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ERMA FIRST GROUP has successfully completed the acquisition of Ecochlor, in a move that reinforces its position as a trusted provider of ballast water treatment and advanced decarbonisation solutions. Broadening the range of ultra-efficient ballast water treatment systems (BWTS), future-proof decarbonisation solutions, and related services under the ERMA FIRST GROUP umbrella, the acquisition consolidates the company’s status as one of the world’s largest BWTS providers. Marine ecos...

ClassNK has launched a third-party product certification service for individual green steel products.  Under the service, ClassNK certifies each green steel product supplied by steel manufacturers using the mass balance approach, and affixes a certification logo to its mill certificate. By improving reliability and making identification easier, the service ensures that users feel more secure when ordering and using green steel. Mass balance approach ClassNK has supported decarbonisation...

Change is on the horizon. On 1 January 2025, FuelEU Maritime arrives, and with it a whole new approach to measuring, and reducing, the fleet emissions. To ensure compliance, flexibility and strategic business advantage they have to act now. But how? What are the foundations for success in a new regulatory reality? How can they turn complexity into smooth sailing, and profitable decision making? NAVTOR’s Jacob Clausen has some easy answers. 1. Ensure they Are Collecting the Right Data Th...

The push towards decarbonisation is slowing down rather than speeding up. With ambitious global goals looming ever larger on the horizon, what can they do to re-invigorate collective efforts? And profit from that push?   Ahead of next year’s Nor-Shipping, Knut Ørbeck-Nilssen, CEO Maritime DNV, says efficiency, timing and people are critical to “getting this show on the road.” Reduction by 2030 The scale is the IMO goals of a 20% emissions reduction by 2030, a 70%...

From 23-25 October 2024, the international maritime exhibition Europort Istanbul celebrated its long-awaited return to reconnect national and international shipping companies, shipbuilders, equipment & service suppliers. This 7th edition was held in the modern facilities of Yenikapi Expo Centre on the European side of the Marmara Sea and hosted more than 400 exhibiting companies from 35 countries.  International vibe The international vibe was also reflected by the various country p...

bound4blue has consolidated its position at the forefront of shipping’s revolution with a landmark contract with Maersk Tankers. The agreement is the largest wind-assisted propulsion system (WAPS) agreement for bound4blue to date, with 20 of the company’s type-approved eSAIL® suction sails to be installed on five MR tankers in 2025 and 2026. Turnkey efficiency Maersk Tankers identified the eSAIL® as a solution of choice in partnership with green technology catalyst Njord,...

Global safety solutions provider - VIKING Life-Saving Equipment and firefighting systems supplier - FAIN Co., Ltd. have signed an exclusive worldwide agreement for VIKING to provide certified services for marine fire systems and equipment delivered and installed by FAIN. FAIN supplies the full spectrum of firefighting systems for marine use, including CO2, foam, DP, water mist, sprinkler, alternative gases, and more. Headquartered in Yangsan, South Korea, the company is a major supplier to ship...

Maritime industry pioneers from the U.S. and Canada traveled to ABS’ World Headquarters to discuss the latest marine market trends in emerging ammonia, hydrogen, and carbon economies, offshore renewables, and nuclear energy. Cutting-edge academic research, technology, and sustainability initiatives were also highlighted at the annual ABS North America Regional Committee. Safety and high performance "We believe there is a high correlation between organisations who embrace safety and high...

Fincantieri and Crystal, the pioneer in exceptional cruise experiences, announced the finalisation of an order for the construction of one state-of-the-art high-end cruise ship, following the exercise of the option granted under the two-unit agreements disclosed to the market on June 27. The value of this agreement, subject to financing and other terms and conditions, is considered as large. Interior designs The ship will feature all-suite accommodations, with private verandas The new u...

The aim of the recently agreed cooperation between the two German technology companies AVAT and Kompressorenbau Bannewitz GmbH (KBB) is to make turbocharger technology for large combustion engines even more powerful and efficient through digitalisation. Turbochargers are a key factor for the performance and efficiency of internal combustion engines used in ships and stationary power plants for energy generation. Innovative digital solution New hardware and software will be able to collect and...

