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Saipem Secures $550 Million Worth of Offshore

Drilling Contracts

Italian offshore services firm Saipem has won two offshore drilling contracts, one in the Middle East and one in the
Mediterranean Sea, worth about $550 million in total.In the Middle East, Saipem said it had ensured the continuity of the
ongoing activity of the PERRO NEGRO 7 jack-up drilling unit from the second half of the year by securing a ten-year
extension to the existing contract. The PERRO NEGRO 7 is a jack-up capable of operating in up to 375 feet of water
depth. While Saipem did not specifically say it, according to available info, the rig is on a contract with Saudi Aramco.
"The 10-year extension is a record duration in the area, which in the past had only been granted to an international
contractor on limited occasions, and further strengthens Saipem's strategic positioning in the drilling segment," Saipem
said."After having recently expanded its presence in the area from three rigs in 2021 to seven expected at the end of
2023 thanks to the acquisition of various multi-year contracts, with this contract renewal, Saipem sees, once again
recognition of its commitment to executing projects efficiently with attention to safety and the environment in the main
"shallow water" market worldwide," Saipem added.In the Mediterranean Sea, Saipem has won a contract for the
utilization of the semisubmersible unit Scarabeo 9 for an estimated period of around six months plus an optional period.
The unit is a sixth-generation semisubmersible drilling rig equipped with a dual ram rig and is capable of operating in
ultra-deep water, i.e., at depths of up to 12,000 feet."The acquisition of this contract confirms Saipem's solid positioning
in the Mediterranean drilling market, an area which has been characterized over the years by appreciable stability and is
expected to be able to contribute to keeping fleet utilization rates high," Saipem said.Saipem did not say when the
Scarabeo 9 contract was expected to start nor who the client was. The rig is now located offshore of West Africa,
according to information from MarineTraffic.com.source : Offshore Engineer
The KANALA inbound for Antwerp passing Breskens Photo : Henk de Winde (c)
De Havendagen Zeewolde zijn in aantocht!

De Havendagen Zeewolde vinden dit jaar alweer voor de zesde keer plaats, van vrijdag 7 t/m 9 juli a.s. De
organisatie mag zich dit jaar verheugen op een recordaantal schepen die allemaal in dat weekend te bewonderen zijn
aan de kade van de Aanloophaven. Het evenement is gratis toegankelijk.
“In de loop van de vrijdagmiddag komen de circa zeventig boten aan in Zeewolde. Dat zorgt ’s avonds voor een mooi
schouwspel als de boten worden verlicht. Wij zijn trots dat er dit jaar weer zoveel schippers naar Zeewolde komen; het
zijn echt allemaal stuk voor stuk unieke schepen!”, aldus Jakob de Vries, bestuurslid evenementen van Puur Zeewolde.
Dit jaar is ook de KNRM weer van de partij, maar ook het stoomschip Christiaan Brunings dat normaal gesproken bij het
Scheepvaartmuseum in Amsterdam ligt en de mijnenveger de Mahu.
Wethouder Winnie Prins heet de schippers ‘s middags van harte welkom tijdens de rondgang door de haven, waarna de
Havendagen Zeewolde vlag gehesen wordt bij de feesttent. Deze locatie vormt het hele weekend het hart van de
activiteiten. ’s Avonds wordt het programma afgetrapt met de soul-, funk- en discoband Mind Funk, en afgesloten met
een spetterend optreden van de tributeband De Dijk, Laaiend Vuur.

Programma vol unieke activiteiten en muziek

De zaterdag start met een vol programma. In de volle Aanloophaven vindt er een kunst- en oude ambachtenmarkt
plaats, aangevuld met een zomermarkt in het centrum van Zeewolde. Nostalgie is er in de vorm een collectie stationaire
motoren. En zijn er volop mogelijkheden op kennis te maken met de verschillende watersportgerichte en andere
landactiviteiten. Een unieke beleving voor de bezoekers is een tochtje op het water met een van de opduwers. Tegen een
kleine vergoeding vaar je al mee, alleen niet op het moment dat ’s middags de trekproef met deze schepen gedaan
wordt. De avond wordt afgesloten met een echt Nederlands optreden van de bekende smartlappenband Diep Triest.
Deze band staat voor Feest en Meezingen, met hoofdletters!
Het programma op de zondag mag er ook zijn. De dag start met een oecumenische kerkdienst in de tent, gevolgd door
de kunst- en ambachtenmark. Ook kunnen er weer allerlei watersportactiviteiten ondernomen worden. ‘s middags
ontbreekt de muzikale noot niet: diverse optredens staan ingepland in de feesttent. Aan het eind van de middag wordt
de vlag gestreken en komt er einde aan de drie nautische dagen in Zeewolde.
Tip: stem zaterdag 8 juli mee op ‘Mooiste boot’ door de QR-code bij de boten te scannen en jouw favoriete schip aan te
vinken. Meer informatie: www.puurzeewolde.nl.
Bakamla launches fourth high-speed patrol vessel

A Maritime and Security
Agency (Bakamla) high-speed
craft is seen on Tanjung
Uncang waters in Batam, Riau
Islands, on June 23, 2023.
(Kompas/Hadi Maulana)
The Maritime and Security Agency
(Bakamla) launched on Monday
the fourth domestically built high-
speed patrol vessel, claiming it to
be the fastest patrol boat in the
country, in Tanjung Uncang
waters in Batam, Riau Islands. “I
can guarantee that this HSC
[high-speed craft] is the fastest
patrol boat in Indonesia,”
Bakamla chief Vice Adm. Aan
Kurnia said at the launch
ceremony, adding that the boat
would be used to intercept
smugglers. The vessel, built by
shipbuilding company PT Palindo Marine Batam, can achieve speeds of around 65 knots (120 kilometers per hour) and
cost Rp 10 billion (US$666,267), Aan said. Bakamla will deploy the boat in waters around Ambon in Maluku, which is
within the agency's Eastern Zone area. Previously, the agency had deployed two HSC in Batam in the Western Zone and
one in the Central Zone. “Smuggling boats can go up to 40 knots, which is why it’s important for us to have faster
vessels,” Aan said. The Bakamla chief said that ideally each zone should operate 10 HSC. Last year, Government
Regulation (PP) No. 13/2022 mandated the agency to improve inter-institutional coordination among various government
stakeholders on maritime security and safety. The regulation mandates Bakamla to lead maritime law enforcement
operations and to act as official government representative in international forums on maritime security. The regulation,
signed by President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo in March 2022, also empowers Bakamla to coordinate with other stakeholders
in investigating violations of the law at sea. Bakamla was established in 2014 to boost the effectiveness of law
enforcement at sea and is designed to become the country’s coast guard with its own armed vessels. However, other
institutions, including the Navy, already have authority over national waters and the vessels to enforce it. Besides the
Navy, the Transportation Ministry runs the Coast and Sea Guard (KPLP) and the Maritime Affairs and Fisheries Ministry
also has its own division, as does the Customs and Excise Agency and the National Police has its water and air branches.
Many provincial administrations also run their own coast guard patrols. Source The Jakartapost

President Marcos Jr. and shipping industry put

seafarer top of agenda at Manila summit
Groups representing the shipping industry have hailed the success of a
key summit in the Philippines aimed at strengthening the seafaring
workforce, after President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr
commended the event as an “extremely important gathering.”
The President addressed attendees of the ‘Shaping the Future of
Shipping: Seafarer 2050’ in Manila. The summit was a gathering of
employers, shipowners and unions solely focused on prioritising the
needs of seafarers around the world.
President Marcos Jr. remarked:
“We are proud of the title as the seafaring capital of the world, with
half a million Filipinos braving the vastness of the seas, comprising a
quarter of the global maritime workforce. We are also grateful for the
opportunities that our seafarers have created and are thankful for the
wealth that they have brought home. I thus insure everyone that this
government will continue strengthening maritime related policies and
protecting our seafarers and their loved ones.”Adding: “As President, I
reiterate my directive to the Maritime Industry Authority and the
Commission on Higher Education to work closely with the shipping
industry on the upskilling and reskilling of Filipino seafarers to prepare
them for the shift of ocean-going vessels from using conventional fuel
sources to green ammonia between 2030 to 2040. Moreover, I enjoin national government agencies, multi-layer
organisers, and private stakeholders to work together in identifying strategies to ensure the availability of skilled workers
to fulfil the requirements of the shipping industry. This is expected to significantly increase by the year 2050.”
The event was organised by the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), the International Maritime Employers’ Council
Ltd. (IMEC) and the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF), with the Filipino Shipowners’ Association (FSA).
They convened leading maritime stakeholders at a time when recruitment and retention of seafarers is of paramount
importance.
In his speech, President Marcos Jr. noted: “Now we find ourselves at a turning point for this very crucial sector. In recent
years the entire transportation industry, including shipping of course, is undergoing a huge transformation marked by the
coming of new and sustainable fuels, as well as an increasing deployment of digitisation and automation.”
Adding: “A central part of this change necessarily includes investing in a highly qualified and well-trained workforce that
will build, maintain, and man these shipping vessels and sail towards other opportunities.”
Delegates examined the opportunities and challenges facing the world’s nearly two million seafarers over the coming
decades, including increasing automation and digitisation, and the production and transportation of future fuels.
The agenda prioritised education, capacity-building, recruitment, and retention and just transition strategies to
strengthen the industry’s future amidst evolving challenges.
Emanuele Grimaldi, Chairman of the ICS board, remarked:“It’s the right time to put seafarers centre stage. We’re
delighted to have brought together the global maritime community for the first time to remind the world of seafarers’
unique value to society, and to discuss solutions and opportunities for future generations.
“ICS are committed to actioning the outcomes of the summit, in partnership with governments, employers, and unions
to continue to evolve our industry for the better, building on the collaboration that was fundamental to ending the
pandemic crew change crisis.”
Stephen Cotton, General Secretary of the ITF, said: “Seafarers are rightfully at the top of the agenda because they are
the professionals that will drive and define the future of the shipping industry. This summit presents us all with a ground-
breaking opportunity to define what skills, what technologies, what standards of training, will be needed in the future,
and to ensure that the seafarers who move the world’s cargo are at the centre of driving the transformation of our
industry.” “Whether it’s to combat climate change or the other challenges facing the industry, we must utilise this
opportunity to raise standards across the industry and within our regulatory bodies like the IMO, to ensure that shipping
is sustainable in every sense of the word – socially, environmentally and economically.”
Capt. Belal Ahmed, Chairman of IMEC:“Principal partners of Global Maritime Industry came together for a successful
summit and committed to work together to ensure Seafarers are centre point of all we do. Industry challenges due to
climate change, technological innovation will require huge investment in Seafarers Skill upgrade. We at IMEC are

committed to work together with employers, our social partners ITF and our industry Partner ICS to ensure the transition
to 2050 is achieved together.IMEC wishes to thank President Ferdinand Bongbong Marcos Jr. for his keen interest
of the welfare of Seafarers by attending the Manila Maritime Summit. We hope this summit will mark the beginning of
cooperation by ALL in the Maritime industry
What is ambulance chasing?

