Fincantieri and TUI AG have signed a MoA for two new cruise ships for Marella Cruises, worth over $2.1 billion. The ships, designed for the English market, focus on sustainability and luxury. Fincantieri will deliver them in 2030 and 2032. This marks a significant milestone for Marella Cruises.
Dutch shipbuilder Damen has teamed up with Yeoman Marine Services Pvt Ltd to build tugboats in India, challenging Vancouver’s Robert Allan Ltd. Concerns arise over the government’s favoritism towards Robert Allan. Damen will offer design expertise while Yeoman Marine will utilize modern techniques for construction.
The Kerala Maritime Board plans to introduce ROVs for underwater exploration via a PPP model with Hie Capital Technologies. The project aims to use ROVs for various tasks like marine wreck exploration and oil exploration. Training programs for ROV operators will be established to create a skilled workforce for effective operation and maintenance.
Australia’s Clive Palmer announces the Titanic II project is back on track, set to sail by 2027. The ship will replicate the original’s design with modern safety features and technology. Partnering with Deltamarin and V.Ships Leisure, Palmer aims to recreate the historic voyage experience, appealing to Titanic enthusiasts worldwide.
