “XIN AO TAI 1” Scheduled
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Bidding for Chemical/Oil Tanker “XIN AO TAI 1” Scheduled

The Hellenic Shipping News reports on a public online bidding for a chemical/oil tanker, detailing its specifications and bidding rules.

27 Aug 2026
Ultramax bulk carrier Maria Topic returns to service with OceanWings rigid wingsail
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Ultramax bulk carrier Maria Topic returns to service with OceanWings rigid wingsail

The Maria Topic has re‑entered commercial operation after a wind‑assisted propulsion upgrade at Tsuneishi Shipbuilding, illustrating how EU‑funded.

25 Aug 2026
India gains momentum as Bangladesh ship recycling market faces pressure
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India gains momentum as Bangladesh ship recycling market faces pressure

A closer look at how improving steel demand in India contrasts with challenges faced by Bangladesh, according to Wirana Shipping.

24 Aug 2026
One killed in Chinese shipyard explosion
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One killed in Chinese shipyard explosion

A fire at Huahai Shipyard in Fujian, China, resulted in one fatality and injuries among firefighters; the cause is under investigation.

14 Aug 2026
MSC Silvana VIII faces sinking near Zhoushan amid typhoons
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MSC Silvana VIII faces sinking near Zhoushan amid typhoons

An 8,401 TEU container ship is in danger of partial sinking near Zhoushan, China, as salvage efforts continue despite two typhoons.

11 Aug 2026
EC proposal to approve Indian ship recyclers faces backlash
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EC proposal to approve Indian ship recyclers faces backlash

A pressure group opposes EU's plan to list two Indian facilities, citing non-compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

09 Aug 2026
TOTE mobilises US shipyards for Navy landing ship program
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TOTE mobilises US shipyards for Navy landing ship program

TOTE Services launches a nationwide network to support the construction of eight Medium Landing Ships, leveraging over 30 suppliers and shipbuilders.

08 Aug 2026
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