Decarbonisation - News

The International Maritime Organization is shining a spotlight on the role of emerging technologies to support a green transition of the maritime sector into a sustainable future. During the World Maritime Day 2022, on 29 September, celebrations will focus on the theme of 'New technologies for greener shipping', providing a platform to showcase inclusive maritime innovation, research and development, and the demonstration and deployment of new technologies. Authority comment In his message on...

Tokyo - ClassNK has issued an Approval in Principle (AiP) for an ammonia bunkering vessel (ABV) developed by Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line). This is the Society's first AiP for ABVs. Ammonia is expected to be used as a ship fuel for decarbonization since it does not emit CO2 when combusted. Meanwhile, adequate safety measures are imperative as it has been pointed out that ammonia is toxic to humans and corrosive to materials. Ammonia hazardous areas ClassNK has been involved in proj...

Valenciaport has positioned itself as a benchmark in the relationship between the port and the city, favouring the harmonisation of the port environment to make it closer to the city with milestones, such as the transfer to the city of the Balcón al Mar in 2013 or more recently the Special Plan of the South Zone 1 for the Nazaret area. The Port Authority of Valencia (PAV) has been invited by the World Bank to present its good practices in the port-city relationship, digitalisation and de...

P&O Maritime Logistics, a global provider of maritime services, is taking delivery of two new bespoke vessels, designed specifically to service Ok Tedi Mining Ltd (OTML) in Papua New Guinea (PNG). Operating on the Fly River and in the Gulf of Papua, P&O Maritime Logistics’ new vessels will work between Kiunga and Port Moresby, in order to transport mainly copper concentrate for export – a key ingredient in developing renewable technology and in urbanisation. New bespoke ves...

Top decision-makers, thought pioneers, and experts from across the maritime spectrum came together to make sense of the rapidly changing world and to identify ways in which they can take action to create a sustainable future. Need for collaboration Jan Dieleman, Chair, of Global Maritime Forum and President, of Cargill Ocean Transportation stressed the need for collaboration to tackle increasingly complex and interdependent issues. “The challenges facing the industry in the years t...

At the recent SMM trade fair in Hamburg, MAN Energy Solutions and ABB, a technology company signed a Decarbonisation Cooperation agreement regarding the development of a next-generation, Dual-Fuel, Electric+ (DFE+) propulsion concept for LNG carriers. Operational flexibility The DFE+ concept features the MAN 49/60DF engine, itself launched at SMM 2022 and ABB’s Dynamic AC (DAC) technology and aims to deliver the operational flexibility shipowners need to cut carbon footprints as well as...

MAN Energy Solutions has published its Corporate Responsibility (CR) Report 2021 that provides information on its decarbonisation targets. Among these, the company aims to reduce emissions from its own production facilities by 50% by 2030, and specifies its commitment to a consistent focus on sustainable solutions. CR activities will concentrate on four focus areas, namely Decarbonisation, Circular Economy, Responsibility in the Supply Chain, and Employee Empowerment. Sustainable corporate act...

Carbon Ridge, Inc., a developer of modular onboard carbon capture and storage solutions (OCCS) for decarbonising the maritime industry, announced the company has raised $6 million in funding led by the Grantham Foundation for the Protection of the Environment, with additional investments from Crowley, a U.S.-based shipping and logistics company, and Berge Bulk, one of the world’s largest dry bulk owners, as well as Rusheen Capital Management and Plug and Play Ventures. The financing enabl...

As an extension to this year’s Future Maritime Providers essay competition, the Global Maritime Forum recently hosted a youth seminar, bringing together the top 30 essay writers from 2022, and previous years’ winners. The findings of the seminar were the topic of a fruitful discussion at the Global Maritime Forum’s Annual Summit in New York. Four powerful essay competition winners articulated how the industry can respond to the call from the youth. Improvement needed areas T...

imageHOLDERS’ bespoke kiosk technology has helped Lufthansa Cargo streamline its delivery processes at a time of numerous challenges for the airfreight industry. Founded in 1994, Lufthansa Cargo is one of the airfreight companies, employing around 4200 people worldwide and servicing 300 destinations in more than 100 countries. The company is continuously investing in state-of-the-art technologies to enhance sustainability and efficiency; when it needed to improve its shipping handling pro...