Ambulance chasing is when lawyers (or people hired by lawyers) seek out victims of accidents and prey upon their
vulnerabilities in order to secure their business. This is unethical and illegal in the Philippines !
How do you know if you're being chased?

You might not see a lawyer literally running down the street after your ambulance, but
you can be "chased" in ways that are not so literal.
If someone who you don't know visits you in the hospital (who isn't hospital staff), or if
someone offers you transportation or money, you're likely being targeted by an
ambulance chaser.
If you're at home and someone you don't know calls and knows that you were in an
accident, hang up. Some ambulance chasers or their representatives (runners) will
spend time in hospital lobbies looking for victims or family members, or they might call
you using the number listed in the police report. If someone approaches or calls you to
talk about your accident :
either hang up or ask them to leave.

'Ambulance chasing', decarbonization can still rock
the boat for Filipino seafarers
Keeping more Filipinos employed on the world's ships will need more than reforms to maritime education and training
programs, industry leaders said, adding Filipino seafarers face more challenges as global shipping changes.
These include global changes to the supply chain to lower the shipping industry's carbon emissions and the issue of
"ambulance chasing" — a term used for lawyers who persuade workers injured on the job to seek monetary damages —
that can drive shipping companies to seek sailors elsewhere.
While workers deserve compensation for work-related injuries, the shipping industry sees "ambulance chasers" as
seeking large settlements for even minor injuries.
"Let’s see this as a beginning of a new chapter to make sure that the Filipino seafarers continue to maintain their position
as Number One in the world," Natalie Shaw, director for employment affairs at the International Chamber of Shipping,
said in a press briefing with the Department of Migrant Workers on Monday.
There are around hundreds of thousands of Filipino seafarers deployed around the world, but Shaw said that ensuring
future employment "does need focus on education, training, mitigating ambulance chasing, and doing all the things
which we’re working with and starting to look in which employers are committed to making sure will happen in joint
partnership with the Filipino government."The European Commissionk said it will continue recognizing the seafarer
certificates issued by the Philippines to masters and officers. The decision cleared around 50,000 Filipino seafarers
serving onboard EU-flag vessels. Migrant Workers Secretary Susan "Toots" Ople said they expect a "resurgence" of the
demand for Filipino seafarers. The Philippines has been the top source of seafarers globally, with around 380,000
Filipinos already deployed.
Education and training challenges
Beginning with partners back home, the DMW said it will be meeting with the Department of Transportation, the
Maritime Industry Authority, and the Commission on Higher Education, among other related agencies, to discuss ways
forward "so everything can be synchronized." The country still needs to fix six issues pointed out by the European
Maritime Safety Agency, which include how the country facilitates the examination and assessment of competence, its
monitoring, supervision and evaluation of training and assessment as well as the onboard training of its seafarers. "[The
deficiencies were] the basis for the proposal to withdraw the recognition of the certificates," Ambassador for the
European Union to the Philippines Luc Veron said in an interview with CNN Philippines' "The Source" on Tuesday. "These
are the areas that we will continue to monitor."International stakeholders on Monday noted that the problem was not in
Filipino seafarers' competence, but rather the lack of consistency among programs offered by different maritime schools
in the Philippines.
"The Philippines continues to maintain its leadership because it has a number of institutions that do the right thing, they
do it at the right level, and we continue to employ [graduates] from those institutions," Francesco Gargiulo, CEO of the
International Maritime Employers’ Council. "The issue we have is not all [seafarer graduates from the Philippines] are at
the same level," he added.
Keeping up with global demand
Helio Vicente, senior manager for Policy and Employment Affairs at the International Chamber of Shipping, said that the
industry is expecting a shortfall of 90,000 officers by 2026. He said the industry "must significantly increase training and
recruitment levels" to avoid the large deficit.

While the Philippines is already an industry leader when it comes to producing excellent seafarers, Vicente said ship
owners are looking at other "unconventional seafaring nations" to fill the gap. Beyond this though, more training
involving new skills would be needed to face the evolving industry. "Any seafaring nations that are facing major issues
now is likely to face even bigger issues when the process of decarbonizing the industry, which is already underway, is
really ramped up come 2050 when targets are expected to be met," Vicente said.
"Their skills will be entirely different, the industry will look entirely different, [and] their training requirements will be
entirely different."The DMW is set to meet with its international partners for a workshop in June to help improve the
country’s seafarer programs. Meanwhile, stakeholders said the "single biggest issue" is the prevalence of ambulance
chasing in work-related injuries.
"That’s the reason why a number of our members, maritime employers have decided to shift their manpower resource
away from the Philippines and towards sometimes less qualified manpower sources and it’s a very frustrating issue,"
Gargiulo said, adding that most of the money paid for claims "ends up in the pockets of lawyers."
Ambulance chasing persists in the country despite a law passed in 2015, the Republic Act 10706, or an Act Protecting
Seafarers Against Ambulance Chasing and Imposition of Excessive Fees. The law also details penalties, such as a fine of
up to P100,000 as well as imprisonment. Vicente said that Filipino seafarers account for 14.4% of people
employed in the global shipping industry, down from 20% partly because of ambulance chasing.
"In our eyes, in the eyes of our members, [the ambulance chasing issue] is much bigger than the EMSA audit," Gargiulo
of the maritime employers' council said. Source : Kaycee Valmonte - Philstar.com
California approves a $42 million grant to the Port of

Oakland for its Green Power Microgrid Project
The California Transportation Commission (CTC) voted to approve a $42 million grant to the Port of Oakland for its Green
Power Microgrid Project. This project will markedly increase the Port’s ability to deliver green-sourced power to its
seaport operations, bringing the Port even closer to its zero emissions goal, according to the company's release. The Port
of Oakland joined forces with Caltrans, and the Metropolitan Transportation Commission to submit the grant. The project
site is within the Port of Oakland seaport complex, and the Port will implement the project. The total project cost is $60
million. The Port of Oakland will provide approximately $18 million in funds for the project. The project will dramatically
increase the number of pieces of heavy-duty equipment that can be charged at seaport facilities, raising the Port's
capacity to over 1,000 on- and off-road Zero Emissions Vehicles (ZEVs).Once completed, the Microgrid will also increase
the availability of green power for ships docked at Oakland and refrigerated containers in transit at Port facilities.This
project also supports the Port of Oakland's and California’s efforts to achieve its emissions reduction goals related to
seaport operations. Additionally, the Microgrid will supply backup power to help insulate the Port of Oakland from
regional power outages.The Port of Oakland oversees the Oakland Seaport, Oakland International Airport, nearly 20 miles
of waterfront including Jack London Square, and a publicly owned utility. The Port's 5-year strategic plan - Growth with
Care - pairs business expansion with community benefits, envisioning more jobs and economic stimulus as the Port
grows. Source : portnews
INEOS Energy charters two LNG carriers to import

LNG from the US to Europe
INEOS Energy Trading has signed agreements with Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) for two new build LNG carriers, to be used
for the import of LNG into Germany from the United States, according to the company's release.These agreements are a
significant milestone for INEOS Energy Trading, following the long-term Sales and Purchase Agreement signed with
Sempra for 1.4 mtpa of supply out of Port Arthur and the purchase of long-term regasification capacity in Brunsbuttel,
the German LNG terminal.INEOS will capitalise on its experience as the largest transporter of ethane gas from the US to
Europe and Asia, to develop a ‘pipeline’ of LNG into Europe to service its own demand, as well as that of select third
parties.Both vessels have a capacity of 174,000 m3. They are being built at the Okpo Shipyard in South Korea and will be
equipped with the latest MAN Energy Solutions engines (ME-GA). The addition of Air Lubrication technology and Shaft
Generators means the vessels are expected to be highly efficient.Whilst INEOS has an extensive fleet of ethane and
naphtha carriers, these two vessels signify their first entry into the LNG carrier market.INEOS is a global petrochemicals
manufacturer, comprising 36 individual businesses. The company operates 194 facilities in 29 countries throughout the
world, employing 26,000 people. Source : PortNews
The RNLI celebrates the 60 years lifesaving

anniversary of its inshore lifeboats
Atlantic 85 departing on response Blackpool Photo : LB Photography (c)

Introduced in 1963, the inshore lifeboat continues to be an invaluable asset in the Royal National Lifeboat Institution’s
(RNLI) fleet as new figures show the charity’s Inshore lifeboats have saved 30,778* lives across 60 years.
The inshore lifeboat has enabled the charity’s volunteer crews to carry out their lifesaving work closer to shore, in areas
inaccessible to other lifeboats in the fleet. Designed to be quick and manoeuvrable, inshore lifeboats can operate in
shallower water, near cliffs and rocks meaning crews can get as close as possible to those in trouble. Blackpool RNLI
lifeboat station has had their inshore lifeboats saving lives at sea since 1965 when the first one arrived at the station. The
volunteer crew at the station has gone on to launch 2,524 times, save 308 lives and aided 602 people. There are three
current inshore lifeboats, the Atlantic 85 William and Eleanor together with two D Class, Phyllis Rowan and
Blackpool Endeavour
David Warburton, Volunteer Lifeboat Operations Manager at Blackpool, said: ‘Our three Blackpool lifeboats have enabled
our volunteer crew to reach areas close to shore, the seawalls and the piers to rescue people in trouble. These fast and
highly manoeuvrable lifesaving craft answered the need for a quicker and more agile response to rescues in areas of
water that were more challenging to the larger and slower all-weather lifeboats.
‘They are a part of our community and suit the demands of the rescues we attend, and with their unique features and
capabilities has made a huge difference to the efficiency and effectiveness of our volunteer 24/7 search and rescue
service.‘Our lifeboats have aided many people in difficult situations, whether that’s people being cut off by the tide, boats
in trouble or water users in need of our help.’
Colin Lowe, volunteer helm at Blackpool RNLI lifeboat station: ‘In August 2022, we launched one of our D class lifeboats.
The fantastic design of the lifeboat allowed us to get close to the seawall and rescue a man close to drowning, any delay
would have had tragic consequences.’ The RNLI builds and maintains most of its inshore lifeboats in house at their
Inshore Lifeboat Centre in Cowes on the Isle of Wight. This allows the charity to have greater control over costs and

