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an Oord has successfully installed three monopile foundations using GBM Works’ jetting technology in combination with CAPE Holland’s vibro lifting tool, marking the first commercial-scale deployment of the silent installation method in the offshore wind sector.

Van Oord’s Industry First with Silent Monopile Installation

Workboat365 - 10/04/2026

Van Oord has successfully installed three monopile foundations using GBM Works’ jetting technology in combination with CAPE Holland’s vibro lifting tool, marking the first...

Damen Shipyards Antalya has been awarded a contract by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) for a new series of search-and-rescue vessels destined for the Turkish Coast Guard Command (TURCG).

Damen Secures SAR Order for Turkish Coast Guard

Workboat365 - 10/04/2026

Contract covers 13 SAR vessels under an EU-funded initiative, with deliveries scheduled for 2027–2028 Damen has been awarded a contract by the International Organization for...

Jan De Nul, in collaboration with transmission system operator TenneT and ECE Offshore BV, has inaugurated three connected shallow-draft cable installation barges, collectively named Waadrinner, in Rotterdam.

Shallow-Draft Cable Barges ‘Waadrinner’ Inaugurated

Workboat365 - 09/04/2026

Trio of connected shallow-draft cable barges designed for environmentally sensitive cable installation in the Wadden Sea Jan De Nul, in collaboration with transmission system operator...

Cheoy Lee Shipyards has completed delivery of a 16-strong series of Robert Allan Ltd.’s Z-Tech 6000 tugs to PSA Marine of Singapore, with the final vessel, PSA Nebula.

Cheoy Lee Completes PSA Marine’s 16-Strong Z-Tech 6000 Tugs

Workboat365 - 09/04/2026

Contract completion marks milestone for Cheoy Lee, PSA Marine and Robert Allan Ltd. Cheoy Lee Shipyards has completed delivery of a 16-strong series of Robert...

Ship Building & Repairs

Damen Shipyards Antalya has been awarded a contract by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) for a new series of search-and-rescue vessels destined for the Turkish Coast Guard Command (TURCG).

Damen Secures SAR Order for Turkish Coast Guard

Workboat365 - 10/04/2026

Jan De Nul, in collaboration with transmission system operator TenneT and ECE Offshore BV, has inaugurated three connected shallow-draft cable installation barges, collectively named Waadrinner, in Rotterdam.

Shallow-Draft Cable Barges ‘Waadrinner’ Inaugurated

Workboat365 - 09/04/2026

Cheoy Lee Shipyards has completed delivery of a 16-strong series of Robert Allan Ltd.’s Z-Tech 6000 tugs to PSA Marine of Singapore, with the final vessel, PSA Nebula.

Cheoy Lee Completes PSA Marine’s 16-Strong Z-Tech 6000 Tugs

Workboat365 - 09/04/2026

Norwegian operator Boreal AS—a leader in sustainable transport—has ordered 20 Candela P-12 electric hydrofoil vessels from Sweden’s Candela Technology, marking the world’s largest electric fleet to date.

Boreal Places Largest-Ever Order for Electric Foiling Vessels

Workboat365 - 09/04/2026

Sanmar Shipyards has completed sea trials for its 14th fully electric tug, DINAMO IV, marking a significant milestone in its 50th anniversary year and strengthening its contribution to the decarbonisation of the global towage sector.

Sea Trials Success for Sanmar’s 14th Electric Tug ‘DINAMO IV’

Workboat365 - 09/04/2026

With demand rising for high-capability offshore support vessels, Damen and Alewijnse have marked the start of construction on two advanced multi-purpose tugs destined for deepwater operations in the Gulf of Mexico.

Damen and Alewijnse Partner on DP2 Offshore Support Tugs

Workboat365 - 08/04/2026

Power & Propulsion

Sweden-based maritime battery specialist Echandia has secured a contract with Gotlandsbolaget to supply a battery system for a new hybrid high-speed catamaran operating between Visby and Nynäshamn. The battery system is designed for a 20-year service life, supporting long-term operational reliability and reduced lifecycle costs.

Battery Contract Awarded to Echandia for Gotlandsbolaget Hybrid Ferry

Workboat365 - 09/04/2026

A 3D-printed section of a marine propeller has been completed, marking a step towards smarter, more efficient propulsion for the future of clean shipping.

Major Step Forward for 3D-Printed Marine Propellers

Workboat365 - 08/04/2026

Kongsberg Maritime has signed a contract to supply 18 large Kamewa waterjets for the Indian Navy’s Next Generation Missile Vessel (NGMV) programme. Each of the vessels will feature waterjets, delivering exceptional speed and manoeuvrability for high-performance naval operations.

Kongsberg Maritime Kamewa Waterjets for Indian Missile Vessels

Workboat365 - 08/04/2026

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

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

an Oord has successfully installed three monopile foundations using GBM Works’ jetting technology in combination with CAPE Holland’s vibro lifting tool, marking the first commercial-scale deployment of the silent installation method in the offshore wind sector.

Van Oord’s Industry First with Silent Monopile Installation

Workboat365 - 10/04/2026

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

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