Green Marine
Port of Kiel invests in solar power to become climate neutral
Germany’s Port of Kiel is increasing its own production of climate-friendly solar energy as it equipped its cruise terminal Ostseekai with photovoltaic modules.
TECO 2030, Greenstat join hands to develop hydrogen value chain
Norway’s cleantech company TECO 2030 has signed a letter of intent with compatriot energy company Greenstat to cooperate on relevant projects with the aim of developing a complete hydrogen value chain.
Odfjell exits gas carrier business
Odfjell Gas Shipowning AS, part of Norwegian shipping and tank terminal company Odfjell SE, has entered into a transaction agreement with Singapore-based ship owner and operator BW Epic Kosan Ltd. (BWEK) for the sale of two LPG/ethylene carriers.
New green ammonia firm launched in Norway
HEGRA, a company that aims to electrify and decarbonize the ammonia plant at Herøya and enable large-scale green ammonia production, was launched in Norway on 16 August 2021.
In focus: Energy transition steadily gaining pace across the globe
The offshore energy sector has this week witnessed the unwavering nature of energy transition which is bound to continue – hopefully at an accelerated pace – as the nature itself steps up its cries for protection by employing the ‘shock and awe’ tactics which set many areas of the world ablaze due t
Costly environmental regulations boost ship scrapping
Costly environmental regulations recently introduced by the UN maritime body International Maritime Organization (IMO) are among the main factors for increased ship demolitions this year.
Samsung Heavy delivers Celsius Carolina LNG tanker
South Korea’s Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) has delivered Celsius Carolina, the last of four LNG tankers it built for Denmark’s Celsius Shipping.
ABS forms group to address safety issues on ageing global FPSO fleet
The American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) has brought together leading companies in the FPSO sector to address the safety challenges produced by an ageing fleet.
NCL’s lead Prima-class cruise ship launched in Italy
Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri has floated out Norwegian Prima, the first of six energy-efficient Prima-class vessels being built for Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL).
Rauma Marine launches Tallink’s LNG-fueled shuttle ferry
Finnish shipbuilding company Rauma Marine Constructions launches MyStar, an eco-friendly LNG-powered shuttle ferry owned by Estonian shipping company Tallink Grupp.
Hapag-Lloyd reveals strong performance in half-year results
Germany’s largest container liner shipping company Hapag-Lloyd enjoyed earnings growth in the first half of 2021 which was driven by strong demand and higher freight rates.
P&O Cruises’ LNG-powered ship Iona sails maiden voyage
British shipping company P&O Cruises’ 180,000-tonnes LNG-powered cruise ship Iona has departed Southampton for its maiden voyage.
China gives go-ahead for Konecranes-Cargotec merger
China has given the green light to Finnish engineering majors Konecranes and Cargotec to proceed with their merger plans.
MPC Container Ships closes Songa acquisition
Norway’s containership owner MPC Container Ships ASA has completed its acquisition of compatriot ship owner and operator Songa Container AS.