Fugro UST21 completes work for Ørsted on South Korea’s largest offshore wind project

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October 27, 2025

Fugro UST21 has completed offshore geotechnical site investigations for Ørsted’s 1.4 GW Incheon offshore wind project in early August 2025, located approximately 70 km off the coast of Incheon, South Korea.

Fugro’s Geo-data will support the design of foundations and cable routes across the whole development area of Incheon offshore wind project. The work covers a comprehensive scope of marine geotechnical services, including seabed cone penetration testing, downhole sampling, pressure metre testing, and laboratory analysis.

“We are proud to support Ørsted in launching South Korea’s largest offshore wind project,” said Robert Shapcott, General Manager, Fugro UST21. “Our work will provide the critical Geo-data needed to inform safe and efficient foundation design, helping Ørsted deliver on its sustainability commitments and local economic development goals.”

“We would like to extend our sincere thanks to Fugro for their exceptional contribution to the Incheon offshore wind project. Their technical expertise and dedication to safety and quality, and careful consideration of all stakeholders, have played a vital role in the success of this campaign. We truly value their expertise and the professionalism they brought to the project,” said Kasper Mortensen, Ørsted’s Site Investigation Project Manager.

Woodside announces Louisiana LNG partnership with Williams

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October 26, 2025

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The strategic partnership involves the sale by Woodside of a 10% interest in Louisiana LNG LLC (HoldCo) and an 80% interest and operatorship of Driftwood Pipeline LLC (PipelineCo) to Williams for a purchase price of US$250 million at the effective date of 1 January 2025. The total proceeds received are $378 million including proportionate capital reimbursement since the effective date.

The transaction represents the next key stage towards realising Woodside’s strategy for Louisiana LNG. It not only secures capital and offtake commitments but also brings a strong strategic partner with complementary capabilities in US natural gas infrastructure and an existing gas sourcing platform, Sequent Energy Management (Sequent).

Williams will contribute its share of the capital expenditure for the LNG facility and pipeline, of approximately $1.9 billion. As part of the investment in Louisiana LNG, Williams assumes LNG offtake obligations for 10% of produced volumes.

Williams currently operates more than 33,000 miles of pipeline across 24 states in the US and its Sequent platform has a marketing and optimisation footprint of more than 7 Bcf/d. It will utilise its extensive pipeline experience to construct and operate the Line 200 pipeline to the Louisiana LNG Terminal.

Leveraging the established Sequent platform and capabilities, a gas supply team will operationalise and optimise daily gas sourcing and balancing in accordance with Louisiana LNG’s gas procurement strategy.

Sequent’s proven gas marketing and asset optimisation expertise will support reliable feedgas supply for the benefit of all Louisiana LNG participants.

Woodside CEO Meg O’Neill welcomed Williams to the Louisiana LNG Project.

“We are excited to have Williams join us as a strategic partner in Louisiana LNG given its leadership in US natural gas infrastructure and ability to add value and deliver operational benefits to enhance the project.

“This is Williams’ first investment in LNG and its participation in Louisiana LNG is a testament to the quality of the project.

“The bringing together of Woodside’s proven track record in developing and operating LNG facilities and global marketing, and Williams’ expertise in pipelines and gas sourcing, creates an energy partnership that has the combined capability to realise opportunities for long-term global energy demand.

“With strong LNG contracting momentum from Louisiana LNG and our portfolio, our existing infrastructure partner New York-based Stonepeak, and our key contracting partners including Bechtel, Baker Hughes and Chart, we are on track to deliver first LNG in 2029 and create long-term value for our shareholders.”

President and CEO of Williams Chad Zamarin expressed enthusiasm for the partnership.

“This transaction marks an important step forward in Williams’ wellhead to water strategy – integrating upstream, midstream, marketing and LNG capabilities to deliver the cleanest, most reliable energy to global markets. We look forward to partnering with Woodside, and together, reinforcing and strengthening our collective roles as trusted providers of sustainable energy solutions that meet growing global demand.”

Transaction details

Williams will hold 10% equity in Louisiana LNG LLC (HoldCo), with the remaining 90% of HoldCo currently owned by Woodside.

HoldCo owns 60% equity in Louisiana LNG Infrastructure LLC (InfraCo), with the remainder being owned by Stonepeak.

