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Sedef Shipyard has marked the start of construction on a new 23,500t lifting capacity floating dock with a steel cutting ceremony for hull NB231. The unit, designated DLT-211 and designed by Delta Marine, is being built for Colonna’s Shipyard with participation from both project teams and senior representatives.

Sedef Cuts Steel on 23,500t Floating Dock for Colonna’s Shipyard

Workboat365 - 07/04/2026

Delta Marine floating dock design to deliver 23,500t lifting capacity under Bureau Veritas class Sedef Shipyard has marked the start of construction on a new...

Cemre Shipyard has successfully launched ESVAGT’s second service operation vessel (SOV), NB1097, on April 4, 2026.

Cemre Launches Second E-Methanol SOV for ESVAGT

Workboat365 - 07/04/2026

Sister vessel to NB1094 Robert Boyle, the world’s first e-methanol-powered SOV Cemre Shipyard, a leading newbuild yard in Türkiye, has successfully launched ESVAGT’s second service...

Magnet Defense LLC today announced beginning production of its first deliverable M48 Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV), marking a pivotal milestone as the M48 transitions from an operationally validated prototype program to a production platform.

Magnet Defense Starts Production of Long-Range M48 USV

Workboat365 - 06/04/2026

M48 USV positioned as high-endurance solution for extended maritime missions Magnet Defense has commenced production of its first deliverable M48 Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV), marking...

Sanmar Shipyards and Med Tugs have officially entered into a strategic agreement for the construction and delivery of two state-of-the-art tugboats. Executed through the joint venture company SVS—comprising Vernicos Scafi, Spanopoulos, and Lyboussakis—the project marks a significant investment in the future of Greek maritime infrastructure.

Med Tugs Orders Pair of Escort Tugs from Sanmar

Workboat365 - 05/04/2026

Newbuild programme brings together Sanmar and Med Tugs under SVS partnership Sanmar Shipyards has secured a newbuild order for two advanced tugboats under a strategic...

Ship Building & Repairs

Sedef Shipyard has marked the start of construction on a new 23,500t lifting capacity floating dock with a steel cutting ceremony for hull NB231. The unit, designated DLT-211 and designed by Delta Marine, is being built for Colonna’s Shipyard with participation from both project teams and senior representatives.

Sedef Cuts Steel on 23,500t Floating Dock for Colonna’s Shipyard

Workboat365 - 07/04/2026

Magnet Defense LLC today announced beginning production of its first deliverable M48 Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV), marking a pivotal milestone as the M48 transitions from an operationally validated prototype program to a production platform.

Magnet Defense Starts Production of Long-Range M48 USV

Workboat365 - 06/04/2026

Sanmar Shipyards and Med Tugs have officially entered into a strategic agreement for the construction and delivery of two state-of-the-art tugboats. Executed through the joint venture company SVS—comprising Vernicos Scafi, Spanopoulos, and Lyboussakis—the project marks a significant investment in the future of Greek maritime infrastructure.

Med Tugs Orders Pair of Escort Tugs from Sanmar

Workboat365 - 05/04/2026

The very first Candela P-12 Business vessel was officially commissioned last Friday in Stockholm, Frihamnen, before being shipped to customers in Mumbai – to provide possibly the biggest upgrade ever to water transfers.

First Candela P-12 Business Hydrofoil for Mumbai

Workboat365 - 02/04/2026

Damen Shipyards Group client Arrendadora Continental has been awarded a contract by the Port Authority of Puerto Quetzal to operate an additional tug, making a total of six tugs operating in the harbour on Guatemala’s Pacific coast. To fulfil its contractual responsibilities, the company will take delivery of a Damen ASD Tug 2312 later this year.

Damen ASD Tug For Expanded Puerto Quetzal Operations

Workboat365 - 02/04/2026

Damen has signed a contract with the Polidano Group for the delivery of two Combi Freighters (CF) 3850. The Malta-based company will use the vessels primarily for the transport of aggregates for its construction business. The new vessels will be named Denise P and Julia P in honour of Polidano family members.

Polidano Group Orders Pair of Damen Combi Freighters

Workboat365 - 31/03/2026

Power & Propulsion

PSW Power & Automation has entered into a new agreement with Plug – Shore Power & Maritime Charging for the delivery of an 8.3MWh battery-integrated Megawatt Charging System (MCS) to support zero emission fast ferries operations.

PSW and Plug Advance Zero Emission Vessels Charging

Workboat365 - 01/04/2026

workboat365 trade-media–style rewrite - One of North America’s busiest ferry routes is joining the growing trend for U.S.-based operators to make the efficiencies of electrification central when they modernize their fleets, after an integrated hybrid-electric propulsion system from ABB was selected for the new ship ordered by Delaware River and Bay Authority (DRBA). Shipbuilder Senesco Marine contracted ABB to deliver full propulsion and automation systems for the 75-car passenger and vehicle ferry, which will replace the 45-year-old Cape Henlopen in connecting Lewes, Delaware and Cape May, New Jersey. Construction will start at the Rhode Island-based yard in mid-2026.

ABB Hybrid-Electric Propulsion for Delaware River’s New Ferry

Workboat365 - 31/03/2026

Corvus Energy, a global leader in marine energy storage systems (ESS), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Norwegian battery technology company Beyonder AS to collaborate on the development of next-generation battery systems for maritime applications.

