AF Gruppen buys Acteon business to expand its decom and offshore wind offering
AF Gruppen, a Norwegian contractor, is acquiring Claxton from Acteon to expand its decommissioning and offshore wind service offerings. This acquisition signals a strategic move by AF Gruppen to diversify its portfolio and capitalize on the growing demand for decommissioning services and the expanding offshore wind sector.
Offshore Energy · April 15, 2026
Supertanker Tests Blockade With Second Gulf Entry Attempt
A supertanker is attempting to enter the Persian Gulf via the Strait of Hormuz despite a reported U.S. blockade in the Gulf of Oman. This marks a potential challenge to the U.S.'s asserted control over the region's key shipping lane for crude oil.
OilPrice · April 15, 2026