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 […]
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In a ground-breaking development, TECO 2030, the renowned Norwegian fuel cell manufacturer has joined forces with Pherousa Green Shipping, an eco-conscious shipping powerhouse also based in Norway. Their mission? To supply hydrogen fuel cells for a fleet of up to six zero-emission dry bulk carriers, each with 63,000 dwt capacity. Each of these impressive vessels
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Unveiling a Strategic Partnership A wave of disbelief rolled through the Hanseatic port community as Germany’s grand annual maritime summit kicked off in Bremen. In the spotlight is the recent revelation of Swiss-based Mediterranean Shipping Co, the world’s premier container line, planning to purchase a near-majority stake in Hamburg’s principal port operator. In a strategic
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Houlder, an independent design and consultancy company, in collaboration with an Indonesian strategic ally, BTI Defence, is all set to unveil a groundbreaking Submarine Rescue System (SRS) that will be hosted on a custom-built mothership. This venture is designed to strengthen Indonesia’s defense proficiency and expand its submarine rescue capabilities. Embarking On A New Age
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An Embodiment of Innovation: The New Arctic Frigate OSK Design, a Denmark-based firm has pulled the curtains off its newest creation; the Arctic frigate. This military vessel, specifically engineered for operations unique to the North Atlantic, High North, and Greenlandic regions, brings a fresh wave of innovation, clearly epitomized by its fully operational onboard helicopter,
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The Dawn of the Alternative Fuel Arena In a unique shift of events, the Middle East has started to witness a surge in inquiries relating to alternative bunker fuel in recent months. This unexpected trend was disclosed by Sean Burgin, a well-seasoned veteran in the fuel industry and the current Head of Sourcing at Glander
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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,
EuroDry’s Groundbreaking Acquisition EuroDry, a Greek firm renowned for its prowess in dry bulk operations, has embarked on an ambitious expansion project. A strategic agreement has been inked with Marine Capital, a prominent marine asset management company based in the UK, to acquire three ultramax bulk carriers. The $65 million deal includes the 63,197 dwt
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In the historic 80th session of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Marine Environment Protection Committee, which took place in July 2023, significant progress was made with the endorsement of interim guidance on the incorporation of biofuels. This epochal step pertains to assigning a CO2 Emission Conversion Factor under the Carbon Intensity Indicator regulations and relatedly,
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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
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