Milestones

Apollo, a leading UK-based engineering, and energy advisory consultancy is announcing the appointment of Richard Dinsdale as the new Head of Energy Transition. Richard's expertise and commitment to advancing clean energy initiatives will be instrumental in driving Apollo's mission towards a sustainable future.

Damen Services Canada recently celebrated the opening of a new service center in Victoria, BC Canada. Damen Services began operations in Canada in 2019 to provide warranty support for delivered vessels. The new office provides the opportunity to expand with a wider range of vessel support in North America, including parts sales, technical support, and maintenance services.

Austal Limited (Austal) is pleased to announce that the Austal USA Board of Directors has appointed Michelle Kruger President of Austal USA. Michelle has been Interim President since July 2023 and assumes the permanent role immediately.

Kraken Robotics Inc. (Kraken) announces that effective April 23, Peter A. Hunter has been appointed Chairman of the Company’s Board of Directors. Mr. Hunter joined Kraken’s Board in November of 2023 and is the founder, Chairman, and Managing Partner of Artemis Capital Partners, L.P., a Boston-based specialized private equity firm focused on differentiated industrial technology manufacturers.

Vestdavit is reaping the benefits of its strategic location in the Netherlands with its Dutch subsidiary boosting revenue by 50% last year as the regional business grows on the back of increasing aftersales and davit commissioning work on newbuilds.

Damen Shipyards Group is launching a pilot project in which a small tug will be dismantled at Damen Shiprepair Rotterdam’s Botlek site in a circular way and entirely in line with the EU regulations. The project will serve as a trial, after which this approach of ‘green’ ship dismantling and recycling will be made available commercially, and also for larger vessels.

Elliott Bay Design Group (EBDG) and Dakota Creek Industries (DCI) have delivered a state-of-the-art oil spill response barge for operation in the coastal waters of Alaska. The barge, named ALLISON CREEK, is specifically designed to meet the rigorous requirements in Prince William Sound. ALLISON CREEK has a capacity of 13,600 barrels, an overall length of 200', beam of 42', depth of 16' and is outfitted with a deck crane and on-deck houses to store emergency response equipment.

Saildrone has released its first annual Carbon Impact Report, a detailed assessment of the company’s carbon emissions and the emissions avoided through the utilization of its innovative uncrewed surface vehicles (USVs). This report confirms Saildrone’s commitment to driving sustainability and protecting marine ecosystems and showcases the positive environmental impact of the company’s operations.

OEG Energy Group Limited (OEG) a leading offshore solutions business, is pleased to announce that OEG Renewable Energy Inc (OEGR) has signed a multi-year framework agreement with Ørsted for their Northeastern US offshore wind projects. The multi-year agreement gives OEGR’s topside division exclusivity for all temporary power scopes Ørsted have during commissioning on their projects.

The National Ocean Industries Association announces that LLOG and SLB are winners of the 2024 NOIA Safety in Seas Award Competition. LLOG is the Culture of Safety winner while SLB won the Safety Practice award.

The National Ocean Industries Association (NOIA) Board of Directors has elected Jonathan Landes, President, Subsea of TechnipFMC, as the NOIA Chair for the 2024-2025 term. Joe Leimkuhler, Chief Operating Officer of Beacon Offshore Energy, was elected as the 2024-2025 Vice Chair. Jon and Joe were confirmed in their positions during the NOIA Board of Directors meeting this morning. In a separate press release, NOIA announced the Executive Committee and Board of Directors positions for the 2024-2025 term.

The Shareholders’ Meeting held on April 18, 2024, confirmed the appointment of Massimo Battaini as Prysmian’s new Chief Executive Officer and General Manager. This marks the entering into force of the new organizational structure, aimed at supporting the Group’s strategic plan and value creation.