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Eidesvik Offshore has signed a contract with Halsnøy Dokk for the conversion of the platform supply vessel (PSV) Viking Energy to ammonia-powered operations, marking a key milestone in the Apollo project. The conversion moves the world’s first ammonia-powered offshore vessel into the execution phase.

Eidesvik Offshore to Convert Viking Energy to Ammonia Power

Workboat365 - 26/02/2026

Conversion at Halsnøy Dokk positions Viking Energy for ammonia powered operations under long-term service with Equinor Eidesvik Offshore has signed a contract with Halsnøy Dokk...

GIT Coatings has announced the market launch of XGIT-FORCE™, its latest advancement in sustainable high-performance marine coatings. Developed to move the industry decisively beyond traditional biocide-based antifouling systems, XGIT-FORCE™ introduces a new era focused on long-term vessel efficiency, environmental stewardship and operational predictability.

GIT Coatings Unveils XGIT-FORCE for Next-Level Hull Performance

Workboat365 - 26/02/2026

XGIT-FORCE offers high-performance antifouling without harmful biocides. GIT Coatings has announced the market launch of XGIT-FORCE™, its latest advancement in sustainable high-performance marine coatings. Developed...

Steyr Motors has strengthened its position in the mission-critical marine sector after signing a binding agreement to acquire 100% of the shares in Danish firms BUKH A/S and SLC Ejendomme ApS.

Steyr Motors acquires Danish SOLAS specialist BUKH A/S

Workboat365 - 26/02/2026

Acquisition of BUKH A/S expands the company’s capabilities in SOLAS-certified and mission-critical marine propulsion systems Steyr Motors has strengthened its position in the mission-critical marine...

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

Vulcan Offshore supplies instrumented 750-mm sheave to the National Oceanography Centre for a marine research campaign in New Zealand. Vulcan Offshore has successfully delivered a...

Ship Building & Repairs

Nam Cheong, one of Southeast Asia’s leading Offshore Support Vessel providers head quartered in Sarawak, Malaysia, announced that it has secured shipbuilding contracts valued at US$64.5 million for four offshore support vessels from an established UAE-based global energy maritime logistics company. The award marks Nam Cheong’s first newbuild contract win in more than a decade, reflecting a steady recovery as newbuild demand recovery gradually gains momentum.

Nam Cheong Secures Four OSVs Deal with Global UAE Operator

Workboat365 - 25/02/2026

Workboat owners and operators with vessels due for survey by December 2026 are being urged to act now to avoid missing the deadline for compliance with the updated code of safety standards.

Workboat Operators Urged to Beat Workboat Code Edition 3 Deadline

Workboat365 - 25/02/2026

Sallaum Lines has strengthened its global RoRo capabilities with the successful delivery of two Pure Car and Truck Carriers (PCTCs), MV Ocean Explorer and MV Ocean Legacy. The vessels join the company’s Ocean Class fleet and mark a major milestone in Sallaum Lines’ long-term fleet expansion and its commitment to advancing sustainable and energy-efficient maritime operations.

Sallaum Lines Boosts RoRo Capacity With Two New LNG-Ready PCTCs

Workboat365 - 24/02/2026

The Coastal Sustainability Alliance (CSA), an industry collaborative group led by Kuok Maritime Group, has marked a major milestone in Singapore’s maritime decarbonisation journey with the naming ceremony of EON, the country’s first fully electric harbour tug and the first vessel of its kind in Southeast Asia.

EON Named in Singapore, Marking Region’s First All-Electric Tug

Workboat365 - 24/02/2026

The Rio Maguari Shipyard is progressing with its delivery program for Svitzer Brazil, with two additional tugs scheduled to join the fleet in 2026. These vessels will complete a three-unit series, following the handover of the first tug, Svitzer Copacabana, which marks another milestone in the long-running collaboration between the companies.

Rio Maguari Shipyard Nears Completion of Three Tug Series for Svitzer...

Workboat365 - 23/02/2026

Global digital shipbuilder Incat Crowther has entered the detailed design and naval architecture phase for a next-generation hydrogen fuel-cell electric fast ferry, with first deployment planned for waters around New York City. The new 28-metre vessel is being advanced in collaboration with zero-emission vessel developer SWITCH Maritime, as the partners progress both the design package and regulatory approvals needed to bring the project to market.

SWITCH Maritime and Incat Crowther Advances Hydrogen Fast Ferry

Workboat365 - 20/02/2026

Power & Propulsion

Eidesvik Offshore has signed a contract with Halsnøy Dokk for the conversion of the platform supply vessel (PSV) Viking Energy to ammonia-powered operations, marking a key milestone in the Apollo project. The conversion moves the world’s first ammonia-powered offshore vessel into the execution phase.

Eidesvik Offshore to Convert Viking Energy to Ammonia Power

Workboat365 - 26/02/2026

Steyr Motors has strengthened its position in the mission-critical marine sector after signing a binding agreement to acquire 100% of the shares in Danish firms BUKH A/S and SLC Ejendomme ApS.

Steyr Motors acquires Danish SOLAS specialist BUKH A/S

Workboat365 - 26/02/2026

Kongsberg Maritime has been selected to deliver an extensive, fully integrated equipment package for a next-generation ultra-large cable-laying vessel being built for LS Marine Solution at Tersan Shipyard in Türkiye.

