AAL Shipping Welcomes AAL Hamburg’s Second Super B-Class Vessel

AAL Shipping (AAL) is preparing to take delivery of the second vessel in its Super B-Class newbuilding series, the ‘AAL Hamburg’, following a formal naming ceremony at the CSSC Huangpu-Wenchong Shipyard in Guangzhou, China. The vessel will soon embark on its maiden voyage to Europe.

Naming Ceremony and Maiden Voyage

On July 12th, 2024, the AAL Hamburg was officially named, honoring the historic German port city that serves as a strategic hub for AAL’s European operations. The ceremony was...

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HAMMONIA Reederei Joins Stena Sonangol Suezmax Pool with Aura M Vessel

New Membership Announcement

The Stena Sonangol Suezmax Pool, a joint venture between Stena Bulk and the Angolan state-owned oil company, Sonangol, has announced the addition of HAMMONIA Reederei as a new member.

Addition of Aura M Vessel

As part of the agreement, HAMMONIA’s vessel Aura M, a 2020-built 156,000mt crude oil tanker, has joined the pool’s fleet. This addition enhances the pool, which now operates 20 high-quality, fuel-efficient Suezmax tankers.

Leadership Comments

Aderito Pereira,...

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Addressing Maritime Hazards: Canada’s Efforts to Manage Problem Vessels

Vancouver, British Columbia – Wrecked, abandoned, or hazardous boats pose significant threats to the environment, local communities, and economies. Through the Oceans Protection Plan, the Government of Canada is actively addressing these problem vessels and ensuring owner accountability.

Recent Enforcement Actions
Recently, the Canadian Coast Guard utilized its authority under the Wrecked, Abandoned or Hazardous Vessels Act to issue a $15,000 fine, in the form of an administrative monetary...

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Kongsberg Maritime to Upgrade Normand Sentinel with Advanced Rim-Drive Thrusters

Kongsberg Maritime is set to enhance Solstad’s Normand Sentinel, a prominent subsea construction vessel, with their latest electric rim-drive azimuth thrusters. This upgrade marks a significant step forward in maritime energy efficiency and sustainability.

James Poulton, SVP of Aftermarket Sales, Kongsberg Maritime states that “The anticipated energy savings, particularly in DP mode, will ensure the vessel remains a preferred choice in the market.”

Vessel Upgrade Details

The Normand Sentinel, a...

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LNG-Fueled Bulker Joins Himalaya Shipping’s Fleet

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Himalaya Shipping has taken delivery of its fifth LNG-powered Newcastlemax bulk carrier in China, says an article published on Lng Prime.

Reflecting a significant premium

New Times delivered the 210,000-dwt LNG dual-fuel, Mount Matterhorn, on July 13, the shipbuilder said in a statement.

This is the fifth of the twelve 210,000-dwt Newcastlemax dual-fuel newbuildings Himalaya has on order at NTS.

Tor Olav Trøim’s Himalaya said in a separate statement that the new bulker...

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