Maritime

ZCG-Backed Unimed Launches Telemedicine Solution to Further Enhance Technology Solutions For Maritime Medical Platform

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Monday, April 8, 2024

Universal Marine Medical Supply International (“Unimed” or the “Company”), the leading global provider of pharmaceutical and medical solutions to the maritime industry, today announced the launch of comprehensive telemedicine capabilities, further strengthening the Company’s technology-enabled maritime medical platform.

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  • Universal Marine Medical Supply International (“Unimed” or the “Company”), the leading global provider of pharmaceutical and medical solutions to the maritime industry, today announced the launch of comprehensive telemedicine capabilities, further strengthening the Company’s technology-enabled maritime medical platform.
  • Unimed’s telemedicine solution bridges this gap, providing 24/7 global access to experienced maritime doctors and nurses stationed at the Company’s medical health center in Athens, Greece.
  • The telemedicine solution is integrated into Unimed’s proprietary medScale+© digital platform, currently utilized by over 5,500 vessels through a mobile app or web browser.
  • Our telemedicine solution offers both customers and their crew members assurance of convenient access to medical care from anywhere in the world,” said Søren Andersen, CEO of Unimed.

United States LNG Bunkering Industry Report 2024-2029: Increasing Adoption as a Marine Fuel, Expansion of Bunkering Infrastructure, Evolving Regulations and Fuel Standards, Strategic Partnerships - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, April 5, 2024

Supports the development of LNG bunkering infrastructure and ensures a steady supply.

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  • Supports the development of LNG bunkering infrastructure and ensures a steady supply.
  • Technological Advancements in LNG Infrastructure:
    Innovations in bunkering vessels, storage, and transfer systems enhance efficiency and safety.
  • Increasing Adoption of LNG as a Marine Fuel:
    Shipping companies prioritize LNG for compliance with emissions regulations.
  • Evolving Regulatory Landscape and Fuel Standards:
    Stringent regulations and emission standards drive LNG adoption.

Valaris Announces Contract Suspension for Jackup VALARIS 143

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

Valaris Limited (NYSE: VAL) (“Valaris” or the “Company”) announced today that ARO Drilling (“ARO”), its joint venture in Saudi Arabia, received a notice of suspension from Aramco for one of its 19 contracted rigs, jackup VALARIS 143 (EXL I).

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  • Valaris Limited (NYSE: VAL) (“Valaris” or the “Company”) announced today that ARO Drilling (“ARO”), its joint venture in Saudi Arabia, received a notice of suspension from Aramco for one of its 19 contracted rigs, jackup VALARIS 143 (EXL I).
  • The suspension notice is for a period of up to twelve months and ARO is in discussions with Aramco to determine the effective date of the suspension.
  • During the suspension period, ARO will have the right to terminate the drilling contract with Aramco.
  • Valaris leases VALARIS 143 (EXL I) to ARO under a bareboat charter agreement.

Advent Technologies Signs Strategic Joint Development Agreement with Siemens Energy to Expedite the Decarbonization of the Maritime Sector

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

Advent Technologies Holdings, Inc., an innovation-driven leader in the fuel cell and hydrogen technology sectors, is pleased to announce that its wholly owned subsidiary, Advent Technologies A/S (“Advent”), has signed a Joint Development Agreement (“JDA”) with Siemens Energy, one of the world's leading energy technology companies.

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  • Advent Technologies Holdings, Inc., an innovation-driven leader in the fuel cell and hydrogen technology sectors, is pleased to announce that its wholly owned subsidiary, Advent Technologies A/S (“Advent”), has signed a Joint Development Agreement (“JDA”) with Siemens Energy, one of the world's leading energy technology companies.
  • The innovative clean energy solution resulting from this multi-year collaboration is expected to initially address the power needs of large yachts.
  • This agreement builds upon the strong collaboration between Advent and Siemens Energy, which began in February 2022 with the Sanlorenzo Life Ocean pilot project.
  • Advent Technologies' HT-PEM fuel cells utilizing the innovative Ion Pair™ MEA technology, offer high-temperature operation between 80°C and 240°C.

Update to 2023 K-1 Tax Packages for Genesis Energy, L.P.

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Friday, April 5, 2024

Genesis Energy, L.P. (NYSE: GEL) today announced that a revised 2023 State Schedule, included as part of the 2023 K-1 tax packages, is now available online.

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  • Genesis Energy, L.P. (NYSE: GEL) today announced that a revised 2023 State Schedule, included as part of the 2023 K-1 tax packages, is now available online.
  • This state schedule, along with a description of the update, will also be mailed to our unitholders.
  • Investors can obtain their full Schedule K-1 tax package, including the corrected state allocations, at the K-1 Tax Package Support website at www.taxpackagesupport.com/Genesis or through the K-1 Tax Information link on our website at www.genesisenergy.com .
  • Genesis’ operations are primarily located in the Gulf Coast region of the United States, Wyoming and the Gulf of Mexico.