Williams will hold 80% equity in Driftwood Pipeline LLC (PipelineCo) and manage construction and operations of the Line 200 pipeline. Woodside will own the remaining 20%.

HoldCo will continue to lead the gas procurement strategy and execute agreements greater than 12 months.

Leveraging the established Sequent platform and capabilities, a gas supply team will operationalise and optimise daily gas sourcing and balancing in accordance with HoldCo’s gas procurement strategy.

Optimisation value created is distributed to HoldCo. The team will be Williams-led and include secondees and oversight from Woodside.

Keihin Dock signs agreement with Oceanic Constellations

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October 25, 2025

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On October 17, NYK’s Group company Keihin Dock Co., Ltd. (Keihin Dock) signed a joint demonstration agreement with Oceanic Constellations Inc. (OC), an ocean-tech startup headquartered in Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture.

The agreement seeks to establish a mass-production system for small unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) and accelerate the development of innovative solutions to tackle industry-wide marine challenges in Japan.

OC is committed to implementing a world-first approach to consistent ocean monitoring by deploying multiple USVs equipped with sensors and communication networks — an initiative they call “Oceanic Constellations”. Creating a reliable mass-production system for small USVs is central to realizing this advanced ocean infrastructure, which enables ocean surveillance, data collection, communication capability, and more.

As the only shipyard in the NYK Group, Keihin Dock has led research and development for next-generation, environment-friendly vessels. Past achievements include constructing the world’s first commercial ammonia-fueled vessel, Sakigake, and other future-ready ship designs. By combining Keihin Dock’s proven shipbuilding and repair expertise with OC’s digital engineering capabilities, the collaboration aims to deliver Japan’s first USV mass-production system, paving the way for real-world applications.

Newly built USVs are expected to contribute to not only supporting solutions for marine environmental challenges but also NYK’s offshore reusable rocket recovery system. Since establishing its Advanced Tech and Space Business Development Team in April 2023, NYK has committed to leveraging its maritime knowledge and operational experience to pursue new lines of business, including offshore rocket launches and recovery. In June of this year, NYK and OC signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on NYK’s offshore reusable rocket recovery system (see related information), further strengthening this strategic relationship.

ABP to invest £15 million to bring forward new industrial open storage sites in Cardiff and Newport

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October 22, 2025

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Associated British Ports (ABP) has announced an investment of £15 million to unlock over 40 acres of industrial open storage land across its ports in Cardiff and Newport.

This marks the start of an exciting new strategy to make ABP the go-to landlord for open storage, with a vast choice across its 21 ports and all four corners of the UK.

Helen Thomas, ABP’s Head of Property, commented:

“ABP is more than a port operator, we’re a strategic landowner and commercial landlord with over 2,000 acres of land in Wales, the second largest landowner in Wales and offering unmatched access to South Wales’ industrial heartlands and the M4 corridor.”

The investment will bring forward four key sites, with the first available in Q1 2026. These sites include:

Queens Road South and Longships Road at the Port of Cardiff
Atlantic Terminal and West Way Road at the Port of Newport

These locations are ideally suited for sectors such as steel, renewables, aggregates, and logistics, and benefit from direct access to ABP’s port infrastructure, road and rail links, and on-site security.

Helen Thomas, added:

“Our sites are in high demand, and that tells us that the market is hungry for quality, well-connected space.

“This investment marks a significant milestone in ABP’s commitment to supporting South Wales’ industrial and logistics sectors.”

Occupiers will benefit from 24/7 on-site security and multimodal access via road, rail, and sea. ABP’s South Wales ports also offer high-specification equipment for handling bulk and break-bulk cargoes, supported by a team of experienced stevedores.

Jeff Gibb, Lead Property Asset Manager at ABP also highlighted ABP’s collaborative landlord approach: “We take pride in working closely with occupiers to flex and expand their space as business needs evolve.

“Over the past 12 months, ABP has helped several tenants relocate, consolidate, and grow within our Welsh portfolio.”

Kate Openshaw, Associate – Industrial and Logistics at JLL, said:

“ABP’s investment represents a significant opportunity for the South Wales industrial and logistics market.

“We’re seeing strong demand for open storage across the UK – it’s emerging as a distinct asset class due to constrained supply and growing occupier requirements for surfaced, secure and accessible open storage land close to major road networks with rail and port access.

“ABP’s investment in South Wales sets a new benchmark for the sector, offering occupiers a rare combination of scale, readiness, and strategic location with multimodal connectivity.”

