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What is the ocean’s role in the low-carbon future? The World Ocean Council’s (WCO) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Paul Holthus discussed the confluence of energy, climate and biodiversity in the oceans, at the 4th edition of the Transition Forum (2021 Transition Forum). Transition Forum The Transition Forum partner event brings together the public and private sectors, in order to speed the global transition to a low-carbon future.

The ocean covers 71% of the Earth’s surface, hosts a major portion of the planet’s biodiversity, provides the world with food, energy, transport, and recreation, as well as playing a vital role in regulating the water and carbon cycles, while producing half the oxygen we breathe. ‘Blue economy’ The global ‘blue economy’ contributes US$ 2.5 trillion a year in economic output (equivalent to world’s seventh-largest by GDP) and is expected to expand at twi...

The World Ocean Council (WOC) is thrilled to partner with the US$ 100 million XPRIZE Carbon Removal team, on a webinar for ocean entrepreneurs. Funded by the Musk Foundation, the XPRIZE Carbon Removal Prize is a global US$ 100-million competition, aimed at tackling the biggest threat facing humanity - fighting climate change and rebalancing Earth’s carbon cycle. XPRIZE WOC Webinar on Ocean CO2 Removal The XPRIZE WOC Webinar on Ocean CO2 Removal will brief participants on the US$ 100 mil...

Many shipping companies already have the tools needed to be a part of the solution for sustainable ocean use. The Seabed 2030 project aims to create a complete map of the world ocean floor by 2030, using equipment commonly available on marine vessels. WOC’s Seabed 2030 As a core partner of Seabed 2030, the World Ocean Council (WOC) is hosting workshops about the project, which aligns with the WOC’s SMART Ocean-SMART Industries (SO-SI) programme. SO-SI’s mission is to ensure i...

World Ocean Council has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Green Marine, formalising an already strong working relationship between the organisations and their complementary efforts on industry environmental sustainability and ocean health. The MoU serves as a framework for collaboration on the shared objective of catalysing improved environmental performance in the maritime industry. Business leadership alliance “WOC’s mission as the global business leadership allian...

Swedish ferry company Stena Line announces to enter the Finnish market with a new daily route from Hanko in Finland to Swedish Nynäshamn. The new route is the next step in Stena Line’s ambition to further strengthen its position in the Baltic Sea. Starting with one ferry in February, the new route will be served with two vessels with daily departures from each port as of May 2022. “With our new daily route between Hanko and Nynäshamn, we heavily expand and strengthen our p...

The technology group Wärtsilä has introduced its latest development based on applied Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) modelling to enable the accurate and speedy configuration of thrusters and other propulsion systems, to deliver the optimal dynamic positioning solution.  The new Wärtsilä OPTI-DP Engagement Tool, which has been verified by DNV Maritime has been developed in response to the increasing need for efficient high-performance station keeping and manoeuvrabil...

A brand-new transport solution from Narvik in Northern Norway will ensure fresher fish for all of Europe. Accompanied by Norwegian CargoNet and Nor-log Thermo, Blue Water Shipping has tailored a solution shortening the transport time by up to 40%. This Sunday, the first train arrived at Padborg’s cargo transport terminal. After unloading of the train, the trailers were transported to Blue Water’s reefer terminal, which is neighbouring to the cargo terminal in Padborg. Blue Water han...

It follows the release of a major new analysis, ‘Maritime Safety 2012-2021: a decade of progress’, from Lloyd’s List Intelligence and DNV that shows a marked decline in casualties, losses and detentions over the period. Between 2012 and 2021, the tally of annual casualties declined 20% from 1922 to 1537 and losses resulting from casualties dropped 56% from 132 in 2012 to 58 in 2020, while the number of detentions decreased by 60% by the end of 2020 – mostly in the genera...

Maritime UK has announced launching the Version 5 of the Industry Code of Practice for Maritime Autonomous Ship Systems on December 6, 2021. The accelerating pace of change in maritime autonomy has required updated guidance for those owning and operating Maritime Autonomous Ship Systems (MASS). While not a legal text, the Industry Code of Practice has been used by manufacturers, service providers, and others, as part of their day-to-day work. Many manufacturers have reported clients requiring c...

