1. The EU defines offshore ships for EU MRV reporting. From 1 January 2025, offshore ships above 400 GT are required to report GHG emissions data under the EU MRV regulation. The European Commission has adopted a Delegated Regulation defining which ship types fall under the category of offshore ships.
https://cyprusshippingnews.com/2024/11/14/the-eu-defines-offshore-ships-for-eu-mrv-reporting/
https://cyprusshippingnews.com/2024/11/14/the-eu-defines-offshore-ships-for-eu-mrv-reporting/
2. UECC and Daphne Technology join forces to drive Advanced Emissions Monitoring on UECC’s Latest Vehicle Carrier.  United European Car Carriers (UECC) has chosen Daphne Technology’s PureMetrics™ emissions monitoring system to enhance its environmental performance. This partnership reflects both UECC and Daphne’s commitment to sustainability within the maritime industry and aligns with their mutual focus on fugitive emissions and monitoring solutions. PureMetrics™ will deliver real-time emissions data, enabling UECC to exceed regulatory requirements and advance a greener supply chain.
https://cyprusshippingnews.com/2024/11/14/uecc-and-daphne-technology-join-forces-to-drive-advanced-emissions-monitoring-on-ueccs-latest-vehicle-carrier/
https://cyprusshippingnews.com/2024/11/14/uecc-and-daphne-technology-join-forces-to-drive-advanced-emissions-monitoring-on-ueccs-latest-vehicle-carrier/
3. One step closer to green and sustainable ship recycling in Asia. Major ship-recycling countries in Asia are taking steps to enhance compliance and safety in ship recycling across the region, in line with the Hong Kong International Convention for the Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships (the Hong Kong Convention).
https://cyprusshippingnews.com/2024/11/14/one-step-closer-to-green-and-sustainable-ship-recycling-in-asia/
https://cyprusshippingnews.com/2024/11/14/one-step-closer-to-green-and-sustainable-ship-recycling-in-asia/
4. Crew change specialists Boers confirms commitment to Filipino seafarers with expansion to Manila. Leading provider of crew changes BCS Group – Boers Crew Services has expanded its operations to Manila as part of its vision to ensure maritime professionals are provided with a seamless journey to and from the vessel.
https://cyprusshippingnews.com/2024/11/14/crew-change-specialists-boers-confirms-commitment-to-filipino-seafarers-with-expansion-to-manila/
https://cyprusshippingnews.com/2024/11/14/crew-change-specialists-boers-confirms-commitment-to-filipino-seafarers-with-expansion-to-manila/
5. Kpler expands with Spire Maritime acquisition. Maritime data provider Kpler has acquired satellite-powered, global vessel tracking data firm Spire Maritime.
By integrating Spire Maritime’s technology and AIS feed, Kpler wants to expand its data reach, offering comprehensive visibility across open oceans.
https://splash247.com/kpler-expands-with-spire-maritime-acquisition/
https://splash247.com/kpler-expands-with-spire-maritime-acquisition/
6. McDermott awarded decommissioning contract offshore Australia. Houston-based offshore contractor McDermott has secured decommissioning work for Santos offshore Western Australia.The contract worth between $50m and $250m covers engineering, procurement, removal and disposal of the Harriet Alpha platform and associated infrastructure.
https://splash247.com/mcdermott-awarded-decommissioning-contract-offshore-australia/
https://splash247.com/mcdermott-awarded-decommissioning-contract-offshore-australia/
7. Glomar secures multi-year vessel contract from TenneT. Dutch offshore support vessel player Glomar has revealed a multi-year vessel framework contract with Dutch-German transmission system operator TenneT. The deal covers the provision of fully equipped emergency response and rescue vessels (ERRVs) and safety standby vessels (SSVs) in the German sector of the North Sea.
https://splash247.com/glomar-secures-multi-year-vessel-contract-from-tennet/
https://splash247.com/glomar-secures-multi-year-vessel-contract-from-tennet/
8. Biden Climate Official: Record Oil Production Powers U.S. Shift to Clean Energy. Record oil and gas production under President Joe Biden has enabled the US to smoothly transition toward cleaner energy and fight climate change without driving up prices, a top White House adviser said Wednesday.
https://gcaptain.com/biden-climate-official-record-oil-production-powers-u-s-shift-to-clean-energy/
https://gcaptain.com/biden-climate-official-record-oil-production-powers-u-s-shift-to-clean-energy/
9. Siemens Energy, RWE Warn of Trump Fallout in US Offshore Wind Sector. Two of the world’s biggest renewables players on Wednesday warned of challenges for the U.S. offshore wind sector under a presidency led by Donald Trump, flagging potential delays for the technology slammed by the president-elect.
https://gcaptain.com/siemens-energy-rwe-warn-of-trump-fallout-in-us-offshore-wind-sector/
https://gcaptain.com/siemens-energy-rwe-warn-of-trump-fallout-in-us-offshore-wind-sector/
10. As Hong Kong Convention Looms, BIMCO Unites Industry for Safer Ship Recycling. BIMCO, a leading shipping industry association, has launched a Ship Recycling Alliance to accelerate the implementation of safe and environmentally sound practices in the maritime sector.
https://gcaptain.com/as-hong-kong-convention-looms-bimco-unites-industry-for-safer-ship-recycling/
https://gcaptain.com/as-hong-kong-convention-looms-bimco-unites-industry-for-safer-ship-recycling/