quality ensuring they produce the best lifesaving asset for their crews and spend their supporters’ donations in the most
efficient and effective way.For more information about our Inshore Lifeboats, click HERE.
· *Statistics taken from 1963 – 2 May 2023. Includes lifesaving statistics from our Atlantic 85, D class and E class
lifeboats, launches of our daughter boats from the RNLI’s all-weather lifeboats and models of inshore lifeboats that are
no longer part of the RNLI fleet.
Atlantic 85 lifeboat
The current generation of B
class lifeboat is called the
Atlantic 85 – named after the
Atlantic College in Wales
where these rigid inflatable
lifeboats (RIBs) were first
developed. 85 represents its
length – nearly 8.5m. The
lifeboat is both day and night
capable and can operate in
weather up to a Beaufort
Force 7.
· There have been three
generations of B class
lifeboat. The first one was the
Atlantic 21, the first RIB to
join the RNLI fleet. It served
from 1972 until 2008.
The Atlantic 21 was then
replaced by the Atlantic 75,
which was in service from
1993 until 2022. It has now
been replaced by the
Atlantic 85, which was
introduced to the fleet in 2005.
· The introduction of the first rigid inflatable lifeboat (RIB) – the Atlantic 21 – into the RNLI fleet back in 1972
revolutionised lifesaving at sea.
· The speed, manoeuvrability, agility and versatility of these RIBs dramatically improved the efficiency and effectiveness
of our search and rescue service. All three generations of our Atlantic lifeboats have helped us to save thousands of lives
at sea
· When it comes to responding to a lifesaving task, the Atlantic 85 lifeboat is one of the fastest in the fleet; her top speed
is 35 knots powered by two 115hp 4-stroke engines.
D class
· With a top speed of 25 knots, the D class lifeboat can operate in both day and night with an endurance of 3 hours at
sea.
· As an inflatable inshore lifeboat, the D class is designed to operate close to shore in shallower water. Although our
smallest lifeboat, the D class saves more lives than any other class of lifeboat.
· The latest generation of D class lifeboats, known as the IB1 type, was introduced in 2003 with improved speed,
manoeuvrability and equipment. Source : RNLI
WinGD and AET sign ammonia engines and training

collaboration agreement
Swiss marine power company WinGD has entered into a collaboration agreement with ship owner and operator AET and
maritime academy Akademi Laut Malaysia (ALAM), both part of MISC Group, to develop technology and training for
ammonia engines. The agreement will see the partners work towards the potential introduction of X-DF-A ammonia-
fuelled engines on vessels which would be among the first ammonia dual-fuelled tankers in the world. The project
timeframe is in line with WinGD’s previously announced roadmap, bringing the first engines for Suezmax or Aframax
tankers into service from 2025. Zahid Osman, President & CEO, AET said: “I am pleased that we were able to formalise
the collaboration with WinGD to develop the required ammonia engines and training materials that will help seafarers to

safely manage the new generation of zero emission vessels. The outcomes of this collaboration will support AET and
MISC Group to deliver on our commitment to deliver more energy with lower emission.” WinGD will develop a crew
training syllabus and support its implementation, preparing some of the first seafarers in the world on ammonia-fuelled
vessels to handle the new fuel and engines with confidence. The arrangement will provide the opportunity for ALAM to
train its seafarers and supervisors on the operation, maintenance, monitoring, repair and health and safety procedures
specific to the new engines.Rudolph Holtbecker, Director Operations WinGD said: “This cooperation between engine
designer, shipowner and training institution marks a powerful push towards realising the potential of ammonia as a
maritime fuel. As well as preparing our engines for integration within a key vessel type, the training developed under this
project will also feed into the knowledge pool needed for operators and their crews to confidently, safely and efficiently
operate these new fuelled vessels.”
MINISTER HIGHLIGHTS GIBRALTAR’S EVOLVING

ROLE AS A MARITIME HUB
Written by Lesley Bankes-Hughes
Opening the Maritime Week Gibraltar (MWG) Flagship Conference this week, The Hon. Vijay Daryanani MP, Minister for
Business, Tourism and the Port, spoke of Gibraltar’s rich maritime heritage and the vital role that Gibraltar plays in the
world of maritime affairs. ‘Gibraltar, with its strategic location at the gateway between the Mediterranean Sea and the
Atlantic Ocean, has been a hub of maritime activity for centuries. Our small yet remarkable nation has served as a
meeting point for diverse cultures, a trading centre for merchants, and a haven for seafarers from around the globe.
Today, it continues to be a bustling maritime hub, offering essential services and support to international shipping and
trade.’ He told delegates that Maritime Week Gibraltar ‘serves as a platform for us to recognise and appreciate the
invaluable contributions made by the maritime industry to our local economy and the global trade network. It provides an
opportunity to showcase Gibraltar's maritime expertise, cutting-edge technology, and commitment to sustainability in this
ever-evolving sector.’Daryanani urged delegates to forge new partnerships, cultivate innovation, and explore sustainable
practices that will shape the future of the maritime industry, adding: ‘Together, we can build a maritime ecosystem that
is not only efficient and prosperous but also environmentally conscious and socially responsible.’The biennial Maritime
Week Gibraltar is hosted by HM Government of Gibraltar, the Gibraltar Port Authority, the Gibraltar Maritime
Administration, and the University of Gibraltar Maritime Academy, and is created and organised by Petrospot.
Tugs: More hybrid electric and improved crew

comfort
By : Michael Crowley
Tugboat designs continue to evolve with an emphasis on propulsion efficiency coupled with improving onboard working
conditions.The commitment to hybrid-electric propulsion units is growing after a slow start due to the technology’s capital
cost.It’s “picked up quite heavily with more hybrid tugs and battery-electric tugs,” said Lawrence Best, director of design
development at Robert Allan Ltd., Vancouver, British Columbia An example is the Robert Allan- designed 98'6"×43'×17'6"
Seabulk tug SPARTAN, which operates in Port Arthur, Texas. The SPARTAN is powered with a Berg Propulsion package
comprised of twin 2,550-hp Caterpillar 3512E main engines matched up with twin Cat C18s generators and one Cat C7.1
generator, enough power to generate 12.6 knots running speed. The Spartan was built by Master Boat Builders, Coden,
Ala., and was said to be “the most advanced hybrid electric package ever delivered by Berg Propulsion.” The 5,100-hp

SPARTAN runs on main engines only, gensets only or a combination. Switching from one operating mode to another is
accomplished by pushing a button. In hybrid mode, power is balanced between diesel and electric motors to optimize
fuel consumption and bollard pull.
The 5,100-hp SPARTAN runs on main engines only, gensets only or a combination. Robert Allan Ltd. photo
Daniel Thorogood, Seabulk president and CEO, said the SPARTAN represents “a new generation of vessels whose
flexibility is proving that hybrid tug technology is our choice for the future.”
ELECTRIC TUG
Not to be outdone is Crowley Engineering Services, Seattle (formerly Jensen Maritime Consultants), which oversees
construction of a vessel that has the attention of most of the tugboat industry. It’s the eWolf, which will be the first fully
electric ship-assist tug in the U.S. and is designed to be the first zero-emission tugboat. Small gensets will be available if
needed, but the eWolf is expected to operate primarily on batteries that are recharged at night at a dock in San Diego.
The 82'×40' harbor tug was designed by Crowley Engineering and is being built at Master Boat Builders, Coden, Ala., for
Crowley Marine Services. When it comes to improving energy efficiency and reducing greenhouse gases, the American
Waterways Operators emphasized in a memo to its members that based on empirical data, the tug, towboat, and barge
industry “is the most environmentally friendly, fuel efficient mode of freight transportation, with both lower greenhouse
gas emissions per-ton-mile and a substantially smaller carbon footprint than competing modes.”
On another design level, the eWolf, with a projected 70-ton bollard pull, will be the testing platform for some of Crowley
Engineering’s next-generation tugboat designs. As fuel efficient and powerful as a tug might be, if the crew doesn’t like
the living and working conditions, some of them might not stick around for any length of time, and suddenly the tugboat
operator finds itself shorthanded.
Thus, an important eWolf design focus is an emphasis on crew comfort that aims to provide “people their own personal
space that can be uniquely updated for each person on the vessel, to give us a completely fresh look inside the vessel to
anyone stepping on aboard,” said Bryan Nichols, director, business development, Crowley Engineering Services. Elements
in that design were arrived at after Crowley engaged noise consultants and interior designers and sent engineers out on
vessels to understand what life is like on a tugboat.
Other eWolf innovations include the bow staple, which is pushed into the bulwarks to keep crewmen from getting caught
between the staple and the line going out to a ship, and a step that’s been traditionally in the deck was eliminated.
Perhaps the most innovative feature is a rescue ladder built into the port and starboard sides of the tug, about
amidships, making it much easier for someone who falls overboard to haul himself back aboard. The eWolf is scheduled

to be operational in 2023. But even before it’s been launched there’s already talk that the next eWolf generation will have
a 90-ton bollard pull.Nevertheless, there does continue to be plenty of demand for more conventionally powered tugs.
That includes the Robert Allan-designed, 77' Athena, a Tier 4 ship assist and harbor escort tug for Brusco Tug & Barge,
Longview, Wash. It was built at Diversified Marine, Portland, Ore., and outfitted with a pair of 3,400-hp Caterpillar 3516
Tier-4 compliant engines generating 96 tons of bollard pull. Crowley Maritime chartered the tug and claimed it is “the
most powerful tug for its size in the U.S.” The Athena also came with remote monitoring.
Main Iron Works is building a 5,000- hp tractor tug for Bisso Towboat at its Luling, La., shipyard to be powered with a
pair of 2,500-hp Caterpillar 3516E diesels. The estimated bollard pull will be 66 tons. This will be the sixth azimuth stern
drive (ASD) tractor tug Main Iron has built for Bisso in the past nine years. The previous one was the 100'×38'×13'6",
6,008-hp Capt. Joseph Bisso delivered in early 2022.Master Boat Builders will build its first tugs for Moran Towing, New
Canaan, Conn. The 86'×36' tugs will have a bollard pull of over 55 tons, and each will be outfitted with twin Caterpillar
3512E main engines, producing 2,549 hp each. The tugs will also feature Kongsberg thrusters and a Markey Machinery
bow winch.The Army Corps of Engineers will increase its presence on the Great Lakes with a pair of 1,600-hp
76'×25'×10'8.5" CELRE Detroit ice-class tugs to be designed and built by Conrad Shipyard, Morgan City, La. Source :
Workboat
The DELFBORG (9393266) - entering Ghent Canal from Finland Photo : Peter Hollands ©
SEA-LNG COALITION CALLS ON IMO TO REGULATE

