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  • Pacific Basin closes its 2nd sustainability-linked loan

    Pacific Basin closes its 2nd sustainability-linked loan Hong Kong-based dry bulk vessel owner and operator Pacific Basin Shipping has closed a new $250 million sustainability-linked 7-year senior secured committed revolving credit facility for general corporate purposes. The post Pacific Basin closes its 2nd sustainability-linked loan appeared first on Offshore Energy. Naida Hakirevic Prevljak Go to…

  • European Commission completes hydrogen framework with new low-carbon methodology

    European Commission completes hydrogen framework with new low-carbon methodology The European Commission has adopted a greenhouse gas (GHG) emission methodology for low-carbon hydrogen and fuels, as set out in the Hydrogen and Gas Market Directive, completing the European Union’s (EU’s) regulatory framework for hydrogen. The post European Commission completes hydrogen framework with new low-carbon methodology…

  • Satellite down for the count but fight against methane in oil & gas realm will go on

    Satellite down for the count but fight against methane in oil & gas realm will go on MethaneSAT has lost contact with a satellite developed to shed light on methane emissions that other tools cannot detect, with a focus on oil and gas operators as the largest industrial source of the methane menace.   The post…

  • Helsinki, Lübeck-Travemünde ports get €22M EU boost

    Helsinki, Lübeck-Travemünde ports get €22M EU boost The European Commission has granted a total of €22 million in co-funding for the Hansalink 3 project between the Finnish Port of Helsinki and the German port of Lübeck-Travemünde. The post Helsinki, Lübeck-Travemünde ports get €22M EU boost appeared first on Offshore Energy. Naida Hakirevic Prevljak Go to…

  • Hong Kong unveils new scheme to boost green marine fuel bunkering

    Hong Kong unveils new scheme to boost green marine fuel bunkering The Marine Department of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) has launched an incentive scheme for bunkering of green marine fuels. The post Hong Kong unveils new scheme to boost green marine fuel bunkering appeared first on Offshore Energy. Naida Hakirevic Prevljak Go…

  • In a landmark move, OSPAR bans scrubber discharges in North-East Atlantic waters

    In a landmark move, OSPAR bans scrubber discharges in North-East Atlantic waters A staged ban on scrubber discharges in coastal waters in the North-East Atlantic area […] The post In a landmark move, OSPAR bans scrubber discharges in North-East Atlantic waters appeared first on Offshore Energy. Naida Hakirevic Prevljak Go to offshore energy biz

  • Op-Ed: Sustainability means cleaning up our water, too

    Op-Ed: Sustainability means cleaning up our water, too By Peter Satchwell, global business director, Wärtsilä Water & Waste The maritime industry finds itself navigating increasingly choppy regulatory waters. Shipowners and operators today face an ever-expanding array of rules and compliance requirements, with the complexity and scope of mandatory reporting growing exponentially. Whilst this regulatory evolution…

  • Op-Ed: 5 things to know about FuelEU Maritime and IMO MEPC 83

    Op-Ed: 5 things to know about FuelEU Maritime and IMO MEPC 83 Commentary from Maria Angeles Lopez, Decarbonization Manager at Peninsula As of January 1, 2025, the maritime industry has been navigating a new regulatory landscape with the introduction of FuelEU Maritime, a regulation aimed at reducing emissions and encouraging the transition to cleaner fuels through an…

  • Alternative fuels: How far has tanker industry come?

    Alternative fuels: How far has tanker industry come? The tanker sector keeps its finger on the pulse regarding fuel options but is cautious about readiness, safety, and regulatory support, BIMCO, the world’s largest international shipping association, said. The post Alternative fuels: How far has tanker industry come? appeared first on Offshore Energy. Naida Hakirevic Prevljak…

  • Canopée proves wind propulsion potential on transatlantic voyage

    Canopée proves wind propulsion potential on transatlantic voyage Two years after its launch, Canopée— believed to be the first industrial cargo vessel equipped with four automated OceanWings—has demonstrated the potential of wind-assisted propulsion. The post Canopée proves wind propulsion potential on transatlantic voyage appeared first on Offshore Energy. Naida Hakirevic Prevljak Go to offshore energy…

