
Dutch ship design company AURELIA has partnered up with compatriot nonprofit environmental engineering organization The Ocean Cleanup to conduct a feasibility study on innovative propulsion systems.

Wagenborg Passagiersdiensten, a subsidiary of Dutch shipowner and operator Royal Wagenborg, has signed a multi-million euro contract with compatriot Next Generation Shipyards to build a new eco-friendly high-speed ferry that would serve the route between Ameland and Holwert. The newbuilding, which w

South Korean shipbuilding major HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (KSOE) has rolled out a nuclear-powered containership model utilizing small modular reactor (SMR) technology to accelerate the development of nuclear-powered vessels.

The Netherlands-based Thecla Bodewes Shipyards has rolled the red carpet for MV Iana, the 5,050 dwt diesel-electric multipurpose vessel constructed for compatriot short-sea shipping company Transtal Shipping. With the delivery ceremony wrapped up, MV Iana is now reportedly set to be chartered by Dut

Japanese ship equipment manufacturer Mitsui E&S has commenced test operation of the large-bore low-speed ammonia dual fuel engine as “a major step” toward decarbonizing the shipping industry.

Denmark-based engineering company Eltronic FuelTech has completed the delivery of the ‘world’s first’ 2.5-inch fuel valve train (FVT)-MeOH, designed for the CPGC-MAN12G95ME-C10.5-LGIM engine — the largest methanol dual-fuel main engine built in China.

The on-engine NOx reduction solution for marine two-stroke engines, designed by Swiss marine power company WinGD, has received type approval and is set for first-time deployment on commercial engines.

South Korea’s Hanwha Ocean and Hanwha Power Systems have formed a partnership with energy technology firm Baker Hughes to design and develop a new small-size ammonia gas turbine, with an aim to achieve carbon-free ship operations.

Norwegian shipping player Arriva Shipping has booked a new 8,000 dwt battery hybrid dry cargo vessel to be constructed by the China-based shipbuilder Jiangsu SOHO Marine Heavy Industry. As disclosed, the vessel is slated for delivery in the third quarter of 2026. It is set to join its sister vessel

Meyer Werft and its consortium partners launched a new research project focused on fuel cell technology powered by green methanol for cruise ships.

The full-scale, two-stroke engine running on ammonia has been undergoing testing at Research Centre Copenhagen (RCC) facility since November 2024.

Japan’s shipping titan Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) has cut the ribbon for the 17,500 dwt multipurpose vessel Prima Verde, the ‘world’s first’ ship to combine green steel, a wind-assisted propulsion system, and an engine capable of running exclusively on marine gas oil (MGO). As disclosed, the newbuild

Finnish cleantech company Norsepower, together with shipping company IINO Lines and electric power company J-POWER, has completed the installation of one Norsepower Rotor Sail, a wind propulsion system, onboard a bulk carrier.

Japanese major Imabari Shipbuilding has decided to acquire shares in compatriot marine equipment manufacturer Daihatsu Diesel Corporation in a bid to contribute to the development of alternative-fueled engines.