ALL GHG EMISSIONS ON A FULL LIFECYCLE BASIS
LONDON, UK - 29 June 2023: Clear and consistent regulation is key to driving maritime decarbonisation. With this in
mind, and ahead the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) 80th Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC
80), industry association SEA-LNG calls on the IMO to regulate all greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from shipping,
including carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide on a full lifecycle, Well-to-Wake, basis. IMO regulation should be
goal based and technology neutral with the ambition of achieving convergence between global and regional measures.
At MEPC 80, the IMO is set to revise its Initial Strategy on the Reduction of Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Ships. The
revised strategy will contain concrete GHG reduction targets for the sector and is expected to outline a basket of
technical and economic measures to be developed to set global shipping on an ambitious path towards aligning with Paris
Climate Agreement targets. Methane emissions associated with the use of LNG as a marine fuel, in particular methane
slip in engine combustion cycles, is a topic that has the maritime industry’s complete attention. The industry has made
great strides to reduce methane slip on a voluntary basis. Engine technologies already exist with virtually no methane
slip, and for those low-pressure engines where it remains an issue, continuing innovations by engine manufacturers have
resulted in levels of methane slip falling four-fold over the past 20 years. Further, specific programmes have recently
been set up with the aim of addressing methane slip, such as the Methane Abatement in Maritime Innovation Initiative
(MAMII) and the Green Ray project. Furthermore, upstream emissions of methane are being addressed by a number of
United Nations (UN) and industry initiatives. The highest profile of these is the Global Methane Pledge (GMP), launched at
COP26 in November 2021 to catalyse action to reduce methane emissions.

Voluntary initiatives are to be encouraged and applauded but progress needs to be accelerated if the 1.5 degrees Celsius
temperature goal of the Paris Agreement is to be met. The most effective way of doing this is through regulation.
While the mandate of the IMO does not extend to fuel production and supply chains, any GHG regulations developed by
the IMO need to take into account upstream, or so called Well-to-Tank emissions. In other words, regulations must be
based on a full lifecycle, Well-to-Wake, approach.Finally, in addressing GHG emissions, the IMO should continue with its
current approach and resist picking technology ‘winners’. Regulations should be goal based and technology neutral and
coherence should be sought with the Fit for 55 package of regulations currently being developed under the European
Green Deal. The maritime sector cannot risk the emergence of a fragmented patchwork of global and regional regulations
which could create confusion, conflicting incentives and ultimately, delay. Peter Keller, Chairman, SEA-LNG, said:
“Shipping is unlikely to achieve its decarbonisation targets without a basket of fuels. Conducting comprehensive Well-to-
Wake analysis is the only way to accurately compare the viability of all marine fuels.”
ISPO 2023 - Amsterdam 11/12 October 2023

Registration for ISPO 2023 will be open from Wednesday 28 June.
ISPO – the International Standard for Pilotage Organizations
- annual conference for pilots and port-related organizations around
the world – will take place this year in Amsterdam on 11/12 October.
The theme of this year’s
conference is Crisis Management.
Crisis Management
Every day, commercial ships sail in and out of ports around the world
– around 90% of world trade goes by sea.
The risk of shipping accidents is greatest in port approaches and
pilotage area. One of the principal measures to
mitigate this risk is for ships to use the services of a marine pilot.A
marine pilot is a local expert in maneuvering ships in areas with high
shipping traffic. Partly because of this, thenumber of shipping
accidents, near misses and incidents is small. Nevertheless, incidents
occur occasionally, andthe consequences of such incidents can be
significant for the ship, the port, the pilot organization and the
environmentPrecisely because major incidents occur so rarely, pilot
organizations must be well preparedThe ISPO conference focuses on
the consequences of a serious incident in pilotage waters. After an
incident, allorganizations involved must deal with a number of
agencies- port state, flag state, insurers to name but a few.
How does the pilot organization deal with the press? How are affected
pilots assisted to get back to work? And
what lessons can be learned to minimize the likelihood of recurrence?
At ISPO 2023, all these topics will be discussed extensively.
Speakers will be announced in July.

The WIND OSPREY arriving in Eemshaven Photo : Gordon Priestley (c)
Maritieme en transport praktijk Ten Holter Noordam

advocaten versterkt met komst associate partner
Vivian van der Kuil
Vivian van der Kuil (1975) start per 1 juli 2023 als associate partner bij Ten Holter Noordam advocaten.
Vivian is maritiem advocaat, gespecialiseerd in de maritieme ongevallenpraktijk. Ze adviseert en procedeert over
aansprakelijkheid, wrakopruimingen, milieuovertredingen, salvage en andere maritieme kwesties. Naast het maritieme
recht, is Vivian procesrecht specialist. Voor Vivian in 2012 advocaat werd, is zij jaren werkzaam geweest bij de
Koninklijke Marine als Officier Zeedienst en binnen de rechterlijke macht. Naast haar advocatuurlijke praktijk treedt Vivian
op als raadsheer-plaatsvervanger en arbiter, is zij vakdocent bij de beroepsopleiding advocatuur en doet zij
promotieonderzoek aan de EUR.
Vivian: “De overstap naar Ten Holter Noordam advocaten geeft mij de mogelijkheid mijn praktijk verder te laten groeien
en samen te werken met advocaten met andere specialismen. Cliënten zoeken steeds vaker bredere dienstverlening en
dat hoop ik zo te kunnen bieden. Ik herken mijzelf in de filosofie en werkwijze van het kantoor en ik kijk er naar uit om
aan de slag te gaan.”Met de komst van Vivian wordt de maritieme en transportpraktijk binnen Ten Holter Noordam
advocaten verder uitgebreid. De natte advocatuur zit verweven in het DNA van Ten Holter Noordam advocaten, met in
het verleden Gijs Noordam als kapitein. Deze expertise is door Carel van Lynden, of counsel en advocaat zeerecht en
scheepsfinanciering, en Pim van Grieken, advocaat transportrecht, door de jaren heen in de breedte ontwikkeld met ook
een financieringspraktijk. Het specialisme en de internationale ervaring van Vivian leggen een verbinding tussen de natte
en brede (transport) praktijk die met volle vaart vooruit kan. Ten Holter Noordam advocaten is een multiservicekantoor in
Rotterdam dat zich richt op de marktgebieden Bouw, Haven, Overheid en Zorg. De advocaten zijn gespecialiseerd in

vrijwel alle rechtsgebieden die voor deze sectoren van belang zijn en daarbuiten. Samen werken zij aan één doel:
ondernemingen, overheidsinstellingen en non-profitorganisaties snel en efficiënt helpen met praktische oplossingen bij
juridische problemen en een duidelijk advies over het voorkomen daarvan.
Powerful Brazil-built escort tugs cut emissions

by Martyn Wingrove
WS ROSALVO is the third tug completed in

Wilson Sons six-vessel building campaign
Wilson Sons latest escort tugs are the most
powerful and have the lowest emissions in Brazil.
WS ROSALVO is the third of the Brazilian
owner’s latest newbuilds and has been assisting
large ships visiting the Port of Açu, São João da
Barra near Rio de Janeiro, since its arrival 27
April.
This reverse stern drive (RSD) tug was built at
Wilson Sons’ own shipyard in Guarujá, in São
Paulo state, to Damen’s RSD 2513 design with
more than 90 tonnes of bollard pull and a FiFi1
certified fire-fighting system that can pump out
2,400 m³/hr of water and foam mixed. It is a 24-
m escort tug with a beam of 13 m that is capable
of harbour, coastal and offshore towage.
WS ROSALVO has an exhaust treatment system
to remove NOx gases and comply with IMO Tier
III emissions standards. Wilson Sons says this
new tug emits 75% less NOx than conventional

tugboats, helping to improve air quality in ports where it operates.

The twin fins in the hull design mean the tugboat consumes up to 14% less fuel, emits lower CO2 volumes, has improved
seaworthiness and increase drag capacity during manoeuvres, meaning propulsion does not have to work so hard to
achieve the towage requirements. There is greater cushioning and turning moments, reduced hull interaction of the skeg
and fins with thrusters and less capsizing movement, improving crew safety. The hull has a high freeboard at the bow
and stern-reducing water loading during manoeuvres. It is painted with an anti-fouling, tin-free, self-polishing coating for
five years of operation. Two diesel engines drive two Kongsberg Maritime azimuth thrusters with fixed-pitch propellers of
300 cm diameter. Box and keel coolers reduce engine cooling maintenance.
The deck is free of obstacles and there is a layout for safe working conditions. The escort render winch is built into the
deck to prevent water build up and corrosion spots, while the cruciform has high load capacity and the structure is
designed to reduce tow rope wear. The wheelhouse has safety glass with high impact resistance for great visibility with
reduced blind spots, while the superstructure has an integrated chimney for safe manoeuvring. The light mast can be
folded down for maintenance.
WS ROSALVO followed two similar RSD tugs with IMO Tier III-compliant propulsion. WS CENTAURUS, delivered July
2022, and WS Orion delivered October 2022, operate in Ponta da Madeira and Itaqui. Wilson Sons expects the Guarujá
shipyard to complete another escort tug during Q4 2023 and two more in 2024 as part of its modernisation strategy with
a fleet consisting of 82 tugs.“WS ROSALVO demonstrated the importance of innovation and sustainability for Wilson
Sons,” says Wilson Sons executive director of towage Márcio Castro. “It is reaffirming the company’s trail-blazing spirit in
the Brazilian industry, with modern tugboat building and operations, which are increasingly needed to meet the growing
demand in ports for more powerful tugs to attend large ships more sustainably.” With the delivery of WS ROSALVO,
Wilson Sons reached the mark of 151 vessels built in its shipyards. These tugboats were built with financial support from
the Merchant Marine Fund, with the Brazilian Development Bank as a financial agent.
Wilson Sons and Porto do Açu started collaborating on harbour operations in 2016 and opened the first innovation hub
dedicated to port and maritime solutions in Latin America, Cubo Maritime & Port, in 2022. Wilson Sons group participates
in the operation of more than 50% of all ship berthings in Brazilian ports.
“We strive to understand our clients’ needs to optimise their port operations by building upon our expertise and also the
technology of our tugboats,” says Wilson Sons commercial director of towage Elísio Dourado. “With WS Rosalvo, we
intend to add value and increase the productivity of operations in a market that demands an increasing number of
sustainable projects.” Source : Riviera Maritime Media
Xeneta container rates alert: long-term ocean freight

