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Veracity by DNV and INTERTANKO announces partnership, enabling DNV emissions verification customers to seamlessly share their data with INTERTANKO, further supporting the tanker industry in its decarbonisation efforts.   The partnership between Veracity by DNV and INTERTANKO represents an advancement in the use of verified emissions data by making it easier for tanker operators to share emissions data directly with external stakeholders, reducing their administrative workload. ...

WEG’s family of electronically commutated motors (ECMs) now has a wider power range with the release of the W30 Smart EC line. The W30 Smart EC was developed to solve different types of motor fan applications, such as exhaust and ventilation systems for poultry houses, parking lots, tunnels and industrial kitchens, where comfort and reliability are essential. The W30 Smart EC is an electric motor with an aluminium frame and IP55 protection rating, which means the...

On the eve of India’s Independence Day, the Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) hosted the first of a series of commemorative events to celebrate its Golden Jubilee, marking 50 years of rendering excellent service to the maritime industry. The event, held on 14th August 2024 in New Delhi, was graced by the presence of Chief of the Naval Staff, Adm. Dinesh K Tripathi, PVSM, AVSM, NM, as Chief Guest. Other attendees included senior officers of the Indian Navy, the Indian Coast Guar...

Brunvoll has been chosen to supply azimuth propulsion thrusters and thruster control systems for Norled’s four next hybrid ferries. The vessels will service the routes between Stokkvågen, Lovund, and Træna in Norway. The vessels are designed by LMG Marin and will be built at the Tersan Havyard Shipyard. Norwegian ferry operator Norled has won the contract for the routes based on a 90% reduction in emissions. Norled has an ambitious strategy for sustainability, and the new hybr...

Svanehøj adds a significant reference to its expanding portfolio within ammonia applications. The Danish liquified gas equipment specialist has been awarded a contract to supply 32 deep well fuel pumps for a new series of ammonia dual-fuel bulk carriers.  A new series of 210,000 DWT ammonia-fueled bulk carriers will be equipped with deepwell fuel pumps from Svanehøj. DW NH3 Fuel Pumps As a subcontractor to the AFSS supplier SunRui Marine Environment Engineering Co., Ltd., S...

Brunvoll has been chosen to supply azimuth propulsion thrusters and thruster control systems for Northrop’s four next hybrid ferries. The vessels will service the routes between Stokkvågen, Lovund, andTræna in Norway. The vessels are designed by LMG Marin and will be built at the Tersan Havyard Shipyard. Hybrid ferries Norwegian ferry operator - Norled has won the contract for the routes based on a 90% reduction in emissions. Norled has an ambitious strategy for sustain...

GAC Spain, a major provider of shipping and logistics services in the Iberian Peninsula, has opened a new office at the Port of Huelva, enhancing its support for customers within the country’s shipping and energy sectors. New office offerings The opening of GAC Spain’s newest office strategically positions the global ship agent to serve its existing dry and liquid bulk customers, as well as gas carriers at Huelva, with a suite of specialised services. These include ship agency, hu...

Berge Bulk, one of the world’s independent dry bulk owners, and Sofar Ocean, a San Francisco-based maritime technology company, announced that Berge Bulk has adopted Sofar’s Wayfinder platform across its fleet of owned vessels, including new vessels equipped with wind propulsion technology. Wayfinder Berge Bulk uses Wayfinder’s dynamic voyage optimisation to save fuel, time, and emissions, supporting the carrier’s “Maritime Marshall Plan” decarbonisation str...

The Nautical Institute (Singapore Branch) is pleased to announce the final speaker line-up and agenda for its 2024 Annual Conference, a cornerstone event at the Singapore Safety at Sea Week. This year’s conference, themed "Charting a Greener World – Dealing with Sustainability, Emergency Preparedness, and Seafarer Well-being," comes at a critical time for the maritime industry, as recent high-profile maritime casualties underscore the pressing need for innovative solutions...

Wallem Group, a globally renowned ship management company, has announced the appointment of Luis Benito as its new Group Business Development & Marketing Director, effective 19 August 2024. Luis will report directly to John Rowley, Wallem Group CEO. In his new role, Luis will be responsible for driving sustainable profitable revenue growth across the Group. He will work closely with Wallem’s Ship Management, SeaSafe, Ship Agency, and Commercial Services businesses to deliver innovatio...