  • India to get its ‘first’ independent ammonia storage terminal by 2026

    India to get its ‘first’ independent ammonia storage terminal by 2026 AVTL, a joint venture between Aegis Logistics Limited and Vopak India, has announced plans […] The post India to get its ‘first’ independent ammonia storage terminal by 2026 appeared first on Offshore Energy. Sara Kosmajac Go to offshore energy biz

  • UK’s new guidance sheds light on North Sea oil & gas game as application window opens

    UK’s new guidance sheds light on North Sea oil & gas game as application window opens In the wake of a Supreme Court ruling, marking the first inclusion in Britain’s history of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the combustion of oil and gas in environmental impact assessments (EIAs) for hydrocarbon extraction projects, the United Kingdom…

  • Op-ed: Shipping’s new net zero framework: Where to next?

    Op-ed: Shipping’s new net zero framework: Where to next? Real momentum is building behind the global shipping industry’s transition towards a zero-emission future. The post Op-ed: Shipping’s new net zero framework: Where to next? appeared first on Offshore Energy. Offshore-Energy.biz Go to offshore energy biz

  • Interview: High-growth regions, subsea, and FPSO jobs unlocking EnerMech’s resilience in energy realms

    Interview: High-growth regions, subsea, and FPSO jobs unlocking EnerMech’s resilience in energy realms EnerMech, an Aberdeen-headquartered integrated solutions specialist, has pinpointed the focus on high-growth regions, subsea work, and floating production, storage, and offloading (FPSO) assignments as its tripartite resilience formula, which it uses as keys to achieving resilience against the backdrop of ongoing economic…

  • Oil & gas price uptick and vessel rerouting as Israel-Iran conflict keeps markets on edge

    Oil & gas price uptick and vessel rerouting as Israel-Iran conflict keeps markets on edge A spike in crude oil prices and tweaks to ships’ regular routes are some of the key indicators of uncertainty enveloping energy and shipping markets in the wake of Israel’s attack on Iran, as both countries turn off their giant…

  • GC Rieber Shipping to build zero-emission freighter

    GC Rieber Shipping to build zero-emission freighter Norwegian shipping company GC Rieber Shipping has entered into a letter of intent for the construction of a fully electric battery-powered freight carrier. The post GC Rieber Shipping to build zero-emission freighter appeared first on Offshore Energy. Naida Hakirevic Prevljak Go to offshore energy biz

  • UK throws support behind carbon capture and storage pair set to unlock $34 billion by 2035

    UK throws support behind carbon capture and storage pair set to unlock $34 billion by 2035 Offshore Energies UK (OEUK), has deemed the UK’s backing of carbon capture, usage, and storage (CCUS) projects as an important step for the domestic offshore energy industry, as the country works to bankroll its transition from oil and gas…

  • Finland’s Meriaura returns to family ownership

    Finland’s Meriaura returns to family ownership Finnish shipping company Meriaura has been returned to family ownership under Meriaura Invest Oy’s 100% ownership. The post Finland’s Meriaura returns to family ownership appeared first on Offshore Energy. Naida Hakirevic Prevljak Go to offshore energy biz

  • Port of Brisbane sets out Vision 2060 to future-proof trade and drive sustainability

    Port of Brisbane sets out Vision 2060 to future-proof trade and drive sustainability Australia’s Port of Brisbane (PBPL) has launched Vision 2060, a roadmap aimed at strengthening Queensland’s economic position, preparing trade infrastructure for future demands, and guiding the port’s shift toward greater sustainability and efficiency. The post Port of Brisbane sets out Vision 2060…

  • Norne, Port of Aalborg seal 30-year pact for EU-backed CO2 hub

    Norne, Port of Aalborg seal 30-year pact for EU-backed CO2 hub Denmark-based energy infrastructure company Fidelis New Energy’s portfolio company, Norne, and the Port of […] The post Norne, Port of Aalborg seal 30-year pact for EU-backed CO2 hub appeared first on Offshore Energy. Sara Kosmajac Go to offshore energy biz

