Here is a full breakdown of the top 5 stories of the day:
- Busan Targets 2032 Launch for LNG and Green Methanol Bunkering Facilities The Busan Port Authority (BPA) has announced major infrastructure expansion plans at Busan New Port. The project aims to build dedicated bunkering facilities to meet the rapidly rising global demand for cleaner, alternative marine fuels like LNG and green methanol.
- Viking Names Leah Talactac CEO as Q1 Revenue Jumps 17.5% Viking Holdings has appointed Leah Talactac as its new Chief Executive Officer, taking over from founder Torstein Hagen, who will transition into the role of Executive Chairman. This leadership change follows a highly successful first quarter, which saw company revenue jump by 17.5%.
- Eidesvik Starts Ammonia Retrofit for Viking Energy The offshore vessel Viking Energy has officially begun its retrofitting process. The modifications will make it one of the world’s very first offshore vessels capable of safely operating on ammonia fuel during its standard, day-to-day operations.
- Berg Propulsion to Power Türkiye’s Strongest Diesel-Electric Tugs Berg Propulsion has been selected to provide the power systems for four newbuild offshore support tugs for Smit Lamnalco. These vessels are set to be the strongest diesel-electric tugs in Türkiye, boasting bollard pull capacities exceeding 130 tonnes.
- Hydroniq Coolers Selected for Hybrid Wellboat Project in Norway A new live fish carrier being built for North Salmon Service will feature a specialized, hull-integrated seawater cooling system. Hydroniq Coolers was selected to supply the technology, which is designed to maximize efficiency on the hybrid vessel.