rates fall again, with almost 50% drop in key pricing
benchmark across last three months
The beleaguered carrier industry took another major hit in June, with the latest data from Xeneta’s Shipping Index
(XSI®) showing a decline of 9.4% in global long-term shipping rates. Following on the heels of a 27.5% collapse in May,

and a 10.3% fall in April, contracted rates have now shed 47.2% of their value in the last three months alone, and
51.7% over the course of 2023.Xeneta’s real-time data, crowd-sourced from leading global shippers, shows falls in the
prices of valid long-term contracts across all key trading corridors. The uniform declines have now pushed the XSI® to a
23-month low, with, as Xeneta CEO Patrik Berglund points out, little hope of a turnaround on the industry horizon.
Challenging times
He notes: “The fall from the peaks of last year have almost been as dramatic as the rates explosion which gave carriers
such a profitable 2022. Those higher rates now appear to be a distant memory, while 2023 is becoming quite
challenging. A fall of almost 50% in contracted prices in just three months on the XSI® is highly unusual. “Furthermore,
with on-going weak demand, continuing macroeconomic and geopolitical uncertainty, and a growing excess of capacity,
it’s difficult to see how the industry can turn this current trend around – at least in the short-term.” Xeneta’s data
demonstrates a case of ‘the bigger they are, the harder they fall’, with huge declines for the year to date on the main
container corridors. The Far East export benchmark, a key link in the global supply chain, has, Berglund remarks, steeply
declined since December 2022, shedding 65.3% of its value. Meanwhile, the US import sub-index is down 56.3% for the
year, with the European import benchmark declining 46.2%. The opposing European export figure fared only slightly
better, down 38.3%.
Dramatic drops
“If we sift through those headline figures and look at individual trades, we see some eye-catching reversals in fortune
over the first six months of the year,” Berglund notes. “For example, China to North Europe and Indian West Coast &
Pakistan to North Europe are two trades that have racked up total declines of more than 70% since the end of last year.
Taiwan to the Mediterranean and Taiwan to North Europe have also plummeted from the heights of 2022, with falls of
65.5% for 2023 to date. “There really are very few bright spots with the only exception this month being the trade lane
from South America East Coast to China, which is up by 11% month-on-month. Hardly enough to lift the hopes of
anyone within the carrier community. ”
Sub-index slump
Xeneta’s in-depth analysis shows a decline in all import and export benchmark figures for all regions. In Europe, the
import sub-index hit a 24-month low point, falling 9.4% since May, while the export figure dropped for the third
consecutive month, declining 5.1%. The XSI® for Far East exports lost 13.9% of its value in June and has now slumped
by 69.5% since its peak last year. The back-haul regional import trade has experienced a more muted decline, with a fall
of 6.7% in June and 35.4% for the year to date. The story continues on the US sub-indexes, with an 11% drop on the
import benchmark pushing it to an 18-month low. The export back-haul figure recorded a 4.3% fall.
The big picture
“One is left wondering where this will all end,” Berglund concludes. “If we look at volumes, there are some figures that
suggest things might not be as bad as they first appear – with US container exports actually increasing for the for the
first four months of the year, by 1.8% year-on-year, while inbound container demand for Europe ‘only’ declined by 1.1%
for the same period. But again, those figures have to be seen against a wider backdrop of declining global demand,
easing port congestion and increased capacity – all factors that exert downward pressure on rates.“It’s perhaps more
telling to consider the recent development of the key Far East XSI® export index. Here we see single-digit month-on-
month declines from February to April, accelerating to double-digit drops for the last two months. This is a clear
indication of weakening demand from essential Western markets and a worrying omen for the major players in this fast-
paced, always evolving shipping segment.”
Alewijnse levert geavanceerde elektrotechniek en

automatisering op nieuwe reddingboten van KNRM
Een revolutie in reddingsoperaties
Alewijnse, toonaangevend systeem integrator van elektrotechnische en automatiseringsoplossingen en diensten, heeft
een nieuwe order aangekondigd voor drie Van Wijk klasse reddingboten die worden toegevoegd aan de vloot van de
Koninklijke Nederlandse Redding Maatschappij (KNRM). De schepen zullen worden gebouwd bij de gerenommeerde
scheepswerf Dok en Scheepsbouw Woudsend. De order maakt deel uit van een serie van acht Van Wijk klasse
reddingboten die worden gebouwd voor de KNRM, waarbij Alewijnse de elektrotechnische oplossingen, het alarm- en
monitoring systeem (AMS) en de navigatie- en communicatieapparatuur voor elk vaartuig levert. De Van Wijk klasse
reddingboten zijn ontworpen voor snelle en efficiënte reddingsoperaties onder alle weersomstandigheden en staan
bekend om hun superieure prestaties, betrouwbaarheid en veiligheid.
De bouw is onderdeel van de totale vlootvernieuwing van de KNRM, waarbij 77 reddingboten worden vervangen in de
periode tussen 2021 en 2039. Modern, betrouwbaar en veilig materiaal is voor de KNRM van groot belang om ervoor te

zorgen dat de redders hun werk veilig en op tijd kunnen uitvoeren, onder alle weersomstandigheden. De schepen worden
ingezet op verschillende reddingstations van de KNRM langs de Nederlandse kust.
"We zijn verheugd dat we deze order hebben binnengehaald", zegt Martin Terpstra, segment manager Dredging,
Offshore & Transport bij Alewijnse. "De Van Wijk klasse reddingboten zijn een belangrijke aanvulling op de KNRM-vloot
en we zijn er trots op dat we geavanceerde elektrotechnische en automatiseringsoplossingen voor deze schepen mogen
leveren. Hiermee hopen we een stap te kunnen zetten naar meer succesvolle projecten voor andere nationale en
internationale reddingmaatschappijen.”Alewijnse heeft een lange track record in het leveren van hoogwaardige
elektrotechnische en automatiseringsoplossingen en diensten aan de maritieme industrie. De expertise van het bedrijf op
dit gebied, in combinatie met de sterke relaties met toonaangevende scheepswerven, maken het een ideale partner voor
elk scheepsbouwproject. Ook met Dok en Scheepsbouw Woudsend werkt Alewijnse al jaren met succes samen. Martin
Terpstra: “De uitgebreide ervaring van Alewijnse in snel varende complexe offshore werkschepen is van onschatbare
waarde, evenals de levering van betrouwbare alarmbewakingssystemen aan boord van deze schepen. Daarnaast laten
we met onze 24/7 service zien dat we op ieder moment service van topkwaliteit kunnen bieden op alle vaartuigen en op
elke locatie.”
De samenwerking tussen de twee bedrijven bouwt voort op eerdere succesvolle gezamenlijke projecten met Windcat
offshore crew transfer vessels (CTVs), die worden ingezet voor het dagelijkse transport van technisch personeel,
materiaal en speciaal transport van en naar windmolenparken in de wateren van Noord-West Europa.
"We zijn ervan overtuigd dat onze samenwerking met Alewijnse zal resulteren in de levering van drie uitstekende Van
Wijk klasse reddingboten", aldus Gert-Jan Wijker, senior projectmanager nieuwbouw bij de KNRM. "Deze schepen zullen
een cruciale rol spelen in onze missie om levens op zee te redden en we zijn blij om met Alewijnse samen te werken aan
dit belangrijke project."De nieuwe order zal naar verwachting banen creëren in de scheepsbouwindustrie en is een
positieve ontwikkeling voor de Nederlandse maritieme sector.
World's largest single capacity offshore wind turbine

successfully installed
China makes big breakthrough in offshore wind energy
By Lin Xiaoyi and Yang Ruoyu in Fuzhou
The world's largest 16-megawatt offshore wind turbine was
successfully installed off the coast of East China's Fujian Province on
Wednesday and is about to be put into commercial operation soon,
marking an important breakthrough in China's offshore wind power
production in high-end equipment manufacturing capacity and far-
reaching offshore wind power construction capacity.
Located approximately 35 kilometers from the shoreline of Pingtan
county, the 16-megawatt offshore wind turbine is currently the
largest single capacity wind turbine that has been installed in the
world. The center height of the wind turbine hub is 152 meters, the
weight of the engine room and the generator combination is 385
tons, the blade is 123 meters long, and the impeller sweeping area
is about 50,000 square meters, the equivalent of about seven
standard soccer fields. The Global Times learned that the main
components of this 16-megawatt offshore wind turbine are
completely independent development by China. The research and
development teams of the China Three Gorges Corporation (CTG)
and Xinjiang Goldwind Sci and Tech Co. have overcome a series of
key technical challenges, including ultra-long flexible blades, large-
scale main shaft bearings, and miniaturization of ultra-large
capacity generators.
"For example, the production and installation of the main shaft
bearing is a technical challenge in the development of large-
capacity wind turbines. In the past, domestic offshore wind turbines
mainly relied on imports for bearings. However, Chinese researchers
have been continuously working on technological breakthroughs
and have ultimately achieved a major milestone in the localization
of this crucial component," Liu Jianping, deputy general manager of

GTG Fujian, told the Global Times.