  • APM Terminals opts for SANY Marine battery-electric solutions

    APM Terminals opts for SANY Marine battery-electric solutions APM Terminals, a container terminal operator based in the Netherlands and part of Danish shipping and logistics giant Maersk, and SANY Marine, a Chinese port and logistics equipment provider and a subsidiary of SANY Group, have signed a master framework agreement to drive decarbonization. The post APM…

  • Aquaterra scoops up two jobs on Britain’s first permitted offshore carbon storage project

    Aquaterra scoops up two jobs on Britain’s first permitted offshore carbon storage project Aquaterra Energy, a UK-headquartered offshore energy engineering solutions provider, has picked up a new set of assignments with Northern Endurance Partnership (NEP) – encompassing BP, Equinor, and TotalEnergies – for work on the first offshore carbon capture and storage (CCS) project to receive…

  • Viking Line to deploy ‘world’s largest’ all-electric ferry on Helsinki-Tallinn route

    Viking Line to deploy ‘world’s largest’ all-electric ferry on Helsinki-Tallinn route Finland-based shipping company Viking Line is to launch an emission-free route between Helsinki and […] The post Viking Line to deploy ‘world’s largest’ all-electric ferry on Helsinki-Tallinn route appeared first on Offshore Energy. Sara Kosmajac Go to offshore energy biz

  • MPA and Yinson GreenTech to elevate Singapore’s maritime digital twin

    MPA and Yinson GreenTech to elevate Singapore’s maritime digital twin The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with green technology solutions provider Yinson GreenTech (YGT) to advance the capabilities of the Maritime Digital Twin (MDT), a platform that models Singapore’s port environment using real-time operational data. The…

  • BP green-lights batch of energy projects: Next chapter of mega gas field is a go

    BP green-lights batch of energy projects: Next chapter of mega gas field is a go BP has revealed final investment decisions for multiple projects, including the next phase of development for a giant natural gas field in the Caspian Sea, described as one of the world’s largest gas-condensate fields and the company’s largest gas discovery.…

  • Drop in UK oil & gas players’ profits prompts calls for tax changes to amplify investments

    Drop in UK oil & gas players’ profits prompts calls for tax changes to amplify investments Offshore Energies UK (OEUK), has urged the government to take action on the energy profits levy (EPL), known as the windfall tax on oil and gas profits, by next year to put all ingredients in place to secure jobs, energy…

  • Q&A:  Peter Peltenburg, CEO, Cargo Care Solutions

    Q&A:  Peter Peltenburg, CEO, Cargo Care Solutions As Netherlands-based Cargo Care Solutions marks its 40th anniversary, the company stands at a pivotal moment of growth and innovation. Known for its global expertise in servicing and supplying spare parts for cargo access equipment, cargo pump systems, container lashing, and hydraulics, Cargo Care Solutions has built a…

  • Geely: LNG-powered 7,000 CEU RoRo ship debuts in China, embarks on maiden voyage

    Geely: LNG-powered 7,000 CEU RoRo ship debuts in China, embarks on maiden voyage Chinese automaker Geely Holding has celebrated the launch of its first self-owned roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) ship, Geely JISU Fortune, operated by JISU Logistics. The post Geely: LNG-powered 7,000 CEU RoRo ship debuts in China, embarks on maiden voyage appeared first on Offshore Energy.…

  • Moeve and Armas Trasmediterránea strike marine biofuel supply deal

    Moeve and Armas Trasmediterránea strike marine biofuel supply deal Spanish energy major Moeve, formerly Cepsa, has reached a strategic agreement with compatriot shipping company Armas Trasmediterránea to supply second-generation (2G) marine biofuels in the Canary Islands. The post Moeve and Armas Trasmediterránea strike marine biofuel supply deal appeared first on Offshore Energy. Aida Čučuk Go…

  • Norsepower to deliver rotor sails for six eco-friendly chemical tanker newbuilds

    Norsepower to deliver rotor sails for six eco-friendly chemical tanker newbuilds Finnish cleantech company Norsepower is set to supply six units of its wind propulsion […] The post Norsepower to deliver rotor sails for six eco-friendly chemical tanker newbuilds appeared first on Offshore Energy. Sara Kosmajac Go to offshore energy biz

