Aker Stord AS

Shipyards

Aker Stord AS, formerly a prominent subsidiary of Aker Solutions ASA, specialized in complex projects related to the oil and gas, energy, and maritime industries. Located in Stord, Norway, the company was integral in providing engineering, procurement, construction, and installation services. Aker Stord AS was well-regarded for its capabilities in building and maintaining offshore platforms, as well as other heavy industrial structures.

The site at Stord played a significant role in Norway's oil and gas sector, contributing to various high-profile projects in the North Sea and beyond. With extensive facilities, including large dry docks and fabrication areas, Aker Stord AS could handle both new construction and refurbishment projects.

While Aker Solutions has restructured and rebranded over the years, the legacy facilities and expertise at Stord have continued to be valuable assets within the broader framework of Aker Solutions' global operations. The emphasis remained on innovation, safety, and sustainability, aligning with the industry's evolving priorities.

It's crucial to check the most recent updates and developments from Aker Solutions for the latest information on their operations and strategic focus.

Ships

IXPLORER

Survey Ship | Flag: France | Port: MARSEILLE

TRANSOCEAN BARENTS

Column-stabilised Unit | Flag: Marshall Islands | Port: MAJURO

HANS HANSSON

Rescue Vessel | Flag: United Kingdom | Port: LONDON

Maritime News

As Subsea Comms Cable Security Comes to the Fore, FCC Mulls New Rules

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The Federal Communications Commission voted 5-0 to propose new rules governing undersea internet cables in the face of growing security concerns in the wake of two fiber-optic undersea telecommunication cables being severed in the Baltic Sea this week, which is suspected to be sabotage.The FCC eyes new rules to address the national security concerns over the global network of more than 400 subsea cables that handle more than 98% of international internet traffic."With the expansion of data centers, rise of cloud computing, and increasing bandwidth demands of new large language models, these facilities are poised to grow even more critical," FCC Chair Jessica Rosenworcel said.

Greener Fuels, Cleaner Fuels?

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This week at MarineLink…The IMO 2020 Sulfur Cap essentially ushered in a new type of fuel - VLSFO. With it came the engine problems caused by off-spec or incompatible fuels as producers grappled with the requirement for providing a sulfur content not exceeding 0.05%. As pointed out in Lloyd’s Register’s 2024 Fuel Quality Report, persistent issues involving cat fines, stability, sulfur content and flash point continue, and isolated incidents of chemical contamination are still occurring.If new, alternative fuels such as methanol cause problems onboard, they are likely to be expensive: the fuels themselves are more expensive than fossil fuels and greater volumes are required.

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Misunderstanding General Average Concepts Could Harm Offshore Operators

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At a recent seminar in London organized by the International Underwriting Association of London (IUA) and the Association of Average Adjusters (AAA), participants heard how ignoring or not fully understanding the concept of General Average (GA) when concluding charter-party contracts for offshore services could cause problems in the event of an incident or accident.Michiel Starmans, a Fellow of the AAA and Director Legal Department of the Spliethoff Group and Alf Inge Johannessen, an Associate of the AAA and Senior Claims Manager at DOF

Australia and India Talk Maritime, Renewables at G20

3 days ago

Australia will partner with India to boost investment in renewable energy, including solar manufacturing, battery and mineral processing, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said in a meeting with his Indian counterpart on the G20 sidelines.Australia and India will also look to enhance defense and maritime security cooperation, Albanese said in a meeting with India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Rio de Janeiro on Tuesday.The two countries, along with the United States and Japan, are members of the Quad, which has sought to balance China's rising military and economic clout in the Indo Pacific region.