Under standard working conditions, each revolution of the turbine can generate around 34 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of
electricity, or 66 million kWh of clean electricity on average annually, which can meet the normal electricity consumption
of 36,000 families for one year, saving about 22,000 tons of standard coal and cutting about 54,000 tons of carbon
dioxide emission.
The application of high-power offshore wind turbines will greatly reduce the area of sea under use, Liu pointed out,
noting that the new wind turbines have reduced the weight of the generator to about 20 tons while ensuring the power
generation capacity. They have also achieved a technological breakthrough in large-capacity motor miniaturization.
The southeastern coastal areas of China have abundant wind resources, but complex sea conditions make it the most
unstable coastal climate in the country. This 16-megawatt turbine, reassuringly, is equipped with hundreds of sensors on
the entire machine and a lidar on the nacelle, which can digitally track the operational status of the unit and intelligently
adjust its operating mode in response to severe weather conditions such as typhoon, ensuring the safe operation and
efficient power generation by the wind turbine, said Liu.
The world's first 2,000-ton fourth-generation offshore wind power installation platform, Baihetan, was also dispatched to
help the fan hoisting and installation smoothly. In the next step, the wind turbine will be comprehensively tested in the
design performance of the unit in its commercial operation process, and provide technical support for large-scale
applications of large offshore wind power units with similar or even larger installed capacities in the near future.CTG's 16-
megawatt offshore wind turbine was designed to move from technological innovation to large-scale commercial
application, Liu said, revealing that CTG Fujian plans to install another seven 16-megawatt offshore wind turbines in the
Zhangpu county along the coast of Fujian Province by 2024, and gradually promote mass production.At present, China's
offshore wind power development industry has established and formed a complete industry chain, including survey and
design, machine manufacturing, foundation construction, fan hoisting and other key construction links, Lin Yifeng, chief
engineer of CTG's Shanghai survey and design institute, told the Global Times.
As of March 2023, the cumulative grid-connected installed capacity of offshore wind power in China stands at
approximately 30.89 million kilowatts. The installed capacity has ranked the first in the world for two consecutive years,
surpassing the combined grid-connected installed capacity of offshore wind power of the countries in the second to fifth
places. Source : Global Times
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Bureau Veritas certifies tugboat's GHG emissions

offsets
by Martyn Wingrove
Bureau Veritas measured and certified that greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from SAAM Towage’s
operations in Honduras were fully offset by its green investments in 2022
“We are committed to sustainability,” said SAAM Towage local country manager Joao Paulo Marins. “Implementing active
emissions reduction measures in our operations is part of our value proposition to our customers, employees and the
communities where we are located.”
The company decided to offset its emissions in projects in the nation to improve the environment, national society and
energy security.
“In Honduras, we wanted to go a step further and take our emissions to zero, mitigating our footprint with carbon
credits backed by the best institutions, from reforestation and clean energy projects,” explained Mr Marins. “We are doing
our part for the next generations. These efforts show our interest to continue working in an integral way: with safety,
efficiency, responsibility and respect for the environment.” SAAM Towage operates four tugs in the main Honduran ports,
on both the Caribbean side (in Puerto Cortes, Tela and Omoa) and in San Lorenzo on the Pacific side. Puerto Cortes is

the largest port in Honduras and an important hub on the Caribbean coast in Central America, with a container terminal
and another for inorganic bulk cargo. This port was expanded in 2019 with another terminal quayside and one berthing
dolphin enabling ships up to 245 m and capacity of 75,500 dwt to dock safely with fendering from Shibata FenderTeam.
Source : Riviera Maritime Media
Brand new EXPRESS 97 being loaded at Jurong Port on board HLV "STEVIE" Photo : ABL Singapore (c)

Torvald Klaveness and Marubeni embark on new

phase of partnership
After three successful years as joint partners of Baumarine by MaruKlav, the world's largest Panamax Pool, both parties
are excited to reveal the signing of a new agreement to expand the partnership. The new deal sees Marubeni invest in a
25% stake of Klaveness Dry Bulk, underscoring our mutual commitment to innovation through collaboration.
The deal includes the operating arm Klaveness Chartering, the Baumarine Pool and Market Manager, a recently
commercialized digital offering that empowers freight decision-makers to make better-informed decisions and drive new
value for their companies. Michael Jørgensen, EVP and Head of Klaveness Dry Bulk, comments: "Since day one, we have
enjoyed a close and mutually beneficial collaboration with Marubeni. I am proud that we can now take the next step and
continue our journey together, helping our clients fulfill their purpose and overcome challenges, while driving our
innovative and transformative organizations forward."
Mr. Toru Okazaki, Chief Operating Officer, Aerospace & Ship Division of Marubeni Corporation, adds: "The Torvald
Klaveness group and Klaveness Dry Bulk have delivered significant results, not only for the Marubeni fleet but also for
Panamax owners in Baumarine by MaruKlav as a whole. They have consistently demonstrated an innovative approach to
securing the best earnings management through, for example, the fixed rate conversion at peak scheme. We see them
driving a high level of client focus throughout the activities, something that will only become increasingly important in
this dynamic dry bulk shipping industry. We are excited about the road ahead and eager to actively contribute to
delivering on our ambitious strategy, transforming not only our joint setup but also the industry."
Ernst Meyer, Klaveness CEO, emphasizes the significance of this milestone for the Torvald Klaveness group, adding:
"Klaveness Dry Bulk is a digitalized shipping company with a focus on win-win solutions for cargo and ship owners,
leading to more efficient trades and lower carbon emissions. With Marubeni as a partner, we will boost our positive
impact on maritime supply chains and create more value for both companies.” The agreement was signed today and is
subject to regulatory clearance. The closing of the transaction is expected to take place in the third quarter of 2023.
What to expect from the IMO GHG meetings?

This week IAPH is attending the 15th meeting of IMO’s Intersessional Working Group on the Reduction of GHG Emissions
from Ships (ISWG-GHG 15) where IMO member states are working to finalise the revision of the draft IMO GHG Strategy
ahead of its adoption at the agreed deadline of the 80th meeting of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC
80) next week.
Thus far, discussions have been lengthy and complex as delegations continue their efforts to reach a consensus on the
levels of ambition. The strategy will also include reference to the basket of candidate mid- and long-term measures which
will help the IMO achieve its overarching decarbonisation goal.The working group is discussing the various proposals on
the table this week, with the aim to agree on and finalise the basket of measures, including a combined economic and
technical element, to be further developed in the next phase of the work plan. IAPH is looking to next week at MEPC 80
where final decisions will be taken on the 2023 IMO GHG Strategy in what will be a landmark moment for the IMO and
the global maritime sector. A full report on both meetings will be disseminated among members of the IAPH Climate and
Energy Committee members once decisions are finalised. Source: IAPH
Pirates attack, robbed crew off Gulf of Guinea

UNIDENTIFIED pirates have boarded a vessel ‘M TNYON’ attacked and robbed crew members during the most recent
incident of piracy in West Africa.
The incident, which reportedly left several crew members with minor injuries, came a day after the United Nations
Security Council met to review security in the Gulf of Guinea and discuss the steps required to continue the overall
decline in piracy reports from the region.
The coordinated British and France monitoring operation Maritime Domain Awareness for Trade Gulf of Guinea (MDAT
GoG) issued an advisory this morning June 22 after receiving information on the latest incident. They are reporting the
vessel, which has been identified as the Marshall Islands-flagged Nyon by security services, was anchored 16 nautical
miles south of Conakry, Guinea. The Nyon is a two-year old bulker managed by Suisse-Atlantique and according to its AIS
signal, it arrived in the anchorage on June 14 after a voyage from Algeria.
Security consultants EOS Risk Group identified the vessel and provided additional details on the incident. They are
reporting four armed perpetrators boarded the vessel early on June 22. They assaulted some of the crewmembers who
suffered minor injuries. The pirates forcibly broke into the ship’s safe and stole the contents including money. The vessel
headed to port after the boarders left the ship. While security overall has been improving for ships operating in West
Africa, the United Nations’ session reaffirmed that the incidents have moved both further afield and further offshore. In

addition to this incident near Guinea on the western Atlantic coast of Africa, two recent incidents took place further to the
south near the Republic of Congo and Gabon.
“Maritime security in the Gulf of Guinea is essential to maintaining a safe and prosperous Atlantic, both for Atlantic
nations and those who depend on its waters for their livelihood,” Ambassador Jeffrey DeLaurentis, Acting Deputy
Representative to the United Nations for the United States said on June 21. He reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to
assisting while also calling for more international action to follow up on the Security Council’s May 2022 resolution on
piracy and armed robbery in the Gulf of Guinea.
Deputy Political Coordinator of France to the United Nations, Alexandre Olmedo, called for the continuation and
reinforcement of the efforts that have contributed to the significant reduction in the number of acts of piracy. During his
comments to the Security Council, he told the participants, “Threats are constantly evolving, as recent incidents have
reminded us… The international community must support capacity-building in countries of the region, and the efforts of
the African Union,” and the other organizations working to create greater stability in the region. Reporting to the Security
Council, Martha Pobee, UN Assistant Secretary-General for Africa in the Departments of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs
and Peace Operations, highlighted progress noting efforts such as the joint naval task groups and the support of regional
navies and entities. A report prepared for the United Nations noted that the deterrence effect was further amplified by
the deployment of non-Gulf of Guinea navies. “To effectively eliminate the threat posed by piracy and armed robbery at
sea, national stakeholders, regional and sub-regional organizations, and international partners, must also actively seek to
address the underlying social, economic, and environmental challenges that underpin the recruitment of individuals into
maritime criminal networks,” she said.She noted that the issue of piracy in the Gulf of Guinea was raised by several West
African officials at the 66th General Assembly. She however pointed to gaps while calling for increased support from
member nations. She said there is a lack of appropriate equipment and sustainable financing. She also noted that the
nations needed to continue to update their legal framework to support the UN’s efforts with a Code of Conduct for the
region. Source: Vanguard
Major Arctic projects to require 97 more cargo fleet

units by 2030 — Rosatom
In 2023, cargo transportation under key projects in the Arctic are carried out by 30 vessels with 33 units under
construction
Due to the eastward pivot of logistics, the key Arctic projects and coastwise shipping along the Northern Sea Route will
additionally require 97 cargo fleet units by 2030, IAA PortNews correspondent cites Vyacheslav Ruksha, Deputy General
Director of Rosatom - Director of the Northern Sea Route Directorate, as saying at the 1st Hydrographic Conference held
in Saint-Petersburg. According to the speaker’s presentation, in 2023, cargo transportation under key projects in the
Arctic are carried out by 30 vessels including 17 gas carriers and tankers servicing the projects of Novatek, 7 tankers —
Gazprom Neft’s New Port project, 6 tankers and container ships – Nornickel.Under construction are 33 ships. In 2024, 57
new ships will be needed to service the major projects in the Arctic. The fleet of ships servicing the projects of Novatek is
to be increased by 16 units to 33 units, the AEON’s Severnaya Zvezda (North Star) project will require 9 bulkers, the
Vostok Oil project - 2 tankers.The calculations of Rosatom show that by 2030 the projects of Novatek will require 39 gas
carriers and tankers, Gazprom Neft — 7 tankers, Nornickel — 6 tankers and container ships, АЕОN — 25 bulkers, GDK
Baimskaya — 3 bulkers , Rosneft — 11 tankers, Rosatom — 9 container ships and 10 multipurpose ships for the Northern
Delivery programme. Besides, the need for 50 more is expected. So, a total of 160 ships will be required for the key

projects in the water area of the Northern Sea Route by 2030 taking into account the increasing cargo flow. When
speaking at the Conference, Vyacheslav Ruksha emphasized that those would be mainly large ships, hence the need for a
broader vision of hydrographic conditions in order to ensure safe shipping on the Northern Sea Route. The Northern Sea
Route is a single transport system in the Russian Arctic sector. It stretches along the northern coasts of Russia across the
seas of the Arctic Ocean (Kara, Laptev, East Siberian, Chukchi seas). The route links the European ports of Russia with
the mouths of navigable rivers in Siberia and the Far East. In August 2022, a plan for the development of the Northern
Sea Route (NSR) until 2035 was approved. The plan includes over 150 activities with total financing nearing RUB 1.8
trillion. According to the plan, the annual cargo traffic on the Northern Sea Route is to reach 80 million by 2024, 150
million tonnes by 2030, 220 million tonnes – by 2035. source : PortNews
BBC EDGE loaded with empty cable reels spotted West of Texel
Photo : Flying Focus Aerial Photography www.flyingfocus.nl ©