AEVEX Aerospace to Showcase Innovative Unmanned Surface Vehicles at Sea Air Space 2024

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

AEVEX Aerospace, a leader in advanced unmanned systems, is excited to announce its participation in the upcoming Sea Air Space 2024, the nation's premier maritime exposition.

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  • AEVEX Aerospace, a leader in advanced unmanned systems, is excited to announce its participation in the upcoming Sea Air Space 2024, the nation's premier maritime exposition.
  • Visit AEVEX at Booth 1151 and Dock Booth D11 to discover the future of unmanned surface vehicles (USVs), featuring the debut of the Mako and Boat in a Box (BiB) USVs.
  • "We're proud to introduce the Mako and BiB at Sea Air Space 2024 and demonstrate AEVEX's commitment to innovation in the unmanned maritime sector," said Brian Raduenz, CEO of AEVEX Aerospace.
  • For more information or to schedule a meeting during Sea Air Space 2024, please contact Steve Stearns, [email protected] .

AECOM consortium selected to deliver Australia’s M80 Ring Road Completion

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

AECOM (NYSE: ACM), the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, today announced that the Victoria State Government has appointed AECOM, in partnership with Acciona and MACA Civil, as alliance non-owner participants to design and construct Australia's M80 Ring Road Completion between Plenty Road and the North East Link in Watsonia, Melbourne.

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  • AECOM (NYSE: ACM), the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, today announced that the Victoria State Government has appointed AECOM, in partnership with Acciona and MACA Civil, as alliance non-owner participants to design and construct Australia's M80 Ring Road Completion between Plenty Road and the North East Link in Watsonia, Melbourne.
  • AECOM will serve as the lead consultant and the only designer of the alliance and will play a central role in delivering the professional and technical services for the planning and design of permanent works.
  • “We’re excited to deliver this transformative project that will change how people move around Melbourne and deliver positive outcomes for communities and the environment,” said Mark McManamny, chief executive of AECOM’s Australia and New Zealand region.
  • In its role, AECOM will aim to achieve positive social outcomes through supplier engagement with First Nations people and businesses, as well as with people and businesses from local areas of social and economic disadvantage.

MercuryGate Named as a Challenger in the 2024 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Transportation Management Systems

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

MercuryGate® International, Inc. , (MercuryGate) the largest dedicated transportation and logistics management solutions provider, has been recognized in the Challengers Quadrant for its Ability to Execute and Completeness of Vision in the recently released Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Transportation Management Systems report.

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  • MercuryGate® International, Inc. , (MercuryGate) the largest dedicated transportation and logistics management solutions provider, has been recognized in the Challengers Quadrant for its Ability to Execute and Completeness of Vision in the recently released Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Transportation Management Systems report.
  • The reviews are provided by current customers on their usage and implementation experiences with MercuryGate’s Transportation Management System (TMS) platform.
  • Gartner, Magic Quadrant for Transportation Management Systems, Brock Johns, 27 March 2024.
  • Gartner, Gartner Peer Insights ‘Voice of the Customer’: Transportation Management Systems, Peer Contributors, February 2023.

Breakthrough’s Research Reveals Extreme Weather Is the Top Challenge for Transportation Professionals in 2024

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Both shippers and carriers named extreme weather events the top transportation challenge for 2024 amid an ongoing drought in the Panama Canal, intensified winter weather, and a highly active hurricane season.

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  • Both shippers and carriers named extreme weather events the top transportation challenge for 2024 amid an ongoing drought in the Panama Canal, intensified winter weather, and a highly active hurricane season.
  • On top of climate-related disruptions, climate change is pushing sustainability to the top of the agenda for both shippers and carriers.
  • Last year, transportation professionals were focused on reducing costs as a means to overcome volatile diesel prices.
  • Breakthrough surveyed 500 transportation leaders, including carriers and shippers, across the United States about their goals, priorities and predictions for 2024.

Alsym Energy Announces $78M Funding Round Led by Tata Limited and General Catalyst

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Alsym™ Energy , a developer of next-generation non-flammable rechargeable batteries for stationary storage, marine and mobility applications, announced a $78 million funding round jointly led by Tata Limited (a wholly-owned subsidiary of Tata Sons) and General Catalyst , a global venture capital firm.

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  • Alsym™ Energy , a developer of next-generation non-flammable rechargeable batteries for stationary storage, marine and mobility applications, announced a $78 million funding round jointly led by Tata Limited (a wholly-owned subsidiary of Tata Sons) and General Catalyst , a global venture capital firm.
  • New York-based Thrive Capital and Toronto-based Thomvest also joined in the round, as well as existing investor Drads Capital .
  • Alsym will use the funds to grow its Boston-area team and expand its prototyping and pilot lines to address increasing demand for customer samples.
  • Alsym’s first product for this market, called Alsym Green, offers significantly higher system-level energy density than other non-flammable, non-lithium battery chemistries.