Daimler Truck, HHLA and Kawasaki Heavy Industries launch strategic partnership

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October 22, 2025

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Daimler Truck AG (Daimler Truck), Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA), and Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd. have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the international trade fair “Hydrogen Technology World Expo” in Hamburg.

This collaboration is designed to enable the import of liquid hydrogen from hydrogen-producing countries to Germany, reinforcing Hamburg’s role as a hub for sustainable energy logistics. Over the coming months, the partners will assess the logistical requirements for transshipment and onward transport by road and rail. The initiative also seeks to attract additional companies and institutions to form a consortium that spans the entire hydrogen value chain.

Dr. Andreas Gorbach, Member of the Board of Management Daimler Truck and Head of Truck Technology:

“Europe will continue to rely on green energy imports in the future and hydrogen will play a key role here. The partnership is an important step in this direction, and we will need more initiatives like this to strengthen Europe’s position as a leader in liquid hydrogen. What makes it special is that our Mercedes-Benz GenH2 Truck can not only be powered by liquid green hydrogen – the truck can also transport it via road. And the best thing about it: Hydrogen allows us to increase the speed of decarbonization – and reduce the scope and cost of the already slow expansion of the power grid.”

Annette Walter, Chief Financial Officer, Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA):

“Hydrogen is one of the keys to a climate-neutral future – and we at HHLA are committed to actively shaping this transformation. Liquid hydrogen plays a central role in this, as it can be transported independently of pipelines – a decisive advantage for mobility, logistics, aviation, and especially for small and medium-sized companies. Our goal is to reliably supply the industry with hydrogen via our European logistics network.”

Kei Nomura, Executive Central Manager, Hydrogen Strategy Division, Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.:

“Liquid hydrogen is a vital key to realizing a sustainable energy society, and we have long been committed to building the technological foundation to support it. We are very pleased to be working with HHLA and Daimler Truck to explore the feasibility of establishing an international supply chain for liquid hydrogen in Europe, starting with Hamburg. Kawasaki Heavy Industries possesses proven technologies and experience in the production, storage, transportation, and reception of liquid hydrogen. We will leverage this expertise to contribute to the development of a hydrogen supply network in Europe. Going forward, we remain committed to expanding the use of liquid hydrogen through global partnerships and accelerating the transition to a decarbonized society.”

Unique innovative technologies developed in Latvia presented at Kundziņsala

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October 22, 2025

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At the opening of the region’s largest technology forum, Techritory, autonomous marine drones and boats developed in Latvia, air and land drones, as well as unique data transmission platforms using technology integration and secure data transmission in the 5G network were presented to participants and foreign media representative.

These products and technological solutions significantly improve the efficiency of maritime and port operations, as well as promote port safety and sustainability both on water and on land. Furthermore, these technologies showcase the ability of Latvian companies to create innovative products and solutions with significant export potential.

The purpose of the event was to demonstrate how smart technologies – private 5G networks, IoT (Internet of Things) solutions, autonomous systems, and real-time data exchange – are being transformed from pilot projects into full-scale products of Latvian companies.

The demo day took place at the Baltic Container Terminal (BCT) in the Port of Riga, where the first private 5G network in the Baltics, created by LMT, is in operation. During the event, LMT presented the capabilities of the private 5G network, ensuring data transmission at the terminal, as well as the use of IoT sensors and cameras for company security and operational efficiency.

In the framework of the event the LMT 5G Core solution was presented, highlighting the possibility of installing LMT 5G Core aboard ships, ensuring real-time transfer of large amounts of data and uninterrupted 5G connectivity at sea. This technology is the basis for the first known 5G connectivity solution at sea, which LMT demonstrated in the Port of Riga in the summer of 2024 in cooperation with LVR Flote. Last year, the project “Continuous 5G Connectivity Solution in the Baltic Sea” received the prestigious International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH) Sustainability Award in the “Digitalization” category.

Using the capabilities of LVR Flote’s new multifunctional vessel LAURA, the delivery and launching of floating drones and autonomous vessels was demonstrated in cooperation with partners. The equipment on board the LAURA makes it possible not only large objects to be moved, lifted and immersed into the water, but also unmanned vessels, thus ensuring flexible, multimodal maritime services. The technical capabilities and equipment of the vessel open up opportunities for the port technical service provider LVR Flote to form new partnerships and offer innovative services, including to the national defence sector.