  • Ningbo Zhoushan Port eyes green shipping corridors with Hamburg, Wilhelmshaven and Valencia ports

    Ningbo Zhoushan Port eyes green shipping corridors with Hamburg, Wilhelmshaven and Valencia ports Ningbo Zhoushan Port in East China has signed an agreement with one Spanish and two German ports to initiate the development of green shipping corridors and accelerate maritime decarbonization. The post Ningbo Zhoushan Port eyes green shipping corridors with Hamburg, Wilhelmshaven and…

  • BC Ferries’ new battery-powered ship touches water at Damen Galati yard

    BC Ferries’ new battery-powered ship touches water at Damen Galati yard Romania-based Damen Shipyards Galati, part of Dutch shipbuilder Damen Shipyards Group, has launched the latest Island class ferry for Canadian ferry company BC Ferries. The post BC Ferries’ new battery-powered ship touches water at Damen Galati yard appeared first on Offshore Energy. Naida Hakirevic…

  • Wärtsilä’s 4-stroke ammonia engine delivers up to 90% GHG emission reduction

    Wärtsilä’s 4-stroke ammonia engine delivers up to 90% GHG emission reduction Finland-based marine technology major Wärtsilä has achieved a “significant” reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions […] The post Wärtsilä’s 4-stroke ammonia engine delivers up to 90% GHG emission reduction appeared first on Offshore Energy. Sara Kosmajac Go to offshore energy biz

  • EMSA to assist EU in implementing maritime decarbonization measures

    EMSA to assist EU in implementing maritime decarbonization measures The European Council and the European Parliament have reached a provisional political agreement aiming at aligning “more accurately” the mandate of the European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA). The post EMSA to assist EU in implementing maritime decarbonization measures appeared first on Offshore Energy. Naida Hakirevic Prevljak…

  • Wilson Sons achieves 80% emission cut via renewable energy

    Wilson Sons achieves 80% emission cut via renewable energy Brazilian shipping player Wilson Sons has marked a new decarbonization milestone, having managed to […] The post Wilson Sons achieves 80% emission cut via renewable energy appeared first on Offshore Energy. Sara Kosmajac Go to offshore energy biz

  • Foreship to help Wasaline up hybrid ferry’s energy storage capacity almost sixfold

    Foreship to help Wasaline up hybrid ferry’s energy storage capacity almost sixfold Finland-based naval architecture and engineering consultancy Foreship has been contracted to support compatriot shipping company Wasaline in delivering a battery upgrade on MV Aurora Botnia that will see the ferry’s energy storage capacity increase nearly sixfold. The post Foreship to help Wasaline up…

  • Japan consortium to seek ‘deeper’ pathways toward a carbon-neutral future

    Japan consortium to seek ‘deeper’ pathways toward a carbon-neutral future A consortium consisting of seventeen Japanese organizations has jointly launched a social collaboration program […] The post Japan consortium to seek ‘deeper’ pathways toward a carbon-neutral future appeared first on Offshore Energy. Sara Kosmajac Go to offshore energy biz

  • Port of Santos, North Sea Port eye green shipping corridor

    Port of Santos, North Sea Port eye green shipping corridor Brazil’s Santos Port Authority (APS) and the Dutch-Belgian North Sea Port have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate on decarbonization-oriented initiatives. The post Port of Santos, North Sea Port eye green shipping corridor appeared first on Offshore Energy. Naida Hakirevic Prevljak Go to…

  • South Korea wants to build ‘world’s largest’ liquefied hydrogen carrier

    South Korea wants to build ‘world’s largest’ liquefied hydrogen carrier South Korea’s government has revealed plans to build ‘the world’s largest’ liquefied hydrogen (LH2) carrier in an effort to develop a competitive advantage in this market segment and ensure the future of the Korean shipbuilding industry. The post South Korea wants to build ‘world’s largest’…

  • Exclusive interview: Balancing act between energy security and decarbonization unlocking oil & gas resilience