Kongsberg Maritime Secures Major Contract for Cable-Laying Giant

Workboat365 - 25/02/2026

Corvus Energy has been selected by ABB Marine & Ports to deliver advanced battery energy storage systems (ESS) for two next-generation hybrid-electric ferries destined for Washington State Ferries, a leading public ferry operator in the United States. The supply agreement also carries an option for a third vessel.

Corvus Energy Battery Systems for New Washington State Ferries

Workboat365 - 25/02/2026

Tourism and technology specialist Brim Explorer has commissioned the construction of two high-speed battery-electric trimarans, which it describes as the world’s most efficient battery-powered passenger vessels. Designed for maximum efficiency, the vessels aim to set a new benchmark in sustainable passenger transport and are scheduled for delivery in spring 2027.

Brim Explorer Orders High-Speed Battery Passenger Trimarans

Workboat365 - 24/02/2026

The Coastal Sustainability Alliance (CSA), an industry collaborative group led by Kuok Maritime Group, has marked a major milestone in Singapore’s maritime decarbonisation journey with the naming ceremony of EON, the country’s first fully electric harbour tug and the first vessel of its kind in Southeast Asia.

EON Named in Singapore, Marking Region’s First All-Electric Tug

Workboat365 - 24/02/2026

Deck Equipment

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

MacGregor has secured a significant contract to supply cargo access equipment and deck machinery for four New Major Vessels being introduced under BC Ferries’ historic fleet renewal programme. These next-generation, diesel-battery hybrid, all-electric ready ferries, will be constructed at China Merchants Industry (CMI) Weihai Shipyard Co., Ltd. Designed to set new standards in efficiency, safety, and environmental performance, the vessels represent a major step forward in BC Ferries’ long-term strategy to modernise its fleet and reduce emissions.

MacGregor Cargo Access and Deck Machinery for BC Ferries New Vessels

Workboat365 - 19/02/2026

Buoyant Works has unveiled its latest innovation, FlexLanding, a new polyurethane-based alternative to traditional steel boat-landing ladder systems for CSOVs and offshore wind turbines.

FlexLanding as Alternative to CSOV and Offshore Wind Turbine Boat Landing...

Workboat365 - 11/02/2026

A major safety milestone was achieved at Incat Tasmania’s Hobart shipyard with the successful deployment of the Marine Evacuation System (MES) on Hull 096.

Incat Tasmania Safety Milestone On World’s Largest Electric Ferry

Workboat365 - 11/02/2026

North-east Scotland engineering specialists Brimmond have reported a robust start following the November launch of their Middle East division in November 2025. The company says over 50% of its regional equipment fleet is already on hire, representing more than £500,000 in total equipment value.

Middle East Expansion Pays Off for Brimmond

Workboat365 - 10/02/2026

SMST, a leading provider of advanced marine and offshore mission equipment, has been selected by Marco Polo Marine to supply a complete mission equipment package for the company’s inaugural Commissioning Service Operation Vessel Plus (CSOVPlus).

SMST to Supply Mission Equipment for Marco Polo Marine’s First CSOV-Plus

Workboat365 - 06/02/2026

Renewable Energy

Buoyant Works has unveiled its latest innovation, FlexLanding, a new polyurethane-based alternative to traditional steel boat-landing ladder systems for CSOVs and offshore wind turbines.

FlexLanding as Alternative to CSOV and Offshore Wind Turbine Boat Landing...

Workboat365 - 11/02/2026

HydroWing Tidal Energy Projects, a subsidiary of Inyanga Marine Energy Group, has secured an additional 10MW for its Ynni’r Lleuad project at the Morlais tidal energy demonstration zone in Wales, following the UK government announcement of Allocation Round 7a Contracts for Difference (CfD) awards.

Inyanga’s HydroWing Wins Further 10MW Allocation for Welsh Tidal Project

Workboat365 - 11/02/2026

MacGregor has secured a major contract to deliver a substantial 400-tonne Active Heave Compensated (AHC) subsea crane for a new 127-metre Floating Wind Farm Construction Vessel (FWCV).

MacGregor to Supply 400-Tonne AHC Crane for New Floating Wind Vessel

Workboat365 - 06/02/2026

The Offshore Wind Growth Partnership (OWGP) has unveiled the five UK firms selected for the latest round of its Manufacturing Facility Support Programme (MFSP), confirming £1.2 million in targeted funding to accelerate new investment in offshore wind manufacturing.

Fresh OWGP Investment to Strengthen UK Offshore Wind Supply Chain

Workboat365 - 05/02/2026

KESTO,the newly formed joint venture between Denmark’s ESVAGT and South Korea’s KMC Line, has landed its first long-term agreements, marking a significant step in the partners’ strategic push into the Asian offshore wind market.

KESTO Lands First Offshore Wind Service Contract with Vestas

Workboat365 - 05/02/2026

AST Reygar announced its ongoing support to OEG Energy Group, a leading provider of temporary power and engineering solutions for the offshore industry, by delivering additional IRAMS satellite monitoring units to enhance operational efficiency and offshore assetmanagement.

OEG Energy Enhances Operational Efficiency with AST Reygar’s IRAMS

Workboat365 - 02/02/2026

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