With the aim of boosting Renewable Energy infrastructure in Chile, a significant global player in renewable energies, focused on the promotion, construction, and operation of power generation facilities from renewable sources, has partnered with WEG to acquire essential equipment for their project: a large-scale power transformer. WEG supplies large-scale power transformer The transformer will play a vital role in the wind farm's energy infrastructure, handling voltage regulation Destined for...

Teledyne Gavia announces the significant expansion of its Engineering and Production facilities in Kopavogur, Iceland, in response to the increased demand for both low logistics Gavia class systems and larger Osprey and SeaRaptor Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs). To meet this growing demand, Teledyne Gavia has more than doubled the size of its manufacturing facility and significantly increased its staff in engineering, manufacturing, and support roles. These enhancements will bolster opera...

They have demonstrated the latest training technology and capability to the UK’s emergency services, including the Babcock Immersive Training Experience (BITE). BITE is a new interactive and immersive training platform designed to rapidly prepare military and civil resilience teams to face the most demanding environments. Replicating the physical, sensory and cognitive challenges of operating in an urban environment, it bridges the gap between a sterile classroom and active operatio...

Brunvoll has signed a contract with Samsung Heavy Industries Co., Ltd for the delivery of a manoeuvring package for Tsakos Energy Navigation Ltd.'s new DP2 shuttle tanker. The contract is for equipment for one vessel, with two additional vessels as an option. Tsakos already has two vessels under construction with the same equipment and this adds up to potentially five vessels in total. The delivery from Brunvoll consists of three retractable azimuth thrusters, two tunnel thrusters, and Brunvoll...

In a significant move to support flood recovery efforts in Juneau, Alaska, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has announced a $50,000 donation to the Juneau Community Foundation. This contribution is aimed at providing direct financial assistance to residents affected by the unprecedented flooding triggered by the release of water from the Mendenhall Glacier. The recent flood, described as the worst in Juneau’s history, has caused widespread destruction, inundating homes and displacing numero...

Brittany Ferries is to become the majority owner of Condor Ferries, following recent changes in the ownership structure. Condor Ferries is the passenger and freight ferry operator between the UK (Poole, Portsmouth), the Channel Islands and St. Malo in France. Condor was originally acquired in November 2019 by a consortium comprising Brittany Ferries and the London-based Columbia Threadneedle European Sustainable Infrastructure Fund. Subject to approval by the regulatory authorities in Jers...

Construction of Scotland’s largest commercial shore power system started at Port of Aberdeen as part of a £4 million project designed to supply clean electricity to vessels at seven berths. The project is scheduled to deliver its first power in March 2025.  The ‘Shore Power in Operation’ demonstrator project is one of the first of its kind in the UK and was awarded match funding as part of the Department for Transport’s (DfT) Zero Emissions Vessels and Infrast...

Peninsula, the global pioneer in marine energy solutions, is pleased to announce the successful biofuel bunkering of the containership - Yantian Express by its IMO II chemical tanker, Aalborg. The supply operation was carried out for Hapag-Lloyd in the Port of Barcelona. The 88,500 GT vessel received 2,200mt of B30 VLSFO. The sustainable biofuel used for this blend was ISCC EU-certified biodiesel derived from Used Cooking Oil (UCOME). Lower-carbon marine fuels The addition of the Aalborg to t...

In time for the SMM, the steute business division Controltec presents an extended range of switchgear products with DNV approvals. These switching devices have been developed for applications often involving exposure to damp and wet (including saltwater). Their key features also include a wide temperature range (down to −60°C, depending on the series). The DNV approval certifies that they are mechanically robust and able to withstand shocks, impacts and vibrations up to 4 g – a c...

Ulsan Port Authority (UPA) has announced that it signed an equity investment agreement worth US$17.6 million with Hyundai Oil Terminal Corporation on 1 August 2024, to establish Korea’s alternative marine fuel supply chain centred on Ulsan Port. The investment is a follow-up to the 'Plan to Establish an Alternative Marine Fuel Supply Chain' announced at the government's emergency economic ministerial meeting in November 2023, with UPA taking the lead to strengthen the competitiveness of K...

