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Ocean Power Technologies (@oceanpowertechnologies) has been chosen as the preferred supplier for a PowerBuoy equipped with Merrows, its AI-capable Maritime Domain Awareness Solution, in the Middle East. CEO Philipp Stratmann highlighted the company's growth in the PowerBuoy business and the significant opportunities in the Middle East for Merrows and potential integration with Wave Adaptive Modular Vessels (WAM-Vs). 'This selection is another example of the company's growth in its PowerBuoy business,' Stratmann said. 'The Middle East presents significant opportunities for Merrows and the potential to integrate additional Wave Adaptive Modular Vessels (WAM-Vs) into their operations.' The contract, once finalized, is expected to generate revenues in the current quarter, following the completion of engineering for Merrows to operate in hot climates. This strategic move underscores Ocean Power Technologies' commitment to expanding its market presence and leveraging its advanced maritime technologies. #maritimetechnology #artificialintelligence #middleeast #oceanpowertechnologies #merrows #powerbuoy

Innovation Meets Power: SSCV Thialf Gets an Upgrade!💪 Heerema Marine Contractors’ legendary SSCV Thialf —take on new heights (and weights)! Last week, the vessel was equipped with Huisman’s Motion-Compensated Pile Gripper Frame at the Port of Rotterdam - This technology allows the Thialf to handle monopiles up to 12.5m in diameter, 115m in length, and a staggering 3,200 metric tons! 🚢 Did You Know? 📌 SSCV Thialf, one of the largest crane vessels in the world, boasts a lifting capacity of 14,200 metric tons with its dual cranes. 📌With its two 95-meter cranes towering above the ocean, the Thialf has been instrumental in some of the world’s most complex offshore projects. 💡 What’s New? The Motion-Compensated Gripper is positioned on the Thialf’s side, enabling safer and more precise monopile installation—even in challenging sea conditions. This marks a significant step forward for offshore wind and other energy projects requiring large-scale infrastructure. 👏Congratulations to Heerema Marine Contractors and Huisman for this monumental achievement! Here’s to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible offshore! #engineeringexcellence #SSCVThialf #offshoreinnovation #heavylifting #renewableenergy #manup

Last week, Bibby Marine announced a major milestone in its journey toward net-zero emissions: the signing of an agreement with ARMON SHIPYARDS to build the pioneering Electric Commissioning Service Operation Vessel (eCSOV). As the appointed Ship Design firm, we are responsible for the design and basic engineering development of this groundbreaking vessel. The eCSOV will feature the Seaplace Design SEA-1629 hull, a high-performance design specifically engineered to ensure operability and safety when approaching offshore wind platforms, even in the harshest conditions. The initial phase of this design process, carried out in 2024, culminated in a model test campaign at Centrum Techniki Okretowej S.A. in Gdańsk, Poland, last summer. The resistance and seakeeping tests validated the hull’s exceptional performance, confirming its readiness to meet the challenges of offshore operations and further reinforcing the innovative capabilities of this vessel. The ship is the first vessel of its kind, able to operate entirely in full-electric mode, marking a milestone in sustainable offshore wind operations. With advanced battery systems, dual-fuel methanol engines, and cutting-edge technologies, it is designed for cleaner, smarter, and more efficient performance, supporting the transition to net-zero emissions.   At Seaplace, we are proud to support Bibby Marine in this endeavor, helping to shape the future of sustainable offshore operations. We look forward to seeing this design come to life and paving the way for the next generation of sustainable offshore vessel! #shipdesign #shipbuilding #offshorewind #navalarchitects #maritime #innovation #netzero #sov

📢 Exciting News! Strategic Marine has signed a significant contract with Mainprize Offshore for the construction of six new state-of-the-art Supa Swath vessels, with options for six more! 🌊🚢 This recently inked agreement, follows from the MoU signed at Seawork in June, represents an enhancement of Mainprize Offshore’s fleet growth and capabilities. The Supa Swath vessels are designed for superior stability, efficiency, and advanced technology, ideal for demanding offshore environments globally. Mr. Bob Mainprize, Managing Director of Mainprize Offshore, expressed, “These vessels represent a significant investment in our fleet’s future, offering superior performance and versatility to our clients.” Strategic Marine's CEO, Mr. Eng Yew Chan, added, “This contract underscores the strong partnership between our companies. We are confident these vessels will greatly enhance Mainprize Offshore’s operations.” James Walker, Naval Architect at Walker Marine Design expressed, “Its crazy to think this design started on a blank sheet of paper with Mainprize at a conference in Copenhagen in 2016. 8 years later there are 8 Supa-SWATH's in operation in Europe, 2 recently completed by Strategic Marine, started operations and more to follow soon. The first of the six vessels is expected to be delivered in Q1 2026. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to deliver high-quality, innovative maritime solutions! For more updates on this development, read our Press Release at https://lnkd.in/gyuh4RFC Or visit us at www.strategicmarine.com   #strategicmarine #builttowork #shipbuilding #oilandgas #maritimeindustry #offshore #offshorewind #offshorewindenergy #offshorewindindustry #offshorewindfarm #offshoreoilandgas #oilandgasindustry #vessel #vessels #marineindustry #marine #engineering #singapore #ferry #ferries #renewables #wind #crewboat #crewtransfervessel #crewtransfer #goinggreen #hybrid #energy #sustainable #sustainability #green #netzerofuture #decarbonisation #design #repair #maintenance 