Wärtsilä Gas Solutions, part of technology group - Wärtsilä, will supply Nordic energy company - Gasum with biogas upgrading and liquefaction solutions for their new bioLNG plant. The plant will produce high-quality bioLNG from agricultural and organic household waste. The order was booked by Wärtsilä in Q4 2024. When operational, the Wärtsilä offering will be capable of producing 25 tons of bioLNG per day. bioLNG is formed by purifying biogas to high-qua...

Strategic Marine is pleased to announce a new contract with OEG Renewables, part of the OEG Energy Group, for a next-generation Crew Transfer Vessel (CTV) for Taiwan. This vessel, named Wey Feng, will be the fourth StratCat 27 that Strategic Marine is building for OEG—a testament to OEG’s confidence in our vessels and our ongoing commitment to supporting their offshore operations across the Asia Pacific. Offshore wind sector The Wey Feng is a BMT-designed, 27-meter alumi...

U-Boat Worx, the world pioneer in personal submersibles, proudly announces the launch of its 60th submarine. Marking a significant milestone in the company’s 20-year history, the latest addition to their fleet is a bespoke Super Yacht Sub 3, crafted exclusively for a client and outfitted in a striking metallic bronze colour scheme. Submarine innovation Founded in July 2005, U-Boat Worx set out with a vision to make the deep sea more accessible for private explorers and researchers ali...

Chevron Marine Lubricants, a subsidiary of Chevron Corporation, has further extended its global supply capacity to include Port Elizabeth, South Africa. This expansion notably enhances the company’s ability to serve vessels taking the longer route to avoid current conflict areas. It also represents a strategically important addition to Chevron’s distribution network in the southern region. Customer service and supply The expansion has been made possible through close collaboration...

Longstanding marine power solutions expert, Fischer Panda UK has recently enhanced its portfolio with the latest power technology innovation from Integrel Solutions. Integrel Solutions’ system, an advanced e-power system for the marine sector, revolutionises the way vessels are powered, offering an efficient and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional power sources. Range of marine applications This solution is ideal for a wide range of marine applications, including leisure...

Pennine Pneumatic Services Limited (PPS), a compressed air distributor in Yorkshire, UK, has become part of Atlas Copco Group. PPS is based in Brighouse in Yorkshire, England, and was founded in 1991, but also has branches in Sheffield, Hull, Leigh, and Alfreton. The company has 84 employees across the five locations. Energy-saving advice and solutions PPS offers energy-saving advice and solutions to manufacturers and other industries with applications that rely on compressed ai...

Lloyd’s List has been the trusted source for news and intelligence about the global shipping industry for nearly 300 years. Now its award-winning journalism and expert analysis are available instantly, anywhere, with the launch of the new Lloyd’s List App.  Available on the App Store for iOS users and Google Play store for Android devices, the new Lloyd’s List App has a suite of customisable features to keep users connected to the trends, issues and events that matter in...

Multraship Towage & Salvage held a christening ceremony on Friday, 1 November, to name their newest tug, MULTRATUG 36, in the port of Terneuzen, the Netherlands. The vessel is a Damen ASD Tug 3212. MULTRATUG 36 is the latest delivery from the order of three tugs Multraship placed with Damen to expand its fleet further to meet additional customer and project requirements. Towage and salvage services Jacqueline Pey, the spouse of Chris Pey, Multraship’s Senior Commercial Manager, did...

Eco Wave Power Global AB, a publicly traded onshore wave energy technology company announced the appointment of Ran Atias as Vice President of Engineering for the Eco Wave Power Group. Mr. Atias will begin his employment immediately and will be based in Eco Wave Power’s headquarters in Tel Aviv, Israel. Ran Atias Mr. Atias holds an MBA and a B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from Ben-Gurion University and joins Eco Wave Power with broad experience in the management of high-complexity me...

A subsidiary of Klaveness Combination Carriers ASA has entered into an agreement with the builder of the CABU III newbuildings, Jiangsu New Yangzi Shipbuilding Co. Ltd. and Jiangsu Yangzi Xinfu Shipbuilding Co., Ltd, to install its first ever Wind Assisted Propulsion System (WAPS) with two bound4blue eSAILs® suction sails on the third CABU III newbuilding for delivery in Q3 2026. The newbuild will be one of the first tanker/dry bulk vessels to feature bound4blue’s cutting-edge WAPS te...