    Exclusive interview: Balancing act between energy security and decarbonization unlocking oil & gas resilience Sulzer has pointed out the operators’ need to pursue decarbonization tools to ensure cleaner production and more efficient operations, maximizing productivity and enhancing sustainability to tackle the climate change ticking time bomb and come to grips with energy security challenges. The…

  • NatPower H, HyNaval to jointly support construction of 20 hydrogen-powered vessels by 2030

    NatPower H, HyNaval to jointly support construction of 20 hydrogen-powered vessels by 2030 NatPower H, a developer of infrastructure in the green hydrogen industry with offices in Europe and the US, and HyNaval, a French shipyard focused on the construction and retrofit of hydrogen-powered ships, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate on…

  • Noble tucks CCS rig tech milestone under its belt

    Noble tucks CCS rig tech milestone under its belt U.S.-headquartered offshore drilling giant Noble Corporation has confirmed the receipt of a certificate related to carbon capture and storage (CCS) rig technology from DNV, an energy expert and assurance provider. The post Noble tucks CCS rig tech milestone under its belt appeared first on Offshore Energy.…

  • SBM Offshore’s NearZero FPSO design gets ABS’ blessing

    SBM Offshore’s NearZero FPSO design gets ABS’ blessing SBM Offshore, a provider of the design, construction, installation, and operation of offshore floating facilities, has received a stamp of approval for its NearZero floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) design from the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), a classification society. The post SBM Offshore’s NearZero FPSO design…

  • Q&A: David Tyler of Artemis Technologies on e-foil vessel

    Q&A: David Tyler of Artemis Technologies on e-foil vessel Marine Log recently sat down with David Tyler, co-founder of Belfast, Northern Ireland-based Artemis Technologies, to discuss the world’s first commercially viable e-foiling system for marine transport, the Artemis EF-12 Escape, which recently debuted in New York City. Marine Log (ML): What specific technologies or innovations in the Artemis EF-12…

  • Barnacle biofouling can hurt decarbonization efforts of global shipping fleet, new study shows

    Barnacle biofouling can hurt decarbonization efforts of global shipping fleet, new study shows High levels of barnacle biofouling on underwater hulls across the global shipping fleet can significantly drag down decarbonization efforts and increase fuel costs, a new study found. The post Barnacle biofouling can hurt decarbonization efforts of global shipping fleet, new study shows…

  • Damen to deliver another all-electric tug to Noatum Maritime

    Damen to deliver another all-electric tug to Noatum Maritime Damen Shipyards Group and Noatum Maritime have agreed on the delivery of a second, all-electric Damen RSD-E Tug 2513. The post Damen to deliver another all-electric tug to Noatum Maritime appeared first on Offshore Energy. Aida Čučuk Go to offshore energy biz

  • SEA Europe: EU needs to address ‘fragmented funding landscape’ to drive maritime innovation, decarbonization

    SEA Europe: EU needs to address ‘fragmented funding landscape’ to drive maritime innovation, decarbonization As the European Union prepares its next long-term budget, the Shipyards & Maritime Equipment Association of Europe (SEA Europe) has urged the European Commission to address the current funding fragmentation with regard to the maritime sector. The post SEA Europe: EU…

  • New hub aims to fast-track sustainable maritime innovation in Canada

    New hub aims to fast-track sustainable maritime innovation in Canada Canada’s University of Victoria (UVic) and the Centre for Ocean Applied Sustainable Technologies (COAST) […] The post New hub aims to fast-track sustainable maritime innovation in Canada appeared first on Offshore Energy. Sara Kosmajac Go to offshore energy biz

  • Swire Shipping: 3 ships serving the Pacific Islands switch to biofuel

    Swire Shipping: 3 ships serving the Pacific Islands switch to biofuel Singapore-based shipping company Swire Shipping revealed that three of its vessels serving the South Pacific have made the switch to B24 and B30 second-generation biofuel blends. The post Swire Shipping: 3 ships serving the Pacific Islands switch to biofuel appeared first on Offshore Energy.…

