Maritime news . Week 47

Bridging the Smart Shipping Gap

In the maritime industry, “smart” technologies are evolving faster than crews can effectively use them. Industry leaders emphasize that the success of digitalization depends on intuitive system design, quality training, and strong cooperation between shore and ship. Modern seafarers are technically capable, but the industry lacks standardization and training that teaches them not just to press buttons, but to understand the context behind the data. In the end, technology works only when people know how to turn data into real decisions.

https://splash247.com/closing-the-gap-between-data-and-decision-machine-and-mariner/

Denmark unveils 2.8GW wind tenders

Danish authorities have launched tenders for three offshore wind areas totaling at least 2.8GW, enough to power around three million homes. The projects — North Sea Mid (1GW), Hesselø (800MW), and North Sea South (1GW) — include state-backed price guarantees to reduce market risk. Sustainability and social responsibility are key requirements, from turbine recyclability to nature-inclusive designs. Deadlines for tenders are set for spring 2026 and autumn 2028, with completion planned between 2032 and 2034.

https://splash247.com/denmark-rolls-out-new-2-8gw-offshore-wind-tender-package/

Petrofac Axes 200 Overnight

Petrofac abruptly fired about 200 UAE employees with just one day’s notice after a major offshore wind contract with TenneT was terminated.
Staff reported they were paid only until November 19 with zero clarity on notice periods or end-of-service payments.
The layoffs included project directors and senior engineers tied to a 2GW offshore wind transmission programme.
The contract cancellation pushed Petrofac into administration, with Larsen & Toubro taking over the project.

Workers now fear they will lose more than AED 27 million in unpaid gratuity.