Green Marine
Vertom taps Econowind for wind-assisted propulsion on multiple vessels by year-end
The Netherlands-based wind propulsion solutions provider Econowind and compatriot shipping company Vertom have teamed up to install wind-assist VentoFoil units on multiple vessels by the end of 2022.
MacGregor bags ‘significant order’ to equip Polish hybrid RoPax ferries
MacGregor, a part of Finnish Cargotec, has secured a contract to supply comprehensive packages of RoRo equipment for three RoPax ferries powered by four liquefied natural gas (LNG) engines of dual-fuel type with battery assistance.
New alliance to make workforce fit for sustainable maritime future
Industry players from across the global maritime value chain came together in Zurich on 24 May to launch the All Aboard Alliance, which will provide a platform for collaborative action to make the maritime industry more diverse, equitable, and inclusive.
EST-Floattech battery powers Sweden’s fourth electric hybrid ferry
Swedish public transport organisation Västtrafik has taken delivery of a fourth electric hybrid ferry powered by a battery system from the Dutch manufacturer EST-Floattech.
Germany’s LNG acceleration law now includes TES Wilhelmshaven terminal
Tree Energy Solutions’ (TES) import terminal in Wilhelmshaven has been included in the list of priority projects supported by the German government’s LNG Acceleration law.
CMA CGM conducts its first LNG bunkering operation in Spain
French shipping major CMA CGM has carried out its first liquefied natural gas (LNG) bunkering operation in Spain together with energy companies Enagás and Repsol.
Canada’s Shelburne Ship Repair joins Green Marine
Canadian ship repair yard Shelburne Ship Repair Limited has become the newest participant in Green Marine – the largest voluntary environmental certification program for North America’s maritime industry.
ESPO, Interferry set priorities for sustainable ferry industry future
The European Sea Ports Organisation (ESPO) and global trade association Interferry have agreed a common work programme to promote an environmentally sustainable future for the European ferry business through the provision and use of onshore power supply (OPS).
First tanker powered by ethane joins Eastern Pacific
Singapore-based shipping company Eastern Pacific Shipping (EPS) has taken delivery of STL Yangtze, the first of the company’s six new very large ethane carriers (VLECs).
UK unleashes £12 million for zero-emission maritime technologies
The UK government has announced a multi-million investment that aims to kickstart innovation in the maritime sector and tackle shipping emissions.
Royal Caribbean joins Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller zero carbon centre
US-based cruise holding company Royal Caribbean Group and Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping have formalized their collaboration by signing a partnership agreement on 23 May 2022.
Asian vessel owner embarks on fleet rejuvenation mission, adding five brand-new crew boats
MEO Group has decided to beef up its fleet by ordering five executive crew boats from Penguin Shipyard International to rejuvenate its fleet.
Germany striving to develop gas field with Senegal amid supply uncertainties
Germany plans to work with Senegal on the development of an offshore gas field amid the severe impact of the war in Ukraine on energy supply and prices.
UK gov’t urged to act and drive adoption of shore power for ports
New mandatory targets must push ports into installing, and subsequently ships into using, shore power technology to reduce emissions, according to the UK Chamber of Shipping.