MPC Capital acquires 50% stake in BestShip

The investment and asset management firm MPC Capital has acquired a 50% stake in BestShip from the Norwegian maritime group Wilhelmsen.

This strategic move strengthens MPC Capital’s maritime services portfolio and supports its expansion into energy transition-focused initiatives.

BestShip specializes in comprehensive, data-driven evaluations of vessels and fleets, focusing on energy efficiency and emission reduction requirements. The company provides expert guidance on necessary conversions or...

https://container-news.com/mpc-capital-acquires-50-stake-in-bestship/

ABS in MOU on 3D-printed marine and offshore spare parts

ABS has signed a memorandum of understanding with Singapore-based Pelagus 3D Pte. Ltd that aims to advance the technologies of on-demand additive manufacturing (AM) and the adoption of 3D-printed marine and offshore spare parts.

Pelagus 3D is a joint venture of Thyssenkrupp and Wilhelmsen. During a three-year term, ABS will collaborate with the company on a variety of initiatives including the incorporation of ABS testing requirements through the Pelagus platform for AM parts. The project will...

https://www.marinelog.com/technology/abs-in-mou-on-3d-printed-marine-and-offshore-spare-parts/

Thyssenkrupp and Wilhelmsen Joins To Amplify 3D Printing Capabilities

Credit: Thysennkrupp

New joint venture “Pelagus 3D” launched on 29 September 2023. Pelagus 3D to become largest one-stop partner for digital manufacturing in the maritime and offshore industry. Global network ensures time- and cost-efficient delivery

Maritime Supply Chains
  • Thyssenkrupp and Wilhelmsen have teamed up to create “Pelagus 3D,” a joint venture that will provide digital spare parts for the global maritime industry using advanced 3D printing technology.
  • Thyssenkrupp brings its additive...

https://mfame.guru/thyssenkrupp-and-wilhelmsen-joins-to-amplify-3d-printing-capabilities/

VESSEL REVIEW | Marit & Therese – Autonomous electric Ro-Ro pair for Norway’s Asko Maritime

Asko Maritime, the marine cargo transport division of Norwegian retail company Asko, has taken delivery of two new freight-only Ro-Ro vessels in a series built by Cochin ..

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https://www.bairdmaritime.com/ship-world/dry-cargo-world/ro-ro-world/vessel-review-marit-therese-autonomous-electric-ro-ro-pair-for-norways-asko-maritime/

COLUMN | Run up that hill!: DOF and Constellation restructure, at last! Vallianz enters foundation transport market [Offshore Accounts]

Good things come to those who wait, even DOF shareholders. Indeed, Kate Bush boasts the longest-ever gap between Number One singles in Official UK Chart history, with 44 ..

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