Portland Port in the UK held a naming ceremony for two new vessels, the tug Wyke Castle and the pilot boat Silverwell. The multi-million-pound investment in the new boats for the Portland Harbour Authority follows the opening of a £26 million ($33.8 million) new deepwater berth in 2023. The Wyke Castle is an azimuth stern drive (ASD) tug with a top… Read More
State-of-the-art automation redefining dredging LJ Inc.’s latest dredge, set to be commissioned in 2025, showcases just how far technology has come since its early days in mining. The company’s newest dredge runs operator-free, thanks to advanced automation that enhances safety and efficiency on the water. According to LJ, its focus remains on removing miners from hazardous… Read More
Russian shipbuilder the R-Flot Group of Companies has begun construction of two new dredgers in a series for local shipowner State Transport Leasing Company (STLC). The multi-functional suction dredgers will belong to the Project 2040 series, the first example of which was delivered to STLC in September 2024. Delivery of these newer vessels is scheduled for 2027…. Read More
Summary Trump administration in biggest maritime push in decades China’s global ports seen as strategic risk in time of war Beijing says follows framework of international law LONDON – U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration is on a mission to weaken China’s global network of ports and bring more strategic terminals under Western control, according to… Read More
Synopsis China’s military modernization is rapidly advancing, demonstrated by the Fujian aircraft carrier’s transit through the Taiwan Strait. The nation boasts the world’s largest navy and is significantly expanding its air force and ground forces with modern equipment. Increased defense spending and a growing nuclear arsenal underscore China’s ambition to become a dominant global power…. Read More