LVR Flote boasted modern and effective hydrographic or depth measurement option using the Baltic’s first floating unmanned vehicle or drone USV OTTER and 5G capabilities, which can transmit and process large amounts of measurement data in real time. To improve the data processing, LVR Flote is also collaborating with RTU to develop and implement automation tools for filtering measurement data. This approach to hydrographic surveying saves time, reduces fuel consumption and human resource involvement, and improves accuracy and service delivery efficiency.

Meanwhile, the autonomous boat SPARK Bot, created by Spark Technologies, is a fully electric, composite-material vessel with an AI vision and navigation system that enables real-time decision making. SPARK Bot is capable of performing tasks on water without human presence, reducing risk in dangerous situations, saving resources, and improving data accuracy and work efficiency. During the demonstration, the boat was controlled from a remote control centre at RTU, operating autonomously according to GPS coordinates while fulfilling the assigned mission. SPARK Bot is designed as an open technology platform and can be adapted to the needs of various industries – security and defence, environmental monitoring, port infrastructure surveying and navigation support, as well as rescue operations and goods transportation.

Jan De Nul launches largest cable-laying vessel in the world

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October 22, 2025

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Jan De Nul launches its newest cable-laying vessel: the Fleeming Jenkin. The company will use it to install subsea cables for the transmission of renewable energy.

The launch took place by flooding the dry dock at the CMHI Haimen shipyard in China. The final vessel construction phase now begins, including sea trials.

Wouter Vermeersch, Director Subsea Cables Offshore Energy at Jan De Nul, said:

“The Fleeming Jenkin combines all the cable installation expertise we have built up over the past fifteen years. The entire vessel and the technologies on board were designed by our in-house specialists. The result is a vessel that operates very efficiently, reducing both the cost price and the ecological footprint of our projects.”

Once operational, the Fleeming Jenkin will immediately start her first assignment: the 2GW Program by TenneT, the grid operator for the Netherlands and large parts of Germany. This 2GW Program introduces a new generation of offshore grid connection systems that can each transmit up to two gigawatts. This is more than double the capacity of existing connections, usually between 700 and 900 megawatts. For comparison, an average nuclear power plant typically generates between 1 and 1.6 gigawatts. Fleeming Jenkin will install export cables on four of these 2GW connections, bundling and laying four cables together. This results in a total of more than 2,800 kilometres of cable being installed over a distance of more than 700 kilometres.

The global demand for subsea energy infrastructure is high. According to the European Network of Transmission System Operators for Electricity, around 400 billion euros will need to be spent by 2050 to build Europe’s transmission infrastructure for offshore energy, supporting Europe’s goal of 355 gigawatts of installed offshore wind capacity for renewable energy1.

These investments are essential to make renewable energy reliable. Wind and solar production must match consumer demand, so energy must be transferred efficiently. Subsea cables play a crucial role, bringing energy ashore and linking grids across countries and regions to balance shortages and surpluses.

Wouter Vermeersch, Director Subsea Cables Offshore Energy at Jan De Nul, said:
“The Fleeming Jenkin and her twin vessel William Thomson are the best vessels on the market for installing interconnection cables that connect energy grids over longer distances. These connections are crucial for building a reliable energy network based on renewable energy.”

Wärtsilä and TMS Cardiff Gas renew LNG carrier lifecycle agreements

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October 22, 2025

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Technology group Wärtsilä and TMS Cardiff Gas have renewed their existing Lifecycle Agreement, covering the 2-stroke main engines onboard seven LNG Carrier vessels, for a further five years. The agreement is designed to ensure the vessels’ maximum operational reliability by enabling flexible maintenance scheduling and optimising time between overhauls (TBO). The renewed order was booked by Wärtsilä in Q3 2025.

LNG carrier operators must navigate regulatory, environmental, and geopolitical challenges, along with intense competition from oversupply. This creates pressure to deliver on time while also remaining adaptable.

“In a competitive market, unplanned downtime is costly. The agreement’s combination of technology, high-quality spare parts delivery and expert support means we can continue to strengthen the operational reliability of these vessels, ensuring we can meet rising global LNG demand and tight delivery schedules,” says Alexandros Politis-Kalenteris, Deputy COO, TMS Cardiff Gas.