Kongsberg Maritime has delivered its 1,000th ship design-the IWS Seawalker, a state-of-the art windfarm service operation vessel (CSOV), and one of six ‘Skywalker Class’ UT5519 DE for IWS Fleet. In a naming ceremony in the port of Hanstholm, Denmark, the IWS Seawalker, becomes the third Skywalker Class vessel to be delivered, and is due to be deployed in the North Sea in the coming weeks. Innovative vessel designs Kongsberg Maritime’s design team has been delivering inn...

The European Space Agency (ESA) has initiated a new flagship project, Decarbonisation through the Digitalisation in Shipping (DECARDIS), together with optimisation platform company Awake.AI, technology pioneer ABB and shipping company Wallenius Marine. The consortium, funded by ESA and led by Awake.AI, will collaborate on a port call optimisation solution, which focuses on helping ships cut greenhouse gas emissions by overcoming inefficiencies in the ship-port interaction.  Smart ship te...

Global HR, payroll, and crew management software specialist - Adonis, under the Ripple Operations brand, has entered into a strategic marketing partnership with Certus Online, a globally renowned provider of maritime booking and operational solutions, to enhance their combined service offerings for the maritime industry. The agreement marks a significant step towards providing seamless, integrated solutions for maritime operators. Adonis’ HR systems Certus Online’s Booking Platfor...

Ocean Network Express (ONE) released the financial result for FY2024 2nd Quarter (from July 2024 to September 2024). The revenue for FY2024 2nd quarter was USD 5,864 million, up 65% from the same quarter of the last year, with a net profit of USD 1,999 million (YoY +USD 1,812 million). The Asia-North America and Asia-Europe trades have experienced strong demand, driven by consistent consumer demand and an early peak season in July and August. In addition, early shipments in the North Ameri...

Cummins Inc., a global pioneer in power solutions, will exhibit its latest marine technologies at the International Workboat Show 2024, in New Orleans, from November 12-14, 2024.  QSK38 EPA Tier 4 solution Visitors to Booth 3001 will have the opportunity to examine the QSK38 EPA Tier 4 solution, designed with repower flexibility in mind.  This innovative engine provides clean power in a compact package, leveraging trusted technology that operators can depend on for their fleet. Dur...

Technology group - Wärtsilä has introduced its innovative NextDF feature for the Wärtsilä 25DF dual-fuel engine. While operating on liquefied natural gas (LNG), the NextDF feature reduces methane emissions to less than two percent of fuel use across all load points, achieving as low as 1.1 percent in a wide load range. What’s more, the nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions are lower than on the standard Wärtsilä 25DF engine, which already has low emission levels bel...

ClassNK has issued an approval in principle (AiP) for a 30,000 m3 LNG carrier equipped with two Mark III Flex membrane tanks, developed by GTT. The vessel’s ballast tank design and ballasting operations allow for the elimination of filing limits, enhancing operational flexibility. The AiP demonstrates the feasibility of this design concept. LNG carrier In LNG carriers with membrane tanks, filing limits are often required based on the strength assessments against sloshing loads, which ca...

DNV has awarded an Approval in Principle (AiP) to HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HD HHI) for its 15K TEU ammonia dual-fuelled container vessel design. This milestone follows the successful completion of a joint development project aimed at addressing the challenges associated with using ammonia as a marine fuel. Ammonia as a marine fuel The project focused on developing cutting-edge designs to enhance safety, including an optimised ammonia tank design, advanced fire safety systems, enhanced amm...

ClassNK has issued an Approval in Principle (AiP) for the Autonomous Navigation Assistance System - ‘SAS’ developed by Samsung Heavy Industries, Co., Ltd. Samsung Autonomous Navigation Assistance System (SAS) is a partially Autonomous Navigation System (ANS) including the functions of situational awareness through sensor fusion and electronic navigational chart information, collision and grounding risk assessment, and collision and grounding avoidance. Design, installation, and mai...

The Baltic Exchange has launched a Know-Your-Customer (KYC) platform to give the maritime sector greater access to company data to support informed decision-making and meet increased regulatory obligations. KYC platform KYC is a regulatory requirement in the banking and financial services sectors to ensure businesses do their due diligence on customers to prevent fraud, money laundering, and terrorism financing. With shipping a vital part of global commerce, the need to manage the risk of fra...