InterManager Daily News 15.05.2024.

1. Towards Japan’s first technology demonstration of offshore floating photovoltaic power generation Completed installation and started demonstratio“Tokyo Bay eSG Project” is now a reality, showcasing the potential of local renewable energy production at sea in Japan through the application of cutting-edge technology. Towards Japan’s first technology demonstration of offshore floating photovoltaic power generation – Cyprus Shipping News
2. Accelleron and HD Hyundai Marine Solution renew long-standing service agreement Accelleron has renewed its service agreement with the world’s biggest engine builder HD Hyundai Heavy Industries Engine & Machinery Division and its lifecycle service company HD Hyundai Marine Solution. The agreement, continuing a collaboration that started in 2024, will ensure that owners of engines built by HHI-EMD and vessels or power plants serviced by HMS can benefit from Accelleron’s turbocharger service expertise, spare parts, lifecycle upgrades and efficiency solutions. Accelleron and HD Hyundai Marine Solution renew long-standing service agreement – Cyprus Shipping News
3. Predictions & Preparations for the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season As the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season approaches, forecasts and scientific analyses predict a notably active period, potentially setting new records for storm frequency and intensity. This year’s hurricane outlook is influenced by a variety of climatic factors, with the potential to significantly impact the U.S. coastline and beyond. Predictions & Preparations for the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season
4. What EU Sanctions on Russian LNG Would Mean for Global Gas Since the start of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Europe and its allies have looked for ways to curb Moscow’s fossil fuel revenues without inflicting higher energy costs on their own citizens. The latest plan: ban use of European Union ports for re-exporting liquefied natural gas. What EU Sanctions on Russian LNG Would Mean for Global Gas
5. Collapsed Baltimore Bridge to Be Blasted Into Pieces, Removed from Dali U.S. crews in Baltimore plan to set off controlled explosions on Monday to allow them to remove a portion of the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge from the bow of the massive container ship that toppled the span in March. Collapsed Baltimore Bridge to Be Blasted Into Pieces, Removed from Dali
6. Trump Vows ‘Day One’ Executive Order Targeting Offshore Wind Donald Trump vowed to issue an executive order targeting offshore wind development if he wins a second term as president, making his most explicit threat yet toward the growing industry. Trump Vows ‘Day One’ Executive Order Targeting Offshore Wind
7. San Marino and Italy sign Memorandum of Understanding on Maritime Security In the context of the bilateral meeting between the Republic of San Marino and Italy “Navigando verso l’Europa” representatives of the two maritime administrations have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen the exchange of information on matters relating to maritime security.The Memorandum was signed by San Marino Maritime Navigation Authority Director General Eng. San Marino and Italy sign Memorandum of Understanding on Maritime Security – Cyprus Shipping News
8. Belgian Hydrogen Council, NLHydrogen and the German National Hydrogen Council sign tripartite Memorandum of Understanding to advance the hydrogen economy in Europe The Belgian Hydrogen Council, NLHydrogen , and the German National Hydrogen Council have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding on May 13, 2024, solidifying their commitment to joint initiatives aimed at advancing the hydrogen economy within the North-West region of Europe.Belgian Hydrogen Council, NLHydrogen and the German National Hydrogen Council sign tripartite Memorandum of Understanding to advance the hydrogen economy in Europe – Cyprus Shipping News
9. Associated British Ports announced it has reached a significant milestone in the construction of their Lowestoft Eastern Energy Facility Associated British Ports announced it has reached a significant milestone in the construction of their Lowestoft Eastern Energy Facility, at its Port of Lowestoft, with the commencement of capital dredging of the Outer Harbour and channel approaches Associated British Ports announced it has reached a significant milestone in the construction of their Lowestoft Eastern Energy Facility – Cyprus Shipping News
10. Woodside Energy taps TechnipFMC for work on Xena well off Australia Offshore contracting giant TechnipFMC has been awarded an integrated engineering, procurement, construction, and installation (iEPCI) contract by Woodside Energy in Australia.TechnipFMC will design, manufacture, and install the subsea production system, flexible pipe, and umbilicals for the Xena infill well to support ongoing production from the Pluto LNG Project. Woodside Energy taps TechnipFMC for work on Xena well off Australia – Splash247