For most of maritime history, wind power drove vessels all over the world; that is until steam and other forms of propulsion came on the scene in the mid-1800s. Now in the 21st century, given a renewed interest in preserving the environment and lowering costs, wind power is on the verge of making a comeback. The latest technologies, including big data and computer simulations, are helping to drive a renewed interest in maritime vessels propelled by wind, with a 90% reduction in the use of fossi...

VANOS S.A. is pleased to announce that they participated in the DEFEA 2021 - Defence Exhibition Athens event, which took place from July 13 to July 15, 2021. VANOS S.A. presented their latest technological developments in tactical equipment, as well as security, communication and detection systems, to 63 official military and government delegations, from 21 countries, in addition to the thousands of visitors, at the DEFEA 2021 exhibition. DEFEA 2021 exhibition With the exhibition having come...

Another successful exclusivity agreement was undersigned between VANOS S.A. and Skipsutstyr A/S, for premium Norway-made optical solutions, for the Greek and Cypriot markets. Skipsutstyr A/S is a renowned Norwegian manufacturer and distributor, focused on product development and high performance, while committed to the customers’ needs on searchlights, floodlights, bowlights, navigation lights, general lighting and window wiper systems, for harsh environments. POLARLIGHT searchlights and...

Borchard Lines Ltd-owned Palletwide containers offer door-door savings, for a wide range of export industries. Palletwide containers With increasing haulage issues within continental Europe and the Mediterranean regions, the over 20% saving on door-door costs, offered by Palletwide containers, is amplified by the need to decrease the number of land-side moves. Environmentally, the benefits are clear, along with punctual, door-door services providing all-round savings.

Certas Energy, working in partnership with Peel Ports Group, recently launched Shell GTL Fuel, at their new 24-hours HGV refuelling site, located at the Port of Liverpool, in the United Kingdom (UK). Borchard Lines Ltd, who have been operating liner shipping services since 1933, are the first company, at the Port of Liverpool, to trial Shell GTL Fuel, in two of their fleet vehicles. Shell GTL Fuel Shell GTL Fuel is a liquid fuel that is a cleaner burning alternative to diesel. Shell GTL Fuel...

The new communications systems, which have been provided by Aquila and designed and manufactured by its partner, Jotron, will be used to assist UK Ministry of Defence’s (MOD) operations on the Ascension Island, located in the middle of the South Atlantic Ocean. Auila’s ground-to-air solutions Aquila provides ground-to-air solutions and servicing, in some of the most remote parts of the world. The Ascension Island, which is a volcanic yet beautiful mid-Atlantic island, is no excepti...

GEM elettronica is proud to announce the successful installation and acceptance testing of the 3D Columbus Radar onboard of the Italian Navy Ship Vulcano. Columbus Columbus is a short-medium range, 3D, Air & Surface search-navigation radar system, proposed for Naval and Land-based operations, demanding high detection performances, high reliability and availability, reduced maintenance and lifecycle costs. It is specifically designed to detect and track small fast-moving targets in all alt...

The largest ambulance boat ever built in Norway, Thea Jensen, was recently handed over to its new owners. Jotron safety equipment onboard Jotron has supplied EPIRBs, AIS-SART and VHF handheld radios for the vessel. The aluminium-hulled Thea Jensen ambulance boat will be operated in the area of Loppa, Hasfjord and the outer Altafjord, in Norway and be used primarily to serve the residents in remote areas, where transport to hospitals by land is not feasible, due to the roads being impassable, e...

In the year to 1st December 2020, Borchard Lines’ schedule reliability continues to show strong results, averaging over 93% on-time, consistent overall quarters.  Using the same methodology, this is in contrast to the global shipping trend, which as was recently noted:- “Global schedule reliability of container shipping fell to just 56 percent in September, with the on-time performance of Asia shipments to the US West and East coasts slipping below 50 percent. According to data...

In the period 1st January to 31st May 2021, Borchard Lines’ schedule reliability has remained at its high levels, averaging between 95-100% on-time, consistent over both quarters. In the period 1st January to 31st May 2021, Borchard Lines’ schedule reliability has remained at its high levels, averaging between 95%-100% on time, consistent over both quarters. This is in comparison to a global industry average of 40.3% (March 2021 figures). Missing the window The cons...

