Companies & Deals
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NYK-MISC Venture Secures Long-Term Charter for New LNG Carrier
Asia LNG Transport, a joint venture between NYK and MISC Berhad, has signed a long-term time-charter agreement with Malaysia LNG for a newbuild LNG carrier due for delivery in 2028.
15 Oct 2026 · 14:05
Navios linked to four 10,100 teu containership newbuilds at HJSC
Navios Maritime Partners has been identified by market sources as the likely buyer behind a KRW679bn contract for four containerships at South Korea’s HJ Shipbuilding & Construction, although the shipbuilder has not named the owner.
24 Sep 2026
Yangzijiang Maritime confirms 24 newbuildings and 16 options
Yangzijiang Maritime Development has confirmed orders for 24 vessels across five segments, with delivery slots running from 2028 to 2030. The Singapore-listed group also holds options for a further 16 ships.
22 Sep 2026
Hapag-Lloyd revises $4.2bn ZIM offer amid Israeli security concerns
Hapag-Lloyd is working with Israeli authorities to revise its proposed $4.2 billion cash acquisition of ZIM, seeking to address national security concerns through stronger local control, ownership restrictions and protected shipping links.
09 Sep 2026
Kongsberg Maritime Agrees to Acquire Finnish Propulsion Specialist Steerprop
Kongsberg Maritime has agreed to acquire Finnish azimuth propulsion specialist Steerprop, expanding its capabilities in the Arctic and high ice-class vessel segment. The transaction remains subject to regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions.
09 Sep 2026
Four Owners Order VINGA Product Tankers for 2028-2029 Delivery
FureBear, O.H. Meling and Älvtank have ordered four 17,999-dwt VINGA product tankers from China Merchants Jinling Shipyard. The Swedish-flagged vessels will join the Gothia Tanker Alliance following delivery in 2028 and 2029.
30 Aug 2026
SFL commits $363m to four LNG dual-fuel car carriers
SFL has ordered four 7,000 ceu LNG dual-fuel car carriers for delivery in 2029. Two vessels have secured five-year charters to an Asia-based vehicle manufacturer, while the remaining pair are still open.
29 Aug 2026
Ningbo Marine Plans Five-Vessel Bulker Expansion
Ningbo Marine has approved plans for five bulk carrier newbuildings in China, potentially adding 342,000 dwt to its fleet renewal programme. Together with four ultramaxes already lined up, the company’s prospective dry bulk orderbook could reach nine vessels and 598,000 dwt.
27 Aug 2026