Technology

The adaptation and commercialization of the original wingsail design for merchant ships by French tech startup AYRO since 2018 presents a promising opportunity to revolutionize wind-assisted propulsion in modern shipping, aiming to significantly reduce environmental impact by cutting down on fossil fuel consumption and carbon emissions. AYRO’s innovative approach involves deploying multiple smaller wings on heavier steel ships, paving the way for a hybrid-assisted solution crucial for achieving carbon neutrality in the shipping industry by 2050, as emphasized in the 2023 IMO Strategy.

In a bid to revolutionize the energy industry, eFuels provider Infinium and carbon-free power solutions developer Amogy have teamed up to explore integrating their technologies and creating commercial applications. This partnership aims to drive decarbonization in heavy industry sectors by identifying and deploying eFuels and green ammonia solutions. The collaboration, backed by investors like Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and SK Trading International, is set to showcase scalable, clean technology solutions in a bid to combat climate change and environmental pollution.

In a world of increasing complexity and regulations, NAVTOR’s Tor Håkon Svanes emphasizes the need for innovative and integrated solutions to help fleet owners and operators navigate the challenges of the maritime industry. With a focus on simplifying complexity and delivering smart shipping solutions, NAVTOR is emerging as a global leader in maritime technology. Svanes’ dedication to shaping a safer and more sustainable future for the shipping industry is evident in the company’s commitment to evolving with the industry’s needs.

BC Ferries, one of the world’s largest ferry operators, has awarded Damen Shipyards Group the shipbuilding contract for four innovative hybrid electric vessels, based on the Island Class design previously delivered by Damen to BC Ferries. The project, initiated in 2022, emphasizes compatibility and flexibility with BC Ferries’ existing fleet. The agreement ensures fixed-priced, quality construction with guarantees on delivery dates, performance, and cost certainty. Damen will also provide shore charging capabilities, marking its fourth such project and reinforcing its presence in Canada.

An avant-garde approach to tackling the challenges of large-scale cargo shipment has been introduced by Louis Dreyfus Armateurs, the French logistics and freight forwarding company. The concept revisits and revamps a page from the annals of early aviation – the utilization of airships similar to the iconic dirigibles and blimps of the past. Together with

Taking The Helm: Rem Offshore and the Future of Offshore Vessels Working from the waters of Norway, Rem Offshore is carving its niche as a linchpin in the field of offshore vessel ownership. On Wednesday, the company reaffirmed this position by acquiring long-term contracts for numerous vessels. This strategic move not only bolstered its standing

Firmly setting its sights on boosting polar research, France, under the leadership of President Emmanuel Macron, has announced that it will be almost a year after the launch of the country’s polar strategy for 2030. At the One Planet-Polar Summit held recently in Paris, Macron revealed ambitious plans to develop an ice-class research vessel, backed

Investing in the Deep-sea Winds In a world increasingly pivoting towards renewable energy, established offshore wind turbine designs have had their fair share of glory. But as we know, technology stutters when it becomes complacent, and thus, the race to create better offshore wind turbines, particularly ones suited for deep-sea locales, is an ongoing scientific

In an impeccable pursuit of innovation, the engine manufacturing giant, Cummins, is collaborating with its UK counterparts to perfect and implement a methanol conversion kit for marine engines. The groundbreaking initiative looks set to revolutionize operations aboard maritime vessels. A New Era in Shipbuilding: Addressing Major Concerns High-ranking executives at the Shipbuilders Council of America

Shipbuilding for a Sustainable Future Japan’s longstanding shipping conglomerate, NYK Line, announced a groundbreaking initiative last Thursday. Teaming up with NYK Bulk & Project Carriers Ltd., Sumitomo Corporation, and Oshima Shipbuilding Co., Ltd., they’ve cinched a collaborative agreement aimed at constructing an exceptional Handymax bulk carrier. This innovative vessel will be the world’s first–ship dedicated