Energy

Tackling Climate Change: A Novel Solid Oxide Fuel Cell System  In a bid to revolutionize the shipping industry, Alma Clean Power, Odfjell, and DNV achieved a notable feat this week in the progress of deploying a solid oxide fuel cell system. The ambitious plan is to mount this technological marvel on a chemical tanker before […]

Tugdock, an inventive company originating from Cornwall, has penned a significant Memorandum of Understanding with Salamander Offshore Wind Farm, demonstrating their joint commitment to innovating floating offshore wind energy in Scotland. Functioning on a unique patented marine buoyancy method, Tugdock has enabled the construction and loading-out of hefty marine assemblies even in ports with inadequate

In a remarkable shift towards sustainability, pivotal marine transportation company, AL Group, has put the wheels in motion to retrofit its dry bulk carrier with a methanol-based propulsion system. Evidencing this commitment, the company has joined hands with a renowned classification entity, the ABS. Through this collaboration, both parties are mapping out the feasibility of

Catch the Wind: Progress in Wind-Assisted Propulsion Bracing for a new era in the sailing industry, the International Windship Association predicts an upward trend as the integration of wind-assisted propulsion systems continues. A surge in such installations will push the industry towards heightened sustainability. Addressing the Ship Power Evolution Conference recently, Gavin Allwright, Secretary-General of

In the voyage to a greener future, China’s government-owned shipping giants are zealously exploring methanol as the potential Fuels of Tomorrow. Leading this charge is none other than COSCO, the globe’s premier shipowner. In a strategic alliance with three other state-operated entities – the State Power Investment Corporation Limited, Shanghai International Port Group, and China

Harnessing the Nuclear Propulsion Potential While the likelihood of nuclear-powered vessels cruising our oceans may be at least a decade away, it promises to be a viable road towards a cleaner shipping industry, professionals suggest. The shipping world contributes approximately 3% to global CO2 emissions and exploring efficient and eco-friendly fuel alternatives, like ammonia, methanol,

A thrilling journey towards green energy continues to unfold as a company successfully put through a test on the 6400 TEU container ship, HMM Tacoma. This test involved the use of a B30 blend, a concoction where 30% of the mixture comprised biofuel made from used cooking oil, combined with High Sulfur Fuel Oil (HSFO).

The Birth of a Green Milestone  During an exceptional event last Thursday, Ursula von der Leyen, the President of the European Commission, brought forth a new era in maritime history. At a grand ceremony in Copenhagen, she christened the world’s premier container vessel powered by green methanol. Named ‘Laura Maersk’, the Maersk-owned ship made a

Sailing to a Sustainable Future with VPS Nick Clague is at the helm of alternative fuel trials at leading testing firm, VPS. Determined to navigate the maritime industry towards sustainable practices, VPS is doing more than tweaking design features or reducing sulfur content in fuels. The company aims at holistic measures including efficient operational practices,

Flourishing on the global stage, Belgian firm Exmar and Seapeak join forces to propel a significant investment in the field of midsize carrier new builds. A bold move embellished by Exmar in their first-half earnings report brings to light their recent acquisition of long-term charters for four dual-fuel LPG units, each having a capacity of