NAVY NEWS
The Polish ORP GENERAL TADEUSZ KOSCIUSZKO arriving in Gdynia formerly USS WADSWORTH (FFG-9), is one
of two Oliver Hazard Perry-class guided-missile frigates in the Polish Navy. She is named for Tadeusz Kościuszko, an
American Revolutionary War hero and hero of Poland's struggle for independence. Generał Tadeusz Kościuszko is
homeported in Gdynia Oksywie, and has participated in numerous NATO exercises in the Baltic Sea.
Photo : Capt Robin van der Windt Master TSHD PEDRO ALVARES CABRAL ©
USS Wasp Arrives in The Bahamas to Celebrate

Nation's 50th Year of Independence
On June 28, amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1) arrived in Nassau, The Bahamas for a port visit aimed to
commemorate the 50th anniversary of U.S. - The Bahamas relations and the 50th anniversary of Bahamian
independence. During the visit, U.S. Northern Command and U.S. Embassy Nassau will host officials from the
government of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas and senior members of the Royal Bahamas Defense Force with an
official reception onboard Wasp to celebrate the unique bilateral ties between the two nations as well as a half-century of
sovereignty.
“We recognize that our strong partnership is tremendously important for the national security of both nations,” said Lt.
Gen. A. C. Roper, deputy commander, U.S. Northern Command. “We continue to collaborate closely to protect our shared
interests and ensure the well-being of all our citizens.”
In the spirit of developing a connection with the local community, Wasp Sailors are scheduled to visit the Simpson Penn
Centre for Boys and the Willie Mae Pratt Centre for Girls to provide mentorship, hands-on demonstrations of several Navy
skillsets, and participate in extracurricular activities such as soccer, basketball and/or an obstacle course race.
"We are thrilled to have had the opportunity to visit and experience this gorgeous nation and wonderful Bahamian people
during such a historic occasion," said Capt. Nakia Cooper, Wasp’s commanding officer.
Homeported in Norfolk, Virginia, Wasp is a United States Navy multipurpose amphibious assault ship with a primary
mission to support U.S. Marines in combat and to also provide disaster relief and medical support to those in need. The
lead ship of her class, she is the tenth USN vessel to bear the name since 1775, but certainly not the first of her
namesake to visit The Bahamas. USS Wasp’s first trip to the white beaches and clear waters of The Bahamas was made
almost two-and-a-half centuries ago by a wooden hull merchant schooner originally named Scorpion. Purchased, outfitted
and commissioned in 1775, the first ever Wasp set sail in the company of USS Hornet, a merchant sloop. From Baltimore,
they sailed for the Delaware Capes to join Commodore Esek Hopkins’ squadron: the first American squadron to get to
sea.
The fleet made its way to The Bahamas, arriving at the Abaco Islands March 1, 1776. Wasp was one of two ships to
cover the Marine units that stormed ashore and assisted in the taking of Fort Montague and Fort Nassau from Britain.
Here, they took as much ammunition and weaponry as they could before Wasp returned to the states two weeks later.
Having recently taken part in Fleet Week New York 2023, Wasp now returns to The Bahamas. This time around, the
primary mission is to celebrate.
In 1973, the Commonwealth of The Bahamas earned its independence from Britain after 255 years of control under the
Crown. On July 10, The Bahamas will officially celebrate its 50th anniversary of governmental independence. “The U.S.
Embassy and U.S. Northern Command are hosting a reception onboard,” said Capt. Chris Purcell, Wasp executive officer.
“Not only are we celebrating their independence, but we’re also celebrating the United States’ relationship with the
Bahamian government. Wasp
has a special connection with The Bahamas; our presence goes back as far as the history of the United States.” This visit
is also a long-awaited reunion as the Embassy’s own Senior Defense Official Capt. Gregg Gellman served aboard Wasp
over 20 years ago.
“It’s great to see the Wasp still out there building relationships with our foreign partners,” Gellman said. “Part of the joy
of being ship’s crew is waking up in a new partner’s country and sharing our experiences with each other. I find that
navies all over the world speak the same language, we just do it in a different accent!” This trip is an opportunity for
Wasp to grow the friendship between the United States and The Bahamas. Sailors aboard Wasp are more than excited
for the opportunity to see one of the islands and experience Bahamian culture. This port visit is the first time many
Sailors will get to visit another part of the world. It is also a milestone for Wasp, marking the first time the ship is docking
at a foreign port since departing from Japan in 2020. “I’ve never been outside the country,” said Aviation Machinist Mate
Airman Apprentice Alex Wells, who remarked how excited he was to be part of an organization that by trade brings its
employees to all corners of the world. “I want to try their food and see what life is like there. I have no idea what I’m
going to get to experience, but I can’t wait to find out.”
SHIPYARD NEWS
Fincantieri holds keel laying of the second LSS unit

for the Italian Navy
In the Castellammare di Stabia shipyard, took place the keel laying ceremony of the second Logistic Support Ship (LSS)
“ATLANTE” for the Italian Navy, within a program including a third ship, according to the company's release.
The unit, built in Castellammare di Stabia, will be delivered in 2025. The value of the contract is approx. 410 million euros
including the combat system.As part of the multi-year program aimed at safeguarding Italy’s Defence at-sea capacity
(known as the “Naval Act”), Fincantieri is currently building seven multi-purpose offshore patrol vessels (PPA) and the
“Trieste” Landing Helicopter Dock. In 2021 the Group delivered the “VULCANO” LSS, a vessel partially built at the
Castellammare di Stabia shipyard, a project also acquired by the French Navy for the definition of the Flotlog program, a

series of units built in partnership with the same shipyard.The basic characteristic common to all three classes of the
Italian ships is their very high level of innovation, which makes them extremely flexible in their various profiles of use
with a high degree of efficiency. Most importantly, it will be possible to use these units in a complementary way even for
non-military-related activities, such as, for example, supporting civil protection in humanitarian assistance and disaster
relief. Moreover, their environmental impact is low, thanks to advanced low pollution emission generators and electric-
drive propulsion motors and biological waste control systems. Source : PortNews
Contract signed for new Anti-Submarine Warfare

Frigates
The Dutch Ministry of Defence, Damen and Thales have signed the contract for the design, construction, and delivery of
four Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) Frigates; two for the Netherlands and two for Belgium. The agreement was signed
on HNLMS Karel Doorman by Defence State Secretary Christophe van der Maat, Damen Shipyards Group CEO Arnout
Damen, Damen Naval Managing Director Roland Briene, and Thales Netherlands CEO Gerben Edelijn during the first
day of the Sail Den Helder maritime festival.
The ASW frigates are the replacements for the current Karel Doorman Class multipurpose frigates. They can be deployed
for multiple tasks; however, the emphasis will be on anti-submarine warfare. The ships will have hybrid diesel-electric
propulsion and will be designed to sail as quietly as possible, to avoid detection by submarines as much as possible. On
board will be a comprehensive suite of sensors to detect submarines.
Dutch State Secretary Christophe van der Maat: “The acquisition of the ASW frigates is taking place in the way I prefer:
through intensive cooperation, between countries, armed forces, and industry. In time, the result will be an innovative
and powerful weapon system. This will benefit us as direct users, but also Europe and NATO.”
“This is a wonderful project and a special new chapter for our Damen Naval division,” said Damen Shipyards Group CEO
Arnout Damen. “We are proud to be building these beautiful frigates and look forward to working with the many, mostly
Dutch, partners and suppliers on this project. With these launching customer projects, we retain vital knowledge in our

own country and thus maintain our place in the world's top tier of complex naval construction. More importantly, the
crews of the Dutch and Belgian navies get state-of-the-art frigates to carry out their crucial tasks.”
“We are delighted that Thales has again been selected to supply sensor and fire control systems for a new class of ships
for the Royal Netherlands Navy,” said Gerben Edelijn, CEO of Thales Netherlands. “The crew of the ASW frigates will be
able to rely on our ultramodern Above Water Warfare System that provides effective defence against current and future
threats. Together with the German F126 ships, the Belgian and Dutch ASW frigates will use identical, advanced
technology for their defence and protection of high-value objects.”
The frigates will measure 145 metres in length, with an 18-metre beam. They will have a draught of 5.5 metres at a
displacement of 6,400 tonnes. On board, there will be room for a 117-strong crew and capacity for additional personnel
to sail with them. Among other things, the ASW frigates will be equipped with an Under Water Warfare Suite (UWWS),
an Above Water Warfare System (AWWS) and underwater decoys. The ships will be armed with a 76mm gun, MK54
torpedoes, Rolling Airframe Missiles (RAM) and the Naval Strike Missile. The frigate can also accommodate other
weapons, such as more powerful missiles and High Energy Lasers. There are also unmanned craft and aircraft on board
for use on and under water as well as in the air.
The entire project is a joint operation with the Dutch Ministry of Defence, with some of the work to be carried out by the
Ministry itself. Arnout Damen continues: “We have almost 150 years of knowledge, skill, and technology to coordinate
and execute the design and construction of complex naval vessels. This is done not only in the Netherlands, but also at
our yard in Romania, where the hulls will partly be constructed.” These hulls then come to Vlissingen for further
completion, the installation and integration of weapon systems and, ultimately, commissioning of the frigates for
deployment to the Belgian and Dutch navies.
The current Multipurpose frigates of the Karel Doorman Class were built from 1985 by Damen Naval (then called
Koninklijke Maatschappij de Schelde). Between 1991 and 1995, eight M-class frigates were delivered, six of which were
eventually sold to other countries, including two to Belgium. With the end of the service life of these ships in sight, the
Netherlands and Belgium decided to jointly replace the ships with these ASW frigates. The first ship is expected to be
delivered in 2029.
Damen strengthens position in Swedish market