In the period 1st January to 30th September 2021, Borchard Lines’ schedule reliability has remained at its high levels, averaging between 86-100% on-time, consistent over all three quarters. UK ports remain a particular challenge. In the period 1st January to 30th September 2021, Borchard Lines’ schedule reliability has remained at its high levels, averaging between 86%-100% on time, consistent over both quarters. This is in comparison to a global industry average of 35.8% (December...

Ship managers and captains are under pressure to implement new data applications, in order to improve operational efficiency and keep crew welfare at the forefront, getting more from their satellite data. With traditionally restrictive VSAT solutions comes challenges, as demand for onboard connectivity continues to grow, yet corporate spending is scrutinised and in some cases, operational costs require trimming. Trial of new data heavy applications Trialling new applications, which require ad...

To create great products means to listen, understand and rebuild constantly. In the current global market situation, affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and the severe capacity disruptions, the biggest challenge for A.P. Moller – Maersk’s (Maersk) customers was to acquire the right agility and resilience in their supply chain. While talking to the customers, a key learning was that more clarity was needed on the kind of contracts and products that they were purchasing with Maersk. Whi...

Rolls-Royce is introducing significantly extended engine running times, of up to 96,000 hours between overhauls (TBO), for the latest generation of its mtu Series 4000 engines, for commercial marine applications. In general, all marine engines of the latest generation of mtu Series 4000 can now run for up to 25 years before they need a major overhaul, depending on the duration and intensity of use. That is seven years more between overhauls than previously recommended. Rolls-Royce's mtu Series...

SBM Offshore is pleased to announce it has signed contracts with Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. (Petrobras) for the 22.5 years lease and operation of FPSO Alexandre de Gusmão. These contracts follow the signing of the binding Letter of Intent as announced on August 3, 2021. FPSO Alexandre de Gusmão will be deployed at the Mero field in the Santos Basin offshore Brazil, approximately 160 kilometres from Arraial do Cabo, Rio de Janeiro state. Fast4Ward® program Mero is a...

BAE Systems, a globally renowned company in electric propulsion, successfully installed its zero-emission propulsion system in the first U.S. hydrogen fuel cell powered marine vessel, the Sea Change. BAE Systems provided its HybriGen Power and Propulsion solution to Zero Emission Industries for integration on the Sea Change vessel that will operate in the San Francisco Bay Area. The Sea Change project is funded and owned by SWITCH Maritime, an impact investment firm building the first fleet of...

Headquartered in Kolding, Denmark, Tricon produces control panels and electronics for the global market. This calls for wide-ranging and skilled logistics solutions. Currently, Blue Water handles all Tricon’s cross-border shipments to and from Kolding, the company’s factory in Hungary and the rest of the world. Good sparring partner “The employees of Blue Water are always quick to assist if we have questions or challenges," says Director of Tricon, Kenneth Lund, adding ...

The OECS region’s coastal and marine environment is pivotal to the advancement of the region’s sustainable development agenda as well as to the ecological sustainability and holistic development of its Member States.  Although the Blue Economy in the region is fairly nascent and requires a major boost to realise its transformative promises, there is momentum and gradual growth in understanding of the potential of the Blue Economy to position the region to realise its aspiration...

When I recently read about OceanXplorers, Disney Plus' new series about heroic scientists researching the world of the deep, I was excited—not least for my kids—and quietly dismayed. Our society needs to do for the ocean what Carl Sagan and Neil DeGrasse Tyson did for outer space: familiarise ourselves, get excited, engage and connect. That said, NASA's funding is $22.6 billion, and NOAA received roughly one-quarter of that at $5.4 billion. A decent amount of people reading thi...

With COP26 just around the corner and a year on from the announcement of the UK Government’s 10 Point Plan, the need to become more carbon neutral is as prominent as ever and is now underway in numerous industries across the world. Frequent severe weather events It’s no secret that the weather is changing, with severe conditions happening more frequently and at pace, with soaring temperatures, storms, flooding and even volcanic eruptions all making headlines on a regular basis. Ho...