The UK celebrated a major achievement with the first bunkering of an LNG dual-fuel vessel from a Scottish shipyard. Despite delays, the construction of two new Ro-Ro ferries for CalMac is close to completion. Glen Sannox’s cool-down process began in Glasgow, marking a crucial step towards its delivery, although facing challenges and political scrutiny.
Environmental activists from the Dutch branch of Extinction Rebellion caused delays for three cruise ships and an oil product tanker on August 18. The group aimed to raise awareness about climate and ecological issues, demanding an immediate end to the cruise industry. Despite police intervention, the protestors were released without arrest, allowing the vessels to proceed.
Princess Cruises and Fincantieri have agreed to delay the delivery of the new cruise ship Sun Princess just two weeks before its scheduled maiden voyage. The delay is due to “unforeseen challenges” at Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri. The 175,500 gross ton ship was part of a two-ship order placed by Carnival Corporation in July 2018.