Modelling the installation of #offshorewind projects in different parts of the world, we get to see the varied metocean conditions installers have to compete with. I personally find it fascinating how much it changes in between countries and regions, and the dramatic impact it has on cost and duration. So to start the week I thought I'd put out a little quiz...can you guess which chart represents the East coast of Scotland? The charts show, for three different countries, the modelled installation durations using #ForeCoastMarine, if the installation were to start on different months of the year. The blue and orange bars represent two different installation strategies with jack up barges or heavy lift vessels. I could not get this image in a poll, so if you want a guess and are feeling confident put your answer in the comments, and have a great week. From the ForeCoast Marine team at JBA Consutling.

VARD has successfully delivered the cable laying vessel "IT Infinity" to IT International Telecom Inc. 💥 Built as a Platform Supply Vessel (PSV) at Vard Brattvaag in 2008, IT Infinity has now been converted into a state-of-the-art cable laying vessel at the same yard in Norway. This project demonstrates the strength of our integrated value chain — from design to execution — bringing together cutting-edge technology, craftsmanship and seamless teamwork. - We are very proud that IT chose VARD as their partner for this significant conversion. We leveraged our core competencies and extensive experience in the design and construction of advanced cable laying vessels to meet IT’s needs. This project underscores VARD's strength in our fully integrated value chain and reinforces our strong position in the aftermarket, says Wilhelm Eggesbø, Senior Vice President of Vard Services at VARD. - The result is an extremely capable asset fully prepared to serve the global subsea telecommunications market, and an industry in dire need of these specialized ships, says Steve Arsenault, Vice President of Sales & Marketing at IT. Read more on our website: https://lnkd.in/dpY_Edwa #shipbuilding #shiprepairandconversion #cablelayingvessel #oneteam #integratedvaluechain

🌊 𝗡𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲: 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 R-Vent Netherlands, WindeX Engineering and Lindab Marine have set a new standard in maritime sustainability. We proudly delivered a fully insulated ventilation system for nine advanced Commissioning Service Operation Vessels (CSOVs), built by Damen Shipyards for offshore wind farm support. 🚢 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹? • Dual-fuel hydrogen tech: Slashes CO2 emissions • Hybrid-electric propulsion: Eliminates the need for diesel generators • State-of-the-art ventilation: Custom-designed to meet stringent maritime demands R-Vent ensured precision and efficiency with custom labeling, seamless global logistics, and meticulous documentation, enabling flawless installation in Vietnam. This project proves that innovation and sustainability can transform shipbuilding. Let’s build a greener maritime future together. #Sustainability #Innovation #MaritimeIndustry #OffshoreWind #Ventilation

Breeze Ship Design awarded contract for two multipurpose supply vessels! Christmas came early as Breeze Ship Design has recently been awarded a contract by Fujian Mawei for the design of two new multipurpose offshore supply vessels (MPSVs) for the U.S shipowner SEACOR Marine Holdings. The Z 4423 MPSV design is an 88-metre-long hybrid vessel equipped with medium-speed diesel engines and an integrated battery energy storage system for higher fuel efficiency and lower running costs. The modern, high-quality MPSVs will each be 4,650 dwt, with 1000 square meter work deck and accommodation for 60 people – providing a flexible operational solution at a competitive price point. 

World’s largest land-based crane completes electric testing. Mammoet’s SK6000 – said to be the world’s strongest land-based crane – has been tested for fully electric operation. According to the company, the test shows that the crane is able to offer zero-emission capability to projects taking place anywhere in the world... Check out the full story 👉 https://zurl.co/XgFsv (Build in Digital) #mammoet #electriccrane

We’ve signed a contract to deliver a 100mt Pedestal Mounted Crane to Eastern Navigation Pte Ltd, a leading maritime support provider in the Asian-Pacific offshore energy industry. This will be the fifth Huisman crane for their fleet, following the proven performance of their 300mt and 100mt cranes, as well as another 100mt model currently under construction for mid-2025 delivery. Read more>> https://lnkd.in/gnha8iVm #equippedforimpact #offshoreindustry #heavylifting