The shipping industry is working towards full decarbonisation by 2050 at the latest and last year an action plan was launched on which both private and public actors can focus their collective efforts around this and the coming decades. The first-of-its-kind Climate Action in Shipping – Progress towards Shipping’s 2030 Breakthrough report – launched on 21 September during New York Climate Week, prior to the Global Maritime Forum Annual Summit, and in parallel with th...

The Global Maritime Issues Monitor measures the temperature among senior maritime stakeholders on key issues likely to impact the sector in the next ten years, and the industry’s preparedness to face them. Addressing the issues Jointly published by the Global Maritime Forum, Marsh, and the International Union of Marine Insurers, the report finds that the decarbonisation of shipping and new environmental regulations are seen as the most impactful issues for the second year in a row. Geop...

The traffic indicators recorded during the month of August at the Port of Valencia have once again acted as a precise thermometer of the state of international trade, of the turmoil in the fuel, solid bulk (cereals), and liquid bulk (Liquefied Natural Gas and oil) markets, as well as the world of containers (import/export of manufactured goods) and tourism. In August, Valenciaport’s terminals recorded new drops in transhipment traffic, but registered historic records in import containers,...

Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) has launched a startup policy to support start-ups in the global maritime sector. Key focus areas included in the start-up policy include: Smart technologies that automate Decarbonisation of Maritime Industry Artificial intelligence and machine learning to optimise processes Improving efficiency in the maritime sector processes free from human error Autonomous ships and ROVs Simulation Make life simpler and safer for users/stakeholders in the port and marit...

Propspeed recently attended the Cannes Yachting Festival, located in the beautiful Vieux Port and Port Canto in Cannes, France it is the largest in-water boat show in Europe. The Cannes Yachting Festival returned this year for it’s 45th anniversary, spanning 6 days from September 6th – 11th. Located in the beautiful Vieux Port and Port Canto in Cannes, France the Cannes Yachting Festival is the largest in-water boat show in Europe, featuring almost 650 boats ranging from 5 to 45 met...

HMM has announced that the company has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with PANASIA to collaborate on onboard carbon capture system for vessel application. Onboard carbon capture system is an advanced technology to capture CO2 (carbon dioxide) from greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions generated during vessel operation, ensuring it is not emitted into the atmosphere. This solution has the potential to play a significant role in reducing CO2 emissions. HMM and PANASIA sign MoU Under the te...

The Port of Long Beach has been named the best West Coast Seaport in North America for the fourth consecutive year by the shipping trade publication, Asia Cargo News. The honour was announced during the Asian Freight, Logistics and Supply Chain Awards, which were held recently in Hong Kong. Asia Cargo News hosts and organises the awards ceremony yearly to recognise the top seaports, shipping lines and other logistics industry leaders. Best West Coast Seaport To be named best West Coast Seapor...

Grand Départ Copenhagen Denmark (GDCD), a company set up in Denmark to handle and plan the Danish Tour start, chose Blue Water to plan all air transport out of Denmark. In the autumn of 2021, Blue Water began planning the transports. Right from the beginning, GDCD emphasised the importance for this event taking place in Denmark and the ability of the airlines to solve the task on the highest international level. Early in the process, they had a detailed plan for the aircraft and operator...

Tokyo-based Classification Society, ClassNK announced that it has signed a MoU (Memorandum of Understanding) with Maersk Training, regarding training for offshore wind farm operators and education for alternative fuel ship crews. Maersk Training Maersk Training is an international industry leader in developing competencies and increasing skills, with over 16 locations worldwide. With over 40 years of experience, Maersk Training specialises in delivering training for the Oil and Gas, Renewables...

Friday was the closing day of the 30th SMM which took place on Hamburg’s exhibition campus from 6 to 9 September. During the anniversary edition of the flagship fair the maritime industry demonstrated its commitment to tackling the energy transition. Organisers, exhibitors and trade visitors alike delivered a positive summary of the event. The enthusiasm was palpable. After a four-year wait, the international maritime community was finally able to meet for a physical SMM in Hamburg again:...