Transportation of LNG entails complex decision-making processes that must be managed effectively to ensure operational efficiency and environmental compliance. And LNG operators can take a lead in sustainable shipping by leveraging advanced data-driven technologies to enhance performance in this fast-expanding sector, says OrbitMI. Green shift The LNG business is at the forefront of the green shift in shipping as liquefied natural gas (LNG) is seen as an important transition fuel, given signi...

Brunvoll has signed a contract with Tersan Shipyard for the delivery of propulsion and manoeuvring systems for two stainless steel chemical product tankers. Tune Chemical Tankers (TCT), which also is a part of Tersan Group will be the owner of the vessels. The contract also includes an option for two additional vessels. Brunvoll’s delivery for the vessels consists of a complete shaft line solution with a reduction gearbox and a controllable pitch propeller, a tunnel thruster, and Brunvoll...

The overarching purpose of The Fuel EU Maritime Regulation (FEMREG) is to accelerate the use of renewable and low-carbon fuels in shipping. It forms part of the EU’s Fit for 55 Package, aimed at reducing the greenhouse gas (“GHG”) intensity of energy used by ships above 5,000 GT by at least 55% by 2030 (compared to 1990 levels). FEMREG is intended to complement the EU Emissions Trading Scheme for maritime which came into force on 1 January 2024. Fuel EU Maritime monitoring pl...

On Wednesday, 7th August, 2024, Cattewater Harbour Commissioners (CHC) will celebrate 150 years since their constitution under The Pier and Harbour Orders Confirmation Act, of 1874. Safety, efficiency, and sustainability Since then, CHC has been dedicated to ensuring the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of Cattewater Harbour while supporting the economic growth of Plymouth and the wider South West region.  Through strategic planning, investment, and collaboration, the Commi...

KR is proud to announce the successful delivery of the groundbreaking low-carbon sailing cargo ship SV Juren Ae (IMO no. 1021245) to the Marshall Islands Shipping Corporation (MISC) on 31 July. Built under the KR class in South Korea, this innovative vessel marks a significant milestone in sustainable maritime transport. Funded by the International Climate Initiative (IKI), the SV Juren Ae, a 48-metre-long, 300 dwt supply vessel, is the result of a collaborative effort led by the Germ...

Genesis North America (GNA), as a major subcontractor of Offshore Oil Engineering Co., Ltd. (COOEC), has engaged ABS to support the RUYA Project, a production capacity improvement plan for the Al Shaheen field in Qatar operated by North Oil Company (NOC). An ABS advanced analysis team will lead a safety engineering program providing risk mitigation and asset integrity support. ABS will also perform a number of critical studies including dropped object analysis for subsea pipelines and cables....

Cell Design Bahamas Ltd, one of the renowned ICT services company in The Bahamas, added satellite services to its portfolio by signing a significant distributorship agreement with MetOcean Telematics (MetOcean). Met-Ocean is a prominent global Iridium Satellite Value-Added Reseller (VAR) focused on Iridium hardware solutions, data services, and support. MetOcean is a pioneer in the satellite communications industry. This partnership opens the doors for them to pioneering satellite services bein...

ClassNK has issued an Approval in Principle (AiP) for the membrane-type LNG carrier installed with the 'Wind Challenger', a hard sail wind propulsion system. The ship is jointly developed by Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. and Hanwha Ocean Co., Ltd. This marks the world's first AiP for an LNG carrier equipped with a Wind-Assisted Propulsion System (WAPS). As a solution for responding to environmental regulations and fuel cost reduction, the implementation of wind-assisted propulsion systems is in pro...

ClassNK has issued an Approval in Principle (AiP) for the membrane-type LNG carrier installed with the "Wind Challenger," a hard sail wind propulsion system. The ship is jointly developed by Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. and Hanwha Ocean Co., Ltd. This marks the world's first AiP for an LNG carrier equipped with a Wind-Assisted Propulsion System (WAPS). Wind-assisted propulsion systems As a solution for responding to environmental regulations and fuel cost reduction, the implementation of win...

Eco Wave Power Global AB, a publicly traded onshore wave energy developer, applauds Representatives Nanette Barragán (CA-44) and Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01) for the introduction of the Marine Energy Technologies Acceleration Act, legislation that would invest $1 billion to advance marine energy toward full-scale commercialisation. Marine energy harnesses the power from waves, tides, currents, and other water-based resources to generate a clean energy resource that can provide reli...