MSC places orders for 20 new ultra-large container ships at the Hengli shipyard in China, continuing to expand and standardize its fleet. The new vessels will increase the company’s total capacity and support its strategy to optimize shipping operations.
Odfjell Drilling does not expect any new rig orders in the coming years, despite a shrinking supply and an aging fleet. The company is focusing on extending the operational life of its existing platforms.
The vessel Skandi Amazonas, owned by DOF Subsea, has been declared a total loss following an accident off the coast of Brazil. No injuries were reported. The company also announced the sale and purchase of vessels as part of its fleet optimization strategy.
South Korean shipping company HMM is investing $19.7 billion to expand its container and bulk carrier fleet by 2030, and will also modernize its terminal in Tacoma to increase capacity. The company aims to strengthen its position in both ocean and coastal shipping markets by utilizing a hub-and-spoke model.
The Singaporean company SeaLead has faced significant restrictions after the United States imposed sanctions on its vessels for allegedly supporting Iranian interests. As a result, the carrier's fleet has been reduced by more than three times.
MSC размещает заказы на 20 новых ультра-больших контейнеровозов на верфи Hengli в Китае, продолжая расширять и стандартизировать свой флот. Новые суда увеличат общую вместимость компании и поддержат стратегию оптимизации перевозок.
The punctuality of container shipping remains below pre-pandemic levels, with vessel delays causing the loss of up to 6% of global fleet capacity—equivalent to the entire capacity of a major carrier.