  • South Korea–Europe green shipping corridor promises 70% CO₂ cut

    South Korea–Europe green shipping corridor promises 70% CO₂ cut The proposed South Korea–Europe Green Shipping Corridor (GSC) could cut carbon emissions by over 70% along key trade routes between Pyeongtaek Port and major European automotive hubs, a new report found. The post South Korea–Europe green shipping corridor promises 70% CO₂ cut appeared first on Offshore…

  • COSCO Dalian yard names, delivers another 77,000 dwt green pulp carrier

    COSCO Dalian yard names, delivers another 77,000 dwt green pulp carrier Chinese shipbuilder COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry (Dalian) has named and delivered a 77,000 dwt multipurpose pulp vessel ordered by the Bank of Communications (BoCom) Financial Leasing. The post COSCO Dalian yard names, delivers another 77,000 dwt green pulp carrier appeared first on Offshore Energy.…

  • Hinicio advocates for port-led hydrogen growth in Latin America and the Caribbean

    Hinicio advocates for port-led hydrogen growth in Latin America and the Caribbean Hinicio, a Belgium-based consulting firm specializing in hydrogen and its derivatives, has outlined a series of recommendations aimed at supporting ports in Latin America and the Caribbean to play a central role in climate action and in advancing the hydrogen economy across the…

  • Fugro joins Methanol Institute to steer transition to low-carbon fuels

    Fugro joins Methanol Institute to steer transition to low-carbon fuels Dutch geo-data solutions provider Fugro has joined the Methanol Institute (MI), a global trade association for the methanol industry, in line with transitioning its fleet of geotechnical and geophysical vessels to low-carbon fuels. The post Fugro joins Methanol Institute to steer transition to low-carbon fuels…

  • TPAO signs up for global oil & gas decarbonization initiative

    TPAO signs up for global oil & gas decarbonization initiative Türkiye Petrolleri A.O. (TPAO) has become the 56th player to come on board the Oil and Gas Decarbonization Charter (OGDC), which is set on stepping up the worldwide decarbonization game in the oil and gas industry at speed and scale. The post TPAO signs up…

  • Q&A: Decarbonization 2.0 with Svitzer

    Q&A: Decarbonization 2.0 with Svitzer Marine Log recently spoke with Gareth Prowse, head of decarbonization at Denmark-based Svitzer, on Svitzer’s strategies and technologies for enhancing efficiency and sustainability in port operations. Marine Log (ML): Svitzer operates in over 180 ports globally, each with its own regional regulations and market conditions. How does Svitzer adapt its…

  • 6PAC+ alliance representative: MEPC 83 is a defining moment for shipping’s future

    6PAC+ alliance representative: MEPC 83 is a defining moment for shipping’s future Pacific nations have reiterated that the International Maritime Organization (IMO) is on the brink of making history with binding regulations to phase out fossil fuel use in global shipping. The post 6PAC+ alliance representative: MEPC 83 is a defining moment for shipping’s future…

  • Ocean shipping carbon tax could gouge US consumers, say opponents 

    Ocean shipping carbon tax could gouge US consumers, say opponents  Government representatives are meeting this week to finalize the first-ever global carbon tax on ocean shipping emissions in a move that opponents say could disproportionately hit American consumers. The initiative is being driven by the International Maritime Organization, which regulates global shipping, following a 2023…

  • Sea-Cargo retrofitting RoRo pair to cut fossil fuel use by up to 50%

    Sea-Cargo retrofitting RoRo pair to cut fossil fuel use by up to 50% Norwegian shipowner Sea-Cargo has decided to remodel two of its roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) ships in an effort to achieve a reduction of 50% in fossil fuel consumption. The post Sea-Cargo retrofitting RoRo pair to cut fossil fuel use by up to 50% appeared…

  • UN carbon levy talks: Now is the time to show solidarity with climate vulnerable countries

    UN carbon levy talks: Now is the time to show solidarity with climate vulnerable countries A global carbon price on shipping—the world’s ‘first’ global carbon pricing on any sector—is being negotiated as part of measures to deliver the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) climate commitment: an equitable transition to zero-emissions by 2050. The post UN carbon…

