Kemal Can Kayar

Kemal Can Kayar

Yesterday 13:03

Aker Solutions Secures New Contract with Vår Energi

Aker Solutions Secures New Contract with Vår Energi

Aker Solutions has secured a five-year maintenance and modification contract for Vår Energi’s assets in Norway’s southern Continental Shelf, with an option for extension.

Yesterday 11:50

Norovirus Outbreaks Hit Three Cruise Ships in December

Norovirus Outbreaks Hit Three Cruise Ships in December

Multiple norovirus outbreaks hit three cruise ships in December, affecting hundreds of passengers and crew members, according to the CDC.

Yesterday 11:29

Swedish Police Board Chinese Ship in Sabotage Investigation

Swedish Police Board Chinese Ship in Sabotage Investigation

Swedish authorities boarded the Yi Peng 3, a 23-year-old bulker linked to the severing of two Baltic Sea data cables, after an invitation from Chinese authorities.

Yesterday 11:07

Castor Maritime Sells Container Vessel for $19.3 Million

Castor Maritime Sells Container Vessel for $19.3 Million

Cyprus-based shipowner Castor Maritime has announced the sale of the 2,700 teu containership Gabriela A for $19.3m, netting a $0.8m gain.

Yesterday 10:48

EnTrust Global to Acquire Belships in $452M Deal

EnTrust Global to Acquire Belships in $452M Deal

EnTrust Global’s Blue Northern to acquire Norwegian bulker owner Belships for NOK 5.182bn ($452m), valuing the company at a 30% Premium.

19 December 2024 - 20:41

Pirates Demand $10 Million Ransom for Chinese Fishing Vessel off Somalia

Pirates Demand $10 Million Ransom for Chinese Fishing Vessel off Somalia

Pirates holding a Chinese-owned fishing vessel off Somalia’s northeastern coast have demanded a $10 million ransom, marking a significant escalation in regional maritime security threats. The vessel, captured in late November, is being detained in Puntland’s Xaafuun district along with its 18-member crew.

19 December 2024 - 14:32

Ocean Infinity Unveils First Armada 86 Vessel

Ocean Infinity Unveils First Armada 86 Vessel

Ocean Infinity has received the Armada 86 01, the first in a new series of 85-meter robotic vessels constructed by Norwegian shipbuilder Vard at its Vung Tau facilities in Vietnam.

19 December 2024 - 14:27

Israeli Strikes Target Al-Hudaydah Port and Ras Isa Oil Facility

Israeli Strikes Target Al-Hudaydah Port and Ras Isa Oil Facility

Airstrikes targeted key maritime and energy infrastructure in Yemen, including the port of Al-Hudaydah and the Ras Isa oil facility, according to reports.

19 December 2024 - 11:49

IMO Advances Efforts to Combat Marine Plastic Litter

IMO Advances Efforts to Combat Marine Plastic Litter

Marine plastic litter, a growing environmental concern, has emerged as a significant issue for vessel operators, stemming from pollution linked to ships and fishing activities, alongside the broader problem of plastic waste in the oceans.

19 December 2024 - 11:36

New Direct Shipping Route Boosts Trade Between China and Southeast Africa

New Direct Shipping Route Boosts Trade Between China and Southeast Africa

A newly launched direct shipping route by COSCO Shipping Specialized Carriers Co Ltd is set to improve trade connectivity between China and Southeast Africa.