ASTILLEROS BALENCIAGA, S.A.

Shipyards

Astilleros Balenciaga, S.A. is a Spanish shipbuilding company with a long-standing history in the maritime industry. Established in 1921 and based in the town of Zumaia in the Basque Country, the company specializes in the design and construction of a variety of vessels, from fishing boats to sophisticated offshore support and research vessels. Over the years, Astilleros Balenciaga has built a reputation for high-quality craftsmanship, innovative design, and adherence to strict regulatory standards.

Key offerings and capabilities of Astilleros Balenciaga include:

Custom Shipbuilding: They design and build vessels tailored to the specific needs of their clients, ensuring efficiency, safety, and performance.

Technological Innovation: The company integrates advanced technology solutions in their vessels, including modern propulsion systems, navigation equipment, and eco-friendly features.

Quality and Standards: Astilleros Balenciaga complies with international maritime regulations and quality standards, making them a preferred choice for clients around the globe.

Project Management: They offer comprehensive project management services, covering everything from initial design and engineering to final construction and outfitting.

The company's extensive experience and expertise make it a prominent player in the European shipbuilding industry.

Ships

ESNAAD 710

Standby Ship | Flag: United Arab Emirates | Port: ABU DHABI

Maritime News

European Ports Slow to Install Shore Power

58 minutes ago

Most European ports are lagging in installing the shore-side electrical infrastructure needed for ships to switch from highly polluting marine fuel to cleaner electricity while docked, a new study showed on Tuesday.European Union environmental rules have set a 2030 deadline for maritime ports to install the infrastructure to provide what is known as onshore power supply (OPS).To assess their roll-out, Brussels-based NGO Transport & Environment (T&E) commissioned a study covering 31 European ports.Findings show that just one in five of the required power supply connections have been installed or contracted so far, with slow uptake across most ports.

Search Called Off for Crew Missing from Eternity C

2 days ago

Maritime agencies Diaplous and Ambrey said on Sunday they had ended their search for the remaining crew of the Eternity C cargo ship that was attacked by Yemen's Houthi militants last week.The decision was made at the request of the vessel's owner, both agencies said.The Liberia-flagged, Greek-operated Eternity C sank on Wednesday morning following attacks over two consecutive days, according to sources at security companies involved in the rescue operation.Ten of the ship's complement of 22 crew and three guards were rescued. The remaining 15 are considered missing, including five who are believed to be dead, maritime security sources said.

Vard, Inkfish Sign Shipbuilding Contract for New Research Vessel

4 days ago

Vard, the Norwegian subsidiary of the Group and one of the world's leading builders of specialized vessels, has signed a new contract with the US research organization Inkfish for the design and construction of an advanced research vessel. The deal is valued at over USD$233 million (€200 million).The custom-built research vessel, designated Project RV6000, is specifically designed for scientific exploration. It will join Inkfish's expanding fleet, alongside the RV Hydra and RV Dagon, to support global marine research. In close collaboration with host countries, the data collected will contribute to open-source repositories.

Six Crew Saved, 15 Remain Missing After Eternity C Cargo Ship Sinks in Red Sea

4 days ago

Rescuers pulled six crew members alive from the Red Sea after Houthi militants attacked and sank a second ship this week, while the fate of another 15 was unknown after the Iran-aligned group said they held some of the seafarers.The Houthis claimed responsibility for the assault that maritime officials say killed four of the 25 people aboard the Eternity C before the rest abandoned the cargo ship. Eternity C went down Wednesday morning after attacks on two previous days, sources at security companies involved in a rescue operation said.The six rescued seafarers spent more than 24 hours in the water, those firms said.

Four Dead, 15 Missing After Houthi Attack on the Eternity C

5 days ago

Rescuers pulled six crew members alive from the Red Sea on Wednesday and 15 were still missing from the second of two ships sunk in recent days in attacks claimed by Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi militia after months of calm.Four of the 25 people aboard the Eternity C cargo ship were killed before the rest of the crew abandoned the vessel, which sank on Wednesday morning after being attacked on Monday and Tuesday, sources at security companies involved in a rescue operation said.The six seafarers who were rescued had spent more than 24 hours in the water, they said.The Houthis said on Wednesday they had sunk the Eternity C.