  • NCL: Bio-methanol-powered containership inaugurated in Norway

    NCL: Bio-methanol-powered containership inaugurated in Norway Norwegian transportation company North Sea Container Line AS) together with partners Elkem ASA, and MPC Container Ships ASA (MPCC), have begun operating NCL Vestland, a new methanol dual-fuel containership, in Haugesund, Norway. The post NCL: Bio-methanol-powered containership inaugurated in Norway appeared first on Offshore Energy. Naida Hakirevic Prevljak Go…

  • MBF, ZESTAS join forces to accelerate zero-emission shipping

    MBF, ZESTAS join forces to accelerate zero-emission shipping The Maritime Battery Forum (MBF) and the Zero Emission Shipping Technology Association (ZESTAs) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to formalize their collaboration in advancing zero-emission shipping technologies. The post MBF, ZESTAS join forces to accelerate zero-emission shipping appeared first on Offshore Energy. Naida Hakirevic Prevljak…

  • MPA Singapore and Wärtsilä renew maritime decarbonization partnership

    MPA Singapore and Wärtsilä renew maritime decarbonization partnership The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and Finland’s technology major Wärtsilä have renewed their partnership to accelerate maritime decarbonization and digitalization. The post MPA Singapore and Wärtsilä renew maritime decarbonization partnership appeared first on Offshore Energy. Aida Čučuk Go to offshore energy biz

  • New digital collaboration eyes end-to-end green supply chains

    New digital collaboration eyes end-to-end green supply chains With a focus on fostering greener supply chains, PSA International, DNV Singapore and Pacific International Lines (PIL) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate on carbon emission measurement, reporting and verification (MRV) and jointly develop sustainable solutions to advance decarbonization in the maritime and logistics…

  • Success or downfall on the horizon: Maritime decarbonization is standing at the crossroads

    Success or downfall on the horizon: Maritime decarbonization is standing at the crossroads The upcoming International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) climate talks are set to decide the fate of the maritime sector’s decarbonization, which is a prerequisite for decarbonizing the global economy as a whole. The post Success or downfall on the horizon: Maritime decarbonization is…

  • MARIC’s new ammonia-ready bulker wins DNV AiP

    MARIC’s new ammonia-ready bulker wins DNV AiP Norwegian classification society DNV has awarded approval in principle (AiP) to China’s shipbuilding R&D institute Marine Design and Research Institute of China (MARIC) for its new wide beam ammonia-ready Kamsarmax bulk carrier. The post MARIC’s new ammonia-ready bulker wins DNV AiP appeared first on Offshore Energy. Naida Hakirevic…

  • Panama to incentivize low-emission shipping with new priority passage program

    Panama to incentivize low-emission shipping with new priority passage program The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) has unveiled a new initiative that prioritizes vessels running […] The post Panama to incentivize low-emission shipping with new priority passage program appeared first on Offshore Energy. Sara Kosmajac Go to offshore energy biz

  • PIL inks two MoUs to drive sustainable maritime operations and supply chain decarbonization

    PIL inks two MoUs to drive sustainable maritime operations and supply chain decarbonization Singaporean shipping company Pacific International Lines (PTE) has signed memoranda of understanding (MoU) with two companies to further its journey towards sustainable maritime operations and supply chain decarbonization. The post PIL inks two MoUs to drive sustainable maritime operations and supply chain…

  • Wiernicki: What IMO does next will decide shipping’s decarbonization success

    Wiernicki: What IMO does next will decide shipping’s decarbonization success The IMO (International Maritime Organization) 2023 strategy on the reduction of GHG emissions from ships calls for shipping to reach net-zero GHG emissions by or around, i.e. close to, 2050. “The IMO really has to step up now if we are to deliver on the…

  • Ports of Rotterdam and Singapore working zealously on green and digital shipping corridor

    Ports of Rotterdam and Singapore working zealously on green and digital shipping corridor The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and the Port of Rotterdam have signed a cooperation agreement to further strengthen their efforts on the Rotterdam-Singapore Green and Digital Shipping Corridor. The post Ports of Rotterdam and Singapore working zealously on green…

  • Second Stena Drilling rig sports DNV’s drillship notation for emissions abatement

    Second Stena Drilling rig sports DNV’s drillship notation for emissions abatement Stena Drilling has