Westwood Global Energy Group (Westwood), a specialist energy market research and consultancy firm, has appointed Cinnamon Edralin to its RigLogix team as Americas Research Director.

Advanced Ocean Systems (AOS), a US-based Small Business offering autonomous and remote systems development capabilities to the ocean industry, has announced the acquisition of Ocean Specialists, Inc. (OSI), effective January 1, 2024. OSI joins SeaRobotics and Okeanus Science & Technology under the AOS umbrella.

Danelec is extending its longstanding partnership with Franman to also promote its growing digital offerings and expand its presence in Greece further.

Interocean Marine Services (Interocean), the specialist provider of support services to the offshore, energy, marine and renewable sectors, has kicked off 2024 with the announcements of a new Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) and Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Miros, leading experts for real-time IoT wave and current monitoring solutions, is pleased to report further expansion of its Sea-State-as-a-Service offering.

Oceaneering announces that its Subsea Robotics segment has achieved a new milestone, successfully completing its first onshore piloting of a remotely operated vehicle (ROV) from an onshore remote operation center (OROC) in Macaé, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

C-Kore Systems, a UK based company specializing in subsea testing tools, has rounded off an excellent 2023. With a healthy order book for 2024, C-Kore is looking to expand their Sales Team, basing the new staff in Aberdeen, UK.

Dominion Energy, Inc. announced an agreement to sell a 50% noncontrolling interest in the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind commercial project (CVOW) to Stonepeak through the formation of an offshore wind partnership. Under the terms of the agreement, Dominion Energy will retain full operational control of the construction and operations of CVOW.

MOL Chemical Tankers Pte. Ltd. (MOLCT) and Fairfield-Maxwell Ltd. announced that they have secured all of the necessary regulatory approvals and that MOLCT has completed its acquisition of all of the shares of Fairfield Chemical Carriers Pte. Ltd. with an effective date of March 1, 2024, in an all-cash transaction for about US$400 million.

The Xeneta Shipping Index (XSI^®) has posted its biggest global increase in 18 months—just days before many US shippers begin negotiations over new long-term contracts.

Henrik Helsinghof will return to VIKING as CEO in June to ensure a continuity of leadership.

Manta Marine Technologies, formerly known as Yara Marine Technologies (YMT), unveils their new brand and leadership team, following its recent acquisition by Geneva-based Okapi Supply Trading Advisory SA. These changes mark a new era for the company, which intends to expand its existing customer relationships and strong product portfolio to help the maritime industry meet its aims of GHG emission reduction.

DWTEK represents Taiwan's subsea industry and will align with international experts and professionals this year, bringing you the techs and products that reflect their accumulated 16 years of experience and knowledge. You might want to check their underwater thrusters and connectors at Oceanology International (OI) in London at booth J301.

International subsea specialist Sulmara is expanding its offer with the launch of a new suite of services to reduce the risks clients face in subsea operations – and help them meet their net zero targets.

JERA Co., Inc. (JERA) announced it entered into a sale and purchase agreement with Woodside Energy Group Ltd. (Woodside), a major Australian energy company, to acquire a 15.1% participating interest in the Scarborough gas field development project (the Project). The total consideration of the acquisition of the Project is estimated to be approximately $1.4 billion, which comprises the purchase price and reimbursement to Woodside for JERA’s share of expenditure incurred up to completion. Completion of the transaction is subject to conditions, including obtaining permits and approvals.

Aqua Comms, a leading provider of global subsea connectivity services, has announced that Jim Fagan, who served as the CEO, is leaving the business with immediate effect. Andy Hudson, the company’s Chief Network Officer is now the acting CEO, and Chairman Alan Harper will continue to provide commercial and strategic assistance to the business through the remainder of 2024.