The US has concentrated a third of its active naval forces in the Middle East.
The US has deployed approximately 33 of its 100 ships to the region. The region includes aircraft carriers, destroyers, and submarines capable of carrying up to 600 Tomahawk missiles. F-35, F-22, F/A-18, and F-15 fighter jets, KC-135 and KC-46 tankers, and two E-3 Sentry airborne early warning and control aircraft are also deployed. Negotiations between […]
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Dmytro Barinov, former deputy head of the Ukrainian Sea Ports Authority, has been appointed the new president of the Ukrainian Ports Association “Ukrport.”
The newly elected leader noted that the maritime and port industry is currently undergoing a difficult transformation due to war, blockade, shelling, and energy restrictions. According to Barinov, Ukraine’s unique experience operating within the sea corridor regime allows it to be shared with the international community.💬 “I believe that Ukrport should become a modern, professional, […]
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A bow rudder is a rare but interesting solution.
A bow rudder is a steering device mounted at the bow of a vessel, rather than in the traditional position behind the propeller. 📌 It is used infrequently and primarily for special maneuvering conditions:▪️ in strong currents along a pier▪️ when reversing the vessel▪️ in confined waters The principle is simple: the rudder is deflected […]
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Maersk’s Methanol-Powered Container Ship Becomes a LEGO Model
LEGO will release a new model of the Ane Maersk container ship, one of the world’s most advanced vessels powered by alternative fuels. The set is dedicated to the dual-fuel container ship, capable of using green methanol, and reflects the industry’s commitment to reducing emissions. 🚢 The Ane Maersk is a container ship with a […]
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The US is ending its “icebreaker shortage”: 11 new icebreakers for the Arctic – who will build them and where?
The US Coast Guard is launching a major upgrade of its Arctic fleet. Contracts have been awarded for the construction of all 11 Arctic Security Cutters, a program launched under Trump. 📝 Companies that received contracts: 🔘Davie Defense – up to 5 cutters. Two will be built at Helsinki Shipyard (Finland), and three in Texas […]
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