Green Marine

d’Amico inks first sustainability-linked loan
d’Amico International Shipping (DIS), a marine transportation company, has signed a contract for its first sustainability-linked loan as part of the refinancing of all debt maturing in 2022.

Spotted: Russian icebreaker escorts ship convoy to Antarctic station
Navigation through icy waters of the polar regions is a difficult task that requires crew members to be prepared for this challenging work.

2021 year in review: 10 most-read maritime stories
Check out the most read articles published by Offshore Energy – Green Marine in 2021.

Industry firsts: World’s 1st eco-friendly ships in 2021
The maritime world has a great and rich history that dates back to hundreds of years. From the very first boat to the present massive ships, the industry has changed over the years. This year was marked by the “industry firsts” with new eco-friendly vessels emerging every day.

AD Ports bolstering shipping ties with China
UAE-based port operator Abu Dhabi Ports (AD Ports) has signed two agreements with China-based Shandong Port Group to establish the region’s first tyre hub and strengthen trade and shipping links.

Happy New Year from Offshore Energy team
Happy New Year from Offshore Energy team

Germany welcomes 1st emission-free hydrogen-fueled push boat
Earlier this month, the German consortium has welcomed a new emission-free hydrogen-fueled push boat Elektra at Berlin’s largest inland port Westhafen.

Ecochlor receives USCG Type Approval for filterless BWMS
Ecochlor, provider of ballast water treatment (BWT) solutions, has received United States Coast Guard (USCG) Type Approval for its filterless ballast water management system (BWMS) EcoOne and EcoOne Hybrid.

In focus: Working together towards a sustainable future
The energy transition process is moving ahead with each passing day as witnessed in a week behind us with a lot of announcements highlighting the net-zero future. A good example of the will to change comes from CNOOC Petroleum Europe and Flotation Energy, currently involved in a project which would

UK’s navy ships embrace green tech to reduce environmental footprint
The UK’s Royal Navy has revealed that its newest warships feature the latest green credentials to comply with the International Maritime Organisation’s (IMO) environmental legislations.

FMC issues policy statements on complaints process
The US Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) has issued new policy statements to provide guidance to shippers and others on bringing private party complaints at the commission.

Video: Sophia Loren names MSC Cruises’ new eco-friendly ship
Swiss-based cruise line MSC Cruises has held the naming ceremony for its new eco-friendly cruise ship MSC Virtuosa at Port Rashid in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE).

World’s largest ethane carrier delivered in China
Pacific Ineos Belstaff, the world’s largest very large ethane carrier (VLEC), has been named and delivered in China.

Belships enters 2022 offloading another old bulk carrier
Norwegian shipowner Belships has entered into an agreement with an undisclosed client for the sale of its 58,000 dwt supramax bulk carrier.