Damen Shipyards Group is expanding
its presence in the Swedish market
through a strategic partnership with
Swedish company Lazarus
Industriförvaltning. In addition to the
yard in Oskarshamn, customers can
now also use the services of
Stockholms Reparationsvarv, a full-
service ship repair yard located in
Stockholm.
“Sweden has always been an
important market for us,” says Martin
Verstraaten of Damen Shipyards
Group. “For the Swedish Coast
Guard, for example, we are currently
building seven patrol vessels which
will eventually be shipped to our
shipyard in Oskarshamn to install and
test owner’s deliveries. We have an
order in production for four
icebreaking tugs for Försvarets Materielverk (FMV) to be delivered in the end to the Swedish Navy and, in addition, we
are still closely working together with Saab Kockums on the replacement of the Dutch submarines.”
Consortium
“We have been working to increase our footprint in Sweden for some time now, initially through acquisitions”,
Verstraaten continues. “That did not yield any results and so we have now opted for a partnership with Stockholms
Reparationsvarv and our largest steel supplier Eurosteel in Nybro.” That involved transferring the ownership of our
Oskarshamn shipyard to Lazarus Industriförvaltning, which also owns the two other companies.
“We at Lazarus Industriförvaltning, together with our portfolio companies Eurosteel and Stockholms Reparationsvarv, are
enthusiastic about this new partnership”, says Claes Jonson, partner at Lazarus Industriförvaltning AB. “Eurosteel already

works closely together with Oskarshamnsvarvet, to deliver state-of-the-art solutions to our customers. Through these
new arrangements and the combined footprint of Oskarshamnsvarvet and Stockholms Reparationsvarv, we will going
forward have two well established ship repair yards on the Swedish east coast, providing further strengthened offering to
existing and new customers.”
Verstraaten: “Damen Shipyards Group can now serve our customers in Sweden with service hubs in both Oskarshamn
and Stockholm. Those service hubs are supported by Damen Services from the Netherlands and our New-Build Sales
organization. In addition, we will also be supplying the Swedish market with our unique Damen Modular Barges (DMBs)
from both locations. These are standard pontoons that you can assemble like Lego bricks to provide comprehensive
floating solutions.”
Synergy
This synergy will produce decisive solutions with which Damen, through these local partnerships, can fully serve its
Swedish and international maritime customers in the areas of new construction, conversion, maintenance, repair and
service.
ROUTE, PORTS & SERVICES
New milestone for MSC as it readies to surpass

Maersk for owned box tonnage
By : Sam Chambers
Mediterranean Shipping Co (MSC) is about to achieve another milestone in its rise to the summit of the global container
carrier league. The Soren Toft-led liner is just three ship deliveries away from overhauling rival Maersk as the carrier with
the largest owned box fleet in the world. It was in January 2022 that MSC overhauled Maersk’s quarter-century-long
position at the top of the Alphaliner-tracked global liner rankings amid an unprecedented splurge in the secondhand
market as well as ordering record volumes of newbuilds. The next three megamax newbuilds to come out of yards in
China will see MSC close and ease past the current 66,000 slot gap it has with Maersk in terms of owned tonnage, as well
as stretch its overall lead with the Danish carrier to more than 1m teu. MSC also continues to populate S&P broking
reports, being linked to four more secondhand ships in the last fortnight.
Last month MSC became the first liner firm in the world to operate a fleet in excess of 5m teu. Putting the landmark
figure in perspective, the entire global container shipping capacity stood at 5m at the turn of the millennium.MSC has
now doubled its fleet size in just eight and a half years, and a glance at its record-breaking orderbook suggests its fleet
could surpass 6m slots by the middle of next year.Commenting on the fleet build-up, Peter Sand, chief analyst at freight
rate platform Xeneta, said MSC’s decision to go it alone once its vessel-sharing agreement with Maersk comes to an end
in January 2025 has been central to its vessel acquisition strategy. “With such scale, you choose your trade lanes with
great care, and then you start to dominate the market,” Sand told Splash last month.Looking at next week’s crunch green
talks at the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) gathering at the International Maritime Organization (IMO)
as well as the pressure of the Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII), Andy Lane, a liner consultant, questioned MSC’s fleet
build-up strategy. “CII requirements and potential carbon tax initiatives might change dramatically how an optimal fleet
composition will need to look in the future. These factors will dictate how effectively ships can be deployed in the future,
and will in all probability result in huge operating, – and/or retrofit – costs. Having more might then not be experienced
as a virtue,” said Lane, who heads up CTI Consultancy in Singapore. Estimates from Danish consultancy Sea Intelligence
suggest Geneva-based MSC’s liner division made a 2022 EBIT of $36bn last year.Gianluigi Aponte, MSC’s founder, and his

family are reportedly three times as wealthy as the second-placed family in the latest rich list compiled by local media in
Switzerland. In addition to its cargo division, MSC is the world’s third largest cruiseline. Source : Splash 247
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EU takes action against tankers switching off their
AIS
By Sam Chambers
The European Union (EU) has provided further details of its latest package of sanctions against Russia.
Splash reported last week that ships caught carrying out ship-to-ship (STS) transfers of price cap-breaking Russian oil in
European waters will be banned from EU ports. The bloc has also said it will prohibit access to EU ports for vessels if a
vessel does not notify the competent authority at least 48 hours in advance about a ship-to-ship transfer occurring within
the exclusive economic zone of a member state or within 12 nautical miles from the baseline of that member state’s
coast.Moreover, the decision has been taken to ban access to EU ports for vessels that manipulate or turn off their
automatic identification system (AIS) when transporting Russian oil subject to the oil import ban or G7 price cap. These
provisions go into effect on July 24. “We want to counter the increase of deceptive practices by vessels transporting
Russian crude oil and petroleum products which aim to hide the origin of the oil and circumvent our import ban and price
cap on the transport and services to third countries. These practices, which include ship-to-ship transfers of oil and
petroleum products, also create environmental risks near our coasts,” the EU stated in a release. Within EU waters in the
17 months since the war in Ukraine started, Russian oil has been transferred from smaller tankers onto larger ships most
off Greece and Spain. Within Europe, STS operations involving Russian oil continue to be seen most off Kalamata in
Greece and near to the Canary Islands. At Kalamata, the amount of oil being moved has grown this month, averaging
210,000 barrels per day up from 150,000 in May, the majority heading to India, according to data from Refinitiv. In terms
of overall trends, STS oil from Greece and the Alboran Sea in the western Mediterranean tends to head to India, while
the majority of cargoes that are transferred in the Atlantic near the Canary Islands go to China. Source : Splash 247
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BOEKBESPREKING
Rauw
In de nacht van 11 op 12 mei 2020 hoort Marjolein Hartman dat haar zoon Max een van de vijf omgekomen surfers in
Scheveningen is. Ze zijn gestikt in een metersdikke schuimlaag die zich door een plots draaiende wind voor de kust had
verzameld. Het drama is wereldnieuws.
Volledig onderuitgehaald probeert ze zich staande te houden in een wereld die compleet op zijn kop staat. Op zoek naar
houvast besluit ze al na enkele weken om te gaan schrijven. Brieven aan haar 7-jarige dochter over haar grote broer,
maar ook over hoe zij zich voelt en wat ze haar nu nog niet kan vertellen.
Rauw is een boek over een pijn die iedere ouder kan overkomen, maar waar de meeste mensen geen raad mee weten
als het iemand in hun omgeving treft.
Goedbedoeld is nooit goed voor mij, maar eigenlijk altijd slecht. Goedbedoeld is voor de ander.
Recht voor zijn raap, liefdevol, eerlijk en tegelijk zo genadeloos maakt Hartman de lezer van dichtbij deelgenoot van haar
eerste jaar waarin zij het ondragelijke probeert te dragen. Ik ga vroeg naar bed en kruip weer tegen Ivy aan. Het wordt
beter, meisje. Ik weet nog niet hoe en wanneer, maar jouw leven hoeft niet naar de kloten.
Rauw is moederliefde in de zuiverste vorm.
Sinds de uitzending op 7 juni is Marjolein overladen met lieve berichten via LinkedIn, messenger, instagram, email etc.
Ik denk dat ik nu iedereen beantwoord heb. Zo niet, mijn excuses, ik heb wel alles gelezen. Nogmaals: ontzettend
bedankt! Ik voel mij gedragen.
De verkoop van haar boek Rauw is ook erg hard gegaan. De tweede druk is uitverkocht, de derde druk was besteld en
werd op 26 juni uitgeleverd.
Ook daarvoor bedankt! Ook namens de KNRM waar uiteraard ook weer de
opbrengst aan gedoneerd zal worden.
Dus heb je het boek nog niet? Hier kan je bestellen:
www.boek-rauw.nl
Marjolein Hartman (1974) is een geboren Amsterdamse. Haar ouders hadden een sigarenwinkel in Amsterdam-Oost,
waar haar vader in 1993 tijdens een overval werd doodgeschoten. Samen met haar moeder zette Marjolein de zaak
voort. Na een paar jaar begon zij voor zichzelf. Op 23-jarige leeftijd werd ze moeder van Max en toen ze 39 was, werd
uit een tweede relatie dochter Ivy geboren.

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The VIKING VENUS moored in Kirkwall – Orkney Photo : Ed de Graaf (c)

Saipem Secures $550 Million Worth of Offshore

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De Havendagen Zeewolde zijn in aantocht!

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Programma vol unieke activiteiten en muziek

Bakamla launches fourth high-speed patrol vessel

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President Marcos Jr. and shipping industry put

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What is ambulance chasing?

How do you know if you're being chased?

either hang up or ask them to leave.

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California approves a $42 million grant to the Port of

INEOS Energy charters two LNG carriers to import

The RNLI celebrates the 60 years lifesaving

Atlantic 85 departing on response Blackpool Photo : LB Photography (c)

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WinGD and AET sign ammonia engines and training

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MINISTER HIGHLIGHTS GIBRALTAR’S EVOLVING

Tugs: More hybrid electric and improved crew

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SEA-LNG COALITION CALLS ON IMO TO REGULATE

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ISPO 2023 - Amsterdam 11/12 October 2023

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The WIND OSPREY arriving in Eemshaven Photo : Gordon Priestley (c)

Maritieme en transport praktijk Ten Holter Noordam

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Powerful Brazil-built escort tugs cut emissions

WS ROSALVO is the third tug completed in

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tugboats, helping to improve air quality in ports where it operates.

Xeneta container rates alert: long-term ocean freight

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Alewijnse levert geavanceerde elektrotechniek en

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World's largest single capacity offshore wind turbine

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GTG Fujian, told the Global Times.

Bureau Veritas certifies tugboat's GHG emissions

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Torvald Klaveness and Marubeni embark on new

What to expect from the IMO GHG meetings?

Pirates attack, robbed crew off Gulf of Guinea

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Major Arctic projects to require 97 more cargo fleet

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USS Wasp Arrives in The Bahamas to Celebrate

Fincantieri holds keel laying of the second LSS unit

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Contract signed for new Anti-Submarine Warfare

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