Ports & Infrastructure
Japan’s first hydrogen dual-fuel tugboat sees the light of day
Japan’s first tugboat equipped with a hydrogen-powered internal combustion engine, TEN-OH, has been officially delivered.
GCMD and IAPH shake hands on port decarbonization initiative
The Singapore-based Global Center for Maritime Decarbonisation (GCMD) and the International Association of Ports and Harbours (IAPH) have decided to enter into a two-year coalition partnership agreement to accelerate decarbonization efforts of the maritime sector, particularly across ports. The two
European ports call for ‘swift’ adoption of IMO NZF
Ahead of the next International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) meeting taking place on October 14 in London, the European Sea Ports Organisation (ESPO) has urged IMO member states to formally adopt the Net-Zero Framework.
Port of Malaga marks first bio-LNG refueling operation with MSC and Axpo
The Spanish Port of Málaga has carried out its first bunkering operation of bio-liquefied natural gas (bio-LNG), having supplied a container vessel owned by Swiss maritime transport giant Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) with this alternative fuel. As disclosed, the Liberia-flagged MSC Gabon ref
Klaipėda Port nears completion of green hydrogen project
The main component of the new hydrogen production and refueling station at the Port of Klaipėda in Lithuania – the electrolyzer – has passed factory tests in Italy, marking a key milestone in the project.
International Chamber of Shipping opens Singapore office to deepen ties across Asia-Pacific
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), a trade association which represents over 80% of the world merchant fleet, has established its new office in Singapore, the world’s top maritime hub.
San Pedro Bay Ports seeks partners for methanol bunkering pilot project
The San Pedro Bay Ports (SPBP), consisting of the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, has issued a call for maritime stakeholders to explore and help develop a pilot-scale methanol bunkering demonstration project. As disclosed, the initiative—supported by C40 Cities, a global network of mayors work
Seatrium and Cochin Shipyard level up offshore collaboration
Seatrium has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with India’s Cochin Shipyard to strengthen cooperation in the offshore sector across India and Asia.
Significant costs ahead for shipping industry to decarbonize, UNCTAD says
Clear regulatory signals, greater investment and cooperation among governments, industry and financial actors will be essential to driving the shipping industry’s transition, the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) said.
Port of Klaipėda moves into final phase of shore power rollout
Lithuania’s Port of Klaipėda is entering the final stages of its quay electrification project, with an onshore power station already installed at the Port Authority’s Fleet Base and ready for testing by year’s end. As informed, the power station—which will soon be connected to the grid for the trial
PSW Power & Automation to deliver shore power system for Northern Lights Phase 2
Norway’s electrification solutions provider PSW Power & Automation, part of Scana, has secured a contract to design and deliver a complete shore power system enabling ships at the CO₂ terminal in Øygarden to shut down their generators and be supplied with renewable electricity from the grid.
ITOCHU sets sights on establishing ammonia bunkering hub in Japan
ITOCHU has entered into a joint development agreement with TORAY Industries and Uyeno Transtech for an ammonia bunkering hub.
HOPA Ports to breathe new life into Hamilton biodiesel plant
Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority (HOPA Ports) has taken action to help ensure the preservation and continued operation of the biodiesel facility in Hamilton previously operated by compatriot renewable energy company Biox.
Woodside, JSE, KEPCO plot Australia-Japan liquid hydrogen supply chain
Woodside partnered with JSE and KEPCO to initiate the development of a liquid hydrogen supply chain between Australia and Japan.