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Attendance at OTC 2026

Last month, Chairman and CEO Steinar Draegebo represented ICE Marine Design at the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) 2026, held in Houston, Texas, 4-7 May. OTC remains one of the offshore energy sector's leading international events, bringing together operators, contractors, technology providers and engineering specialists from around the world to discuss current challenges, emerging technologies and future project opportunities. Having been ...

An ICEPRONAV Alumnus with Success in Canada

We continue our 60th anniversary highlights of ship designers who, with solid professional experience at ICEPRONAV, went on to successful careers elsewhere in the marine industry: Valentin Gheoca joined ICE in 2007 as a Junior Outfitting Engineer, building on an early foundation in ship design and construction. He developed a strong technical base, working across complex offshore and naval projects, ...

Women in Marine Design and Engineering

International Day for Women in Maritime, observed on 18 May, recognises the contribution of women across the global maritime sector both at sea and ashore. The International Maritime Organization’s 2026 theme, “From Policy to Practice: Advancing Gender Equality for Maritime Excellence”, highlights the importance of practical participation and professional development across the industry. The maritime and engineering sectors have traditionally ...

SwitcH2 Project Achieved Project of National Interest Status

SwitcH2’s Project Atlantico received Project of National Interest (PIN) status from the Portuguese Government, reinforcing the strategic relevance of the offshore floating green ammonia development. The project centres on a floating production solution offshore Portugal and has been identified as strategically important to national and European energy transition objectives. ICE Marine Design Group continues to support the development of the ...