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The U.S. Federal Gulf of Mexico (GOM) is entering a renewed growth phase, with offshore production projected to grow by approximately 5.3% in 2026, driven largely by deepwater and ultra-deepwater developments. This expansion is reshaping demand for high-spec Offshore Support Vessels (OSVs) capable of operating safely, efficiently, and compliantly in one of the world’s most […]

Floating Production, Storage and Offloading vessels (FPSOs) are among the most valuable offshore assets in the world. In 2026, a single FPSO can represent USD $1–3 billion in capital investment, making maintenance not a support function—but a core risk-management strategy. With extended field lives, harsher operating environments, and stricter regulatory scrutiny, FPSO maintenance services have […]

Nigeria remains the deepwater capital of West Africa in 2026. With major offshore assets in Bonga, Egina, Zabazaba, Agbami, and Akpo, subsea engineering has become one of the most critical—and capital-intensive—segments of the country’s energy value chain. From subsea installation and IMR (Inspection, Maintenance & Repair) to ROV operations and flowline tie-ins, subsea engineering contractors […]

For many exporters, SMEs, and project suppliers, LCL (Less than Container Load) shipping is the most cost-effective way to move cargo from Houston, Texas to Lagos, Nigeria—especially when volumes don’t justify a full container. In 2026, LCL demand on the Houston–Lagos lane has surged due to: Oil & gas spare parts Industrial equipment Medical supplies […]

Project cargo handling in West Africa has entered a new phase in 2026. Massive investments in oil & gas, offshore wind, mining, infrastructure, and power projects are driving demand for the movement of oversized, heavy, and high-value cargo across the region. Unlike standard containerized shipping, project cargo requires engineering precision, regulatory planning, and risk management […]

Freight forwarding between Nigeria and the United States has grown rapidly over the past five years. In 2026, demand is being driven by oil & gas equipment, agricultural exports, manufactured goods, fashion, and cross-border e-commerce. But shipping to the USA is no longer just about moving cargo. It now requires strict compliance, accurate documentation, and […]

Cargo insurance costs are not universal.In 2026, shippers moving the same goods, on the same route, can pay very different cargo insurance premiums depending on whether the policy is placed in the United States or the United Kingdom. Understanding these differences is critical for:Importers and exportersFreight forwardersE-commerce sellersOffshore and project cargo operators. This guide breaks […]

2026 is the year ESG compliance stops being theoretical for shipping. With the FuelEU Maritime regulation taking full effect on June 30, 2026, and the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) entering a 70% phase-in, shipowners trading to Europe are facing a real compliance crunch — one that carries financial penalties, reputational risk, and chartering […]

War risk insurance has become one of the most volatile cost items for vessels trading to West Africa. In 2026, routes through the Gulf of Guinea remain commercially critical — yet insurers now price them with the same analytical rigor once reserved for formal war zones. While piracy incidents have declined in some areas, kidnap […]

In 2026, the word “office” means something very different for thousands of professionals. For offshore workers, the office is a drilling rig in the Gulf of Mexico, a floating wind farm in the North Sea, or a subsea construction vessel off Brazil or West Africa. This is the world of FIFO (Fly-In Fly-Out) — a […]