A Westwood Global report shows government funding and licensing delays could stop the UK from hitting its carbon capture and storage targets, and with a pair of new contracts, Saipem has added nearly US$2Bn to its ledgers

Offshore Contractors Subsea Operations

Solstad clinches new vessel contracts offshore Australia

30 Nov 2023by Martyn Wingrove

Vessel charters demonstrate offshore activity remains strong in Australia

Business & Finance Offshore Contractors Subsea Operations

OSJ Conference Middle East celebrates its first decade

27 Nov 2023by Annabel Gregori

Energy companies and offshore support vessel owners have networked for 10 years at the Dubai-based conference

Business & Finance Equipment & Services Offshore Contractors Offshore Wind Equipment & Services Offshore Wind Finance & Investment Offshore Wind Policy Offshore Wind Projects Subsea Operations

MCS expands workboat fleet with Damen newbuild

27 Nov 2023by Martyn Wingrove

Multi Cat added to meet demand for Middle East offshore activities

Business & Finance Offshore Contractors Offshore Wind Equipment & Services Shipbuilding & Design

BP prepares offshore base to support Santos drilling campaign

23 Nov 2023by Martyn Wingrove

Wilson Sons will provide its Rio Offshore supply base in Guanabara Bay

Business & Finance Equipment & Services Offshore Contractors Offshore Wind Equipment & Services Ports & Terminals

Subsea 7 clinches Brazilian deepwater contracts

22 Nov 2023by Martyn Wingrove

Shell is decommissioning the Bijupirá and Salema fields and Petrobras is developing Mero 4

Business & Finance Offshore Contractors Offshore Wind Equipment & Services Offshore Wind Projects Subsea Operations

OEG to acquire Bluestream Offshore as it drives further into renewables market

20 Nov 2023by David Foxwell

Acquisition expands company’s subsea and inspection capability and access to the European market

Offshore Contractors Offshore Wind Equipment & Services Subsea Operations

Kotug deploys offshore terminal tugs to support FPSOs

17 Nov 2023by Martyn Wingrove

Five vessels support tanker loadings at ExxonMobil’s two FPSOs offshore Guyana

Offshore Contractors Offshore Wind Equipment & Services Offshore Wind Projects Ports & Terminals

Rigs report: Exmar re-enters offshore drilling; Aramco-Valaris JV sees first jack-up delivered

16 Nov 2023by Riviera News

Belgium-headquartered Exmar has taken an 11.5% stake in Houston-based rig owner-operator Vantage Drilling, while Saudi-American joint venture ARO Drilling has taken delivery of the first of a planned 20 drillship newbuilds

Business & Finance Offshore Contractors Shipbuilding & Design

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From trade threats to climate costs

GHG rules from MEPC 83 carry a financial and political weight comparable to physical trade disruptions — yet are harder to price or predict

Ammonia Batteries & Electrical Systems Bio Products Ethanol Fuels & Lubricants Hybrid Propulsion hydrogen Int. Tug & Salvage LNG as a fuel Marine Propulsion & Auxiliary Machinery Methanol Propulsion Tug & Salvage

Emissions reduction: methanol and batteries take central stage

18 Apr 2025by Martyn Wingrove

Business & Finance Marine Propulsion Marine Propulsion & Auxiliary Machinery Shipbuilding & Design

Revitalising US shipbuilding: Congress needs to step up

17 Apr 2025by John Snyder

Air Pollution & GHG Emissions Ballast Water Management Convention Ballast Water Management Systems Ballast Water Treatment Technology EEDI / EEOI Maritime Environmental Protection Refurbishment Regulations & Compliance

Against a background of geopolitical theatre, MEPC 83 opts for rule-making

14 Apr 2025by Craig Jallal

Equipment & Services Passenger Ship Technology Passenger Shipping Ports & Terminals

Scalable shore power for passenger vessels

07 Apr 2025by Rebecca Moore

Analyst / Bank Forecasts Business & Finance Container Shipping Container Shipping & Port Technology Container Ships Financial Results Trade Routes

BIMCO: Container rates see worst first quarter in decades with 28% drop

02 Apr 2025by Niels Rasmussen

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Business & Finance offshore support Offshore Support Journal Offshore Support Vessels

Low-cost oil and gas, new nuclear to drive ‘AI arms race’

28 Mar 2025by John Snyder

Container Shipping & Port Technology Dry Cargo LNG Shipping & Terminals Regulations & Compliance Tanker Shipping & Trade Tankers

Uncovering the employment challenges and pitfalls for maritime's international workforce

27 Mar 2025by David Ashmore

Autonomous Vessels Digitalisation Int. Tug & Salvage Maritime Optimisation & Communications Tug & Salvage Tugs / Workboats

Tug owners are innovators in autonomy and automation

24 Mar 2025by Martyn Wingrove

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Maritime Environmental Protection Webinar Week

12 May 2025

BST - ONLINE

Beginning 12 May 2025, a series of webinars will focus on maritime environmental protection. These webinars aim to strike the right balance between the transmission of key information and interaction with the expert panel assembled. Registered participants will also receive copies of the webinar materials after the event. The discussion is focused, covers the advertised subjects, and delivers actionable insights to registrants.

Cyber & Vessel Security Webinar Week

12 May 2025

BST - ONLINE

In mid-May, Riviera will be holding two webinars focused on the latest developments in cyber and vessel security. Our webinars are designed to strike the right balance between the transmission of key information and interaction with the expert panel assembled. Those who register will also receive copies of webinar materials after the event. Our discussion is focused, covers the advertised subjects, and delivers actionable insights to registrants.

The illusion of safety: what we're getting wrong about crews, tech, and fatigue

13 May 2025

CET - ONLINE

The recent collision between the Solong and Stena Immaculate has reignited questions across the industry — about how crews are supported on the bridge, how fatigue is managed, and whether today’s operational models are truly fit for purpose.

While investigations are still underway, early scrutiny has turned to factors like manning levels, use of automation, navigational practices, and rest management. These themes echo growing concerns across the shipping sector: are we doing enough to empower

Responsible Ship Recycling Forum 2025

14 May 2025

London

A changing landscape – the emergence of a sustainable green ship recycling industry.
The programme brings together key stakeholders including vessel owners, ship recycling companies, cash buyers, brokers, regulatory authorities, and technology providers.

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Phone: +44 20 8364 1551
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