Marine

The maritime industry is on the cusp of significant regulatory change, with the upcoming FuelEU Maritime regulation set to reshape how shipping companies approach sustainability. As part of the European Union’s broader decarbonization strategy, FuelEU Maritime will require companies to adopt greener practices, placing a particular emphasis on the use […]

Introduction OceanOpt, a leading provider of emissions management solutions for the maritime industry, has announced a strategic partnership with Veracity by DNV, the prominent maritime emissions cloud from the independent assurance and risk management provider, DNV. This collaboration represents a significant advancement in helping shipping companies navigate the complexities of

In a groundbreaking step toward maritime decarbonization, the offshore supply vessel Viking Energy is set to become the world’s first vessel retrofitted with an ammonia-powered fuel cell. This significant development is part of the ambitious ShipFC project, which has received €10 million in funding from the European Union under the

In an exciting development for the maritime industry, Kongsberg Digital has announced a strategic partnership with Singapore-based Smart Ship Hub. This collaboration aims to accelerate the digital transformation of the maritime sector by integrating Kongsberg Digital’s Vessel Insight platform with Smart Ship Hub’s cutting-edge digital solutions. The partnership promises to

X-Press Feeders, the world’s largest independent common carrier, has once again taken a significant step forward in sustainable shipping by launching its second green methanol-powered route, the Green Baltic X-PRESS (GBX). This new service, which began operations on August 23, is part of Europe’s first scheduled feeder network powered entirely

Stolt Tankers Achieves Milestone by Transitioning to 100% Renewable Fuel on Barge Stolt Tankers has taken a significant step forward in its sustainability journey by successfully bunkering its barge, Stolt Main, with 100% renewable fuel. The shift to using HVO100, a pure form of hydrotreated vegetable oil, marks a critical

The shipping industry is at a crucial crossroads as it grapples with the need to decarbonize while navigating complex regulatory landscapes. Recent discussions at the Posidonia shipping exhibition in Greece have highlighted the sector’s cautious approach to sustainability, particularly when it comes to lifecycle emissions analysis of marine fuels. As

PSA BDP, a leading logistics and supply chain provider, has introduced an innovative Carbon Dashboard data service aimed at helping shippers accurately measure their freight carbon emissions. This new tool is designed to tackle one of the most significant challenges companies face in their sustainability efforts—gaining clear visibility and control

In a significant stride toward its decarbonization goals, Van Oord has successfully used a biofuel blend in Norway for the first time on its flexible fallpipe vessel. This milestone reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to reducing its carbon footprint while setting a benchmark for sustainable practices in the maritime industry. 

India is set to take a significant step towards decarbonizing its maritime sector with the launch of the Green Tug Transition Program (GTTP). Spearheaded by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, the initiative aims to replace diesel-powered tugs with zero-emission alternatives, contributing to a greener and more sustainable future

Pacific International Lines (PIL) is making significant strides towards sustainable maritime operations with its latest order of five new container vessels. These neo-Panamax-sized ships, each with a capacity of 13,000 TEU, will feature dual-fuel engines capable of running on both liquefied natural gas (LNG) and low-sulfur fuel oil. The vessels,

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL) is leading an innovative approach to sustainable fuel by exploring the use of biomethane derived from cow manure. In partnership with Hamanaka Town, JA Hamanaka, Takanashi Milk Products Co., Ltd., Hokkaido Gas Co., Ltd., and MOL Sunflower Ltd., the company has initiated a study to

The maritime industry is increasingly turning to innovative technologies to reduce emissions and enhance sustainability. Among these advancements, wind-assisted propulsion is gaining momentum as a practical solution. Leading the charge is bound4blue, a company pioneering cutting-edge sail technology to harness wind power and lower fuel consumption in shipping. This approach

The shipping industry is facing one of its most significant regulatory shifts with the introduction of the FuelEU Maritime regulations. As the EU seeks to decarbonize shipping in line with its broader climate goals, these regulations present shipowners with a challenging balancing act: comply with stricter sustainability requirements while managing

The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has put forward a proposal that could significantly reshape the maritime industry’s approach to decarbonization. The ICS suggests implementing a global greenhouse gas (GHG) levy aimed at accelerating the industry’s efforts to meet the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) 2050 emission targets. While this proposed