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USACE awards $113.8 million contract to J.F. Brennan for invasive carp deterrents at Brandon road project

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has awarded a $113.8 million contract to J.F. Brennan Company for leading-edge invasive carp deterrents as part of the Brandon Road Interbasin Project in Illinois. The award completes Increment I of the ecosystem restoration effort.

United States | 2 days ago

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CoreMarine and Jumbo Offshore win contract for FLNG mooring installation in Argentina

CoreMarine and Jumbo Offshore have secured a contract from Southern Energy S.A. to transport, install, and hook up soft-yoke mooring systems for two FLNG vessels in Golfo San Matías. The project supports Argentina’s gas export expansion, with installations scheduled for 2027 and 2028.

2 days ago • Argentina

Ports & Shipping

India partners with KOICA to build shipbuilding talent pipeline under Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047

India has formalised a collaboration with KOICA to strengthen workforce capabilities in shipbuilding and marine engineering. The initiative focuses on skill mapping, training frameworks, and institutional capacity, supporting long-term ambitions to enhance competitiveness in global maritime manufacturing.

2 days ago • India;Korea (South)

Ports & Shipping

African Development Bank commissions hybrid ferry to modernise Gambia river transport

The African Development Bank has financed a $20.56 million green ferry under the Banjul Port Expansion Project, commissioning the hybrid vessel to connect Gambia's North and South Banks. The Barra Ferry, capable of carrying 1,000 passengers and 50 vehicles, supports climate-resilient transport and reduces emissions.

2 days ago • Gambia

Ports & Shipping

Ramky Infrastructure secures INR 14.02 billion EPC contract for Dighi Port Industrial Area development

Ramky Infrastructure has finalized an agreement with Maharashtra Industrial Township Limited to develop Phase 1 of the Dighi Port Industrial Area. Valued at INR 14.02 billion, the project encompasses end-to-end engineering and construction services within the Delhi Mumbai Industrial Corridor, aimed at enhancing regional industrial logistics and utility frameworks.

2 days ago • India

Ports & Shipping

OceanPact moves to integrate CBO operations in strategic maritime services consolidation

OceanPact and CBO have agreed to combine their businesses through a corporate restructuring that will integrate CBO’s holding company into OceanPact, subject to regulatory and shareholder approvals. The merged entity is expected to operate a fleet of 73 vessels with annual revenue exceeding USD 778 million and a backlog of USD 2.7 billion.

2 days ago • Brazil

Ports & Shipping

Maersk subsidiary takes minority stake in Saudi Arabia’s Jeddah container terminal

APM Terminals, part of Maersk, has acquired a 37.5% stake in the South Container Terminal at Jeddah Islamic Port, joining UAE-based DP World, which retains 62.5% control. The partnership is expected to enhance regional logistics capabilities and support trade flows across Asia, Europe, and Africa.

2 days ago • Saudi Arabia

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Energy & Power | 2 days ago

EBRD approves USD 65 million for Egypt’s solar-plus-storage infrastructure project

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development has committed USD 65 million to finance a hybrid 200 MW solar plant and 120 MWh battery storage facility in Aswan, Egypt. This initiative, developed by HAU Energy, marks a critical step in stabilizing the national grid while advancing the country's transition toward a low-carbon energy infrastructure.

Infrastructure | 2 days ago

USACE awards $113.8 million contract to J.F. Brennan for invasive carp deterrents at Brandon road project

Energy & Power | 2 days ago

CoreMarine and Jumbo Offshore win contract for FLNG mooring installation in Argentina

Government & Policy | 2 days ago

NASA awards $76m data science contract to Development Seed for Marshall space flight center

NASA has selected Development Seed for a $76 million indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract to provide R&D services to the Office of Data Science and Informatics at Marshall Space Flight Center. The contract includes a two-year base period with three one-year options through June 2031.