Green Marine
First Movers Coalition launched to spur decarbonisation efforts
New First Movers Coalition has been launched at the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) in Glasgow to accelerate zero-carbon technological advancements in “hard to abate” sectors that are needed to achieve climate change goals.
Oldendorff to help reduce CO2 emissions in bulk supply chain
German dry bulk owner and operator Oldendorff Carriers and Canadian mining company Teck Resources Limited have signed an agreement to employ energy-efficient bulk carriers for shipments of Teck steelmaking coal from the Port of Vancouver to international destinations.
North Atlantic’s 1st green shipping corridor in the making
At the 26th Conference of the Parties (COP26) on climate change, the Dutch Port of Antwerp and the Canadian Port of Montreal have signed a cooperation agreement to support the creation of the first green shipping corridor in the North Atlantic.
INTERCARGO: Acceleration of R&D needed to reach shipping’s 2050 target
As the world considers the harsh realities highlighted by COP26, The International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners (INTERCARGO) has warned that shipowners can deliver the target of net-zero emission shipping by 2050 but only with an acceleration in the commercial development of relevant technolo
Cargotec, Konecranes reveal post-merger operating model
Finnish engineering majors Cargotec and Konecranes, which launched in 2020 a process to merge the two entities, have unveiled the operating model and leadership team of the future company.
Last HERO begins journey to Europe
Norwegian shipping and logistic company Wallenius Wilhelmsen has revealed that the fourth HERO vessel started its journey towards Europe.
DNV: Windship Technology’s concept to achieve 49 pct fuel savings with zero CO2 emissions
British company Windship Technology has revealed that its zero-emission concept for ships has shown a significant increase in fuel savings after being independently assessed by classification society DNV.
Florida port to reduce marine carbon footprint with new mobile harbor cranes
The North American terminal operator LOGISTEC USA has placed an order for two new eco-efficient mobile harbor cranes from Finnish manufacturer Konecranes with the aim of reducing marine carbon footprint in Florida.
METIS updated data-acquistion system boosts digital shipping
Maritime data analytics company METIS Cyberspace Technology has introduced an upgraded version of its automated data-acquisition system, Ship Connect.
Alfa Laval builds up LNG equipment portfolio
Swedish company Alfa Laval has enhanced design and connectivity with its Gas Combustion Unit (GCU) 2.0 used to boil-off combustion on LNG carriers.
Odfjell exits short-sea ship business
Norwegian shipping and tank terminal company Odfjell SE has entered into a sales agreement for the last three 9,000 dwt short-sea vessels that have operated in the company’s regional trade in Asia.
WSC: Intra-EU ETS would encourage shipping’s decarbonization journey
Inclusion of shipping in the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) will encourage shipping’s journey towards decarbonisation but EU action threatens to undermine broader international progress if the ETS extends outside of the EU, World Shipping Council (WSC) said.
WinGD, HHI-EMD join forces on sustainable engine tech
Marine engine designer and power system integrator WinGD and engine builder Hyundai Heavy Industries’ Engine Machinery Division (HHI-EMD) are to strengthen their collaboration by partnering to develop environmentally sustainable two-stroke engine technology.
ICS: Shipping needs massive R&D investments to reach net-zero target
A report by the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and the environmental consulting company Ricardo has pointed out that massive scaling up of finance for research and development (R&D) is essential to achieve zero-carbon emissions by 2050 in the shipping industry.