The seven vessels each operate with two WinGD 5X72DF dual-fuel two stroke engines and Wärtsilä gas valve units. The scope of the agreement includes Wärtsilä’s Dynamic Maintenance Planning service, which will provide flexible maintenance scheduling with extended maintenance intervals and reduced spare parts consumption, 24/7 remote operational support, as well as contract management. It also includes Expert Insight, Wärtsilä’s unique predictive maintenance service that uses real-time vessel data to detect potential issues.

“Maximising uptime while ensuring safety, flexibility and reliability is critical for operators,” comments Stefan Wiik, Vice President, Parts and Field Service, Wärtsilä Marine. “Our advanced digital solutions and lifecycle support empower our customers to achieve operational excellence and maximise the availability of their assets.”

TMS Cardiff Gas, established in 2011, is an operator and manager, with a fleet of 20 modern Gas Carriers. TMS Cardiff Gas is part of TMS which manages more than 140 ships across the LNG, LPG, Oil/Chemicals, Dry Bulk and Container sectors.

Fugro completes site investigations for TenneT’s offshore grid connection projects

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October 22, 2025

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Fugro has completed comprehensive land and marine site investigations for TenneT Germany, a leading European transmission system operator, to support the development of the LanWin1 and LanWin2 offshore grid connection projects.

These projects are part of TenneT Germany’s 2 GW programme, a major initiative that aims to connect at least 14 offshore connection systems to the onshore electricity grid, delivering clean energy to up to 35 million European households.

The LanWin2 cable route required a range of onshore and nearshore investigation activities to support project development. Fugro’s new GroundIQ® service enabled low-impact geophysical surveys, including electrical resistivity profiling and patented 3D ambient noise tomography, a technique that uses naturally occurring vibrations to map subsurface conditions without intrusive methods. The geotechnical phase involved borehole drilling and cone penetration testing (CPT) at 15 locations, including four in nearshore intertidal zones. Fugro’s ARAN® 250 jack-up platform was specially configured for shallow operations, reducing seabed disturbance and minimising environmental impact in these sensitive areas.

At sea, Fugro deployed four specialist survey vessels to meet TenneT Germany’s need for detailed engineering data to guide cable routing and installation. The Fugro Frontier, Fugro Pioneer, and Scotia conducted geophysical, unexploded ordnance, and electromagnetic crossing surveys for both LanWin1 and LanWin2. Shallow geotechnical investigations were carried out by the Fugro Resolve using Blue Snake®, Fugro’s innovative geotechnical system that integrates CPT and sampling technology to acquire high-quality data safely and efficiently in a single deployment.

The Geo-data from the land, nearshore and offshore investigations will be delivered to TenneT Germany through Virgeo®, Fugro’s secure cloud-based platform. These findings will provide insights to guide cable design, routing, and installation planning, helping ensure the long-term reliability and environmental integrity of the grid connection infrastructure.

“Contributing to a project of this scale allows us to demonstrate how high-quality Geo-data can drive smarter, more sustainable infrastructure decisions,” said Jaco Stemmet, Fugro’s Regional Business Line Director for Land. “Our integrated site investigation approach, combining land and marine expertise with environmentally sensitive operations, will help support the successful delivery of LanWin1 and LanWin2 and contribute to Europe’s sustainable energy future.”

Saipem strengthens offshore drilling order intake

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October 21, 2025

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Saipem has strengthened its offshore drilling order intake with new contract awards and extensions worth a total amount of approximately 135 million USD, further reinforcing its presence in key strategic areas such as West Africa, the Mediterranean, and the Far East.

The Santorini, a seventh-generation drillship, will continue operations in Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire respectively on behalf of Eni Ghana Exploration & Production Limited and Eni Côte d’Ivoire Limited, ensuring continuity of activities ahead of the next drilling campaign in the Mediterranean Sea.

In addition, the Deep Value Driller, a seventh-generation drillship managed by Saipem under a bareboat charter agreement, has completed its operations in Ghana on behalf of Eni Ghana Exploration & Production Limited and will be employed for a new project in Indonesia for Eni Ganal Deepwater Limited, with activities expected to commence by the end of the year.

The Scarabeo 9, having recently completed a successful drilling campaign in Egypt for Burullus Gas Company, an Egyptian oil and gas company active in offshore gas production, has started operations in Libya under a new contract with Eni North Africa BV, that will keep the rig active until early 2026.