Corvus Energy and Beyonder Partner on Next-Gen Battery Tech

Workboat365 - 30/03/2026

Grieg Maritime Group has entered into a contract with GT Wings for the installation of at least two AirWing™20 units on vessels within its fleet, reinforcing its commitment to energy efficiency and emissions reduction.

Wind Propulsion Gains Traction as Grieg Maritime Signs GT Wings

Workboat365 - 30/03/2026

The maritime transition to net zero is no longer a question of if, but how fast. It requires momentum, coordination and scale across the full value chain. For 15 years, Maritime CleanTech partners have worked side by side to turn ambition into action.

Maritime CleanTech Marks 15 Years Accelerating Maritime Decarbonisation

Workboat365 - 30/03/2026

The Switch, a leading supplier of permanent magnet (PM) machines for marine applications, has launched the PMM850M PM machine, a compact, high-efficiency solution designed to help shipowners lower fuel consumption, reduce emissions and decrease operating costs. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2027.

The Switch Debuts PMM850M With Built-in Water-Jacket Cooling

Workboat365 - 24/03/2026

Deck Equipment

The delivery of a third Liebherr LS-C 80 crane for the trailing suction hopper dredger Seaway, designed and built by Royal IHC for Boskali, this state-of-the-art vessel is set to play a key role in making dredging operations more sustainable, underscores the manufacturer’s continued track record for reliable marine engineering. Following earlier installations on sister vessels Helios and Krios, the latest delivery highlights the operator’s ongoing confidence in Liebherr’s ship crane solutions.

Gantry-Mounted Liebherr Crane For Dredger ‘Seaway’

Workboat365 - 17/03/2026

Engineering specialist Brimmond is celebrating its 30th anniversary after achieving record financial performance while continuing to expand its international presence despite a challenging year across several key industries.

Brimmond Marks 30 Years with Record Results Despite Challenging Markets

Workboat365 - 09/03/2026

Leading technology and mechanical engineering company PALFINGER has been awarded a contract to supply service platform cranes for the Formosa 4 offshore wind farm in Taiwan, further strengthening its footprint in the country’s rapidly expanding offshore wind sector.

PALFINGER Secures Eleventh Offshore Wind Project in Taiwan

Workboat365 - 06/03/2026

MacArtney Offshore Solutions, a global supplier of underwater technology products and systems. has secured a contract with Asso.subsea to deliver a complete tensioner package for the company’s new DP-2 cable laying vessel, Althea.

MacArtney Secures Tensioner Package for New Cable Layer Althea

Workboat365 - 03/03/2026

Seaonics has secured a new contract with Norwegian shipowner Norside Wind AS to supply an ECMC C25 3D motion-compensated crane for the Commissioning Service Operation Vessel (CSOV0 Norside Cygnus.

Norside Wind Selects Seaonics Motion-Compensated Crane for Norside Cygnus

Workboat365 - 02/03/2026

Vulcan Offshore has successfully delivered a fully instrumented sheave, incorporating specialist components from sister company Dynamic Load Monitoring (DLM), to the National Oceanography Centre (NOC) for deployment in a research project offshore New Zealand.

Vulcan and DLM Collaborate on Instrumented Sheave

Workboat365 - 26/02/2026

Renewable Energy

Stillstrom by Maersk has formally established a UK entity in Aberdeen to support the commercial rollout of its offshore vessel charging solutions. The move enables the electrification of maritime operations within wind farms and builds on seven years of development, testing and collaboration with North Sea shipowners, suppliers, and regulators.

Stillstrom Sets Up UK Base for Offshore Charging Rollout

Workboat365 - 23/03/2026

Chartwell Marine has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Cooperative Association of Japan Shipbuilders (CAJS) to support the development and domestic construction of vessels for Japan’s emerging offshore wind sector.

Chartwell Marine Collaboration Targets Japan Offshore Wind Market

Workboat365 - 16/03/2026

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL) has agreed to jointly own two commissioning service operation vessels (CSOVs) with Schoeller Holdings Ltd., a Cyprus-based global shipping company. The vessels are scheduled for delivery in 2027. MOL has also decided to invest in Deutsche Offshore Schifffahrt (DOS), a Germany-based offshore energy vessel developer and commercial operator, which will operate the vessels.

MOL Enters European Offshore Wind Market

Workboat365 - 10/03/2026

X1 Wind has achieved a key milestone in the development of its floating wind technology, with its X100 pre-commercial platform receiving a Statement of Compliance (SoC) for Basic Design from classification society DNV.

X1 Wind’s X100 Platform Receives DNV Basic Design Approval

Workboat365 - 10/03/2026

Fugro has secured a contract from Oriel Windfarm Ltd to carry out a detailed geotechnical site investigation for the proposed Oriel offshore wind farm off the coast of County Louth, Ireland. The work will provide critical ground data to inform the design and installation of foundations for the project’s 25 offshore wind turbines, supporting safe and efficient construction.

Fugro Supports Ireland’s Oriel Offshore Wind Farm

Workboat365 - 09/03/2026

Leading technology and mechanical engineering company PALFINGER has been awarded a contract to supply service platform cranes for the Formosa 4 offshore wind farm in Taiwan, further strengthening its footprint in the country’s rapidly expanding offshore wind sector.

PALFINGER Secures Eleventh Offshore Wind Project in Taiwan

Workboat365 - 06/03/2026

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