SCH and sister company - CPS will be joining the leading lights of the cruise industry, as they assemble in Malaga, Spain, for Seatrade Cruise Mediterranean this week. They will be among some 200 cruise line representatives, plus 160 ports, destinations and suppliers, who will attend the two-day conference and exhibition. Over 3,000 visitors are expected to attend from more than 70 countries. Focus on the future direction of the cruise industry The focus will be on the state of the industry,...

MetOcean Telematics is pleased to announce they will be exhibiting at the 14th Buoy Workshop sponsored by the Marine Technology Society (MTS) in Wilmington, North Carolina from September 19 to 22, 2022. They are looking forward to presenting the latest products at the show and connecting with attendees in the industry. In addition, MetOcean’s Business Development Manager, Kyle MacInnis, will be delivering a presentation featuring MetOcean’s newest technology: STREAM+ and Iridiu...

SBM Offshore and Imodco are delighted to announce that the Imodco Ammonia CALM Terminal has been awarded Approval in Principle (AiP) by DNV. As part of the SBM Offshore Group, and based on more than 65 years of offshore Terminal expertise, IMODCO’s new Ammonia CALM Terminal is an exciting adaptation of existing market-renowned CALM technology to meet the new requirements of Ammonia.  Green Ammonia Green Ammonia is an exciting solution within the new energy mix, but one which also p...

The Port Authority of Valencia (PAV) will present at the Seatrade Cruise Med fair, one of the main world events linked to the cruise industry, its offer of excursions in municipalities in the province of Valencia based on sustainable, safe, non-seasonal, and adapted to the needs of cruise passengers. A differentiated offer that includes a wide range of urban or rural activities, with alternatives for lovers of the outdoors, sport or hiking, with more sustainable options. An offer that adds to...

Zero Emission Industries (ZEI), a globally renowned hydrogen technology company for maritime, has announced the first close of its Series A funding round. The round is led by Chevron New Energies, with additional investment from U.S.A-based shipping and logistics company, Crowley. The new funds are expected to enable Zero Emission Industries to roll out their next generation fully integrated marine power system and scale quickly, in order to meet the demand within the maritime industry for thei...

The ports of Singapore, Hamburg, Rotterdam, Antwerp, Barcelona, Gothenburg, and Montreal came together at Tanger Med to intensify close collaboration and discuss common projects related to port operations topics and innovations. Addressing the challenges The meeting succeeded in elevating the ongoing, fruitful dialogue to the next level. The participants focused on a range of common port issues, such as new technologies and innovations that drive daily port operations. These included digita...

MetOcean Telematics is pleased to announce the acquisition of the Nautics Group. Founded in Brisbane, Australia in 1991, Nautics has provided security surveillance solutions and support to the Law Enforcement, DoD & Intelligence communities around the globe for over 30 years. Nautics Group develops, designs, and manufactures a variety of covert audio devices. MetOcean is excited to add Nautics’ advanced audio monitoring technology to the suite of security products as they co...

Rolls-Royce is setting another milestone on the road to climate-neutral shipping with the approval of its Series 2000 and Series 4000 mtu marine diesel engines in 2023 for use with sustainable fuels. Following successful bench and field tests, the Rolls-Royce business unit Power Systems will gradually be approving its Series 2000 and Series 4000 mtu marine engines for EN15940 synthetic diesel fuels from the beginning of 2023. Sustainable fuels These fuels include the sustainable fuels - BtL (...

PD Ports has been announced as a Bronze Sponsor for Maritime UK Week. Starting on 10 October, Maritime UK Week 2022 will shine a spotlight on the latest developments in the maritime sector and engage people across the United Kingdom (UK) with the world of maritime. Responsible for enabling 95% of the UK’s global trade, maritime touches every part of people’s lives. As an island nation, during the COVID-19 pandemic, the maritime sector’s key workers kept the UK supplied with fo...

Rolls-Royce and Italian yacht builder Sanlorenzo plan to develop and build a large motor yacht with a methanol engine propulsion system able to run carbon-neutrally on 'green' methanol. The two companies announced an exclusive memorandum of understanding to this effect for yachts between 40 and 70 meters on the eve of the opening of the 2022 Cannes Yachting Festival. Powered by two mtu methanol engines based on the Series 4000, the Sanlorenzo yacht is expected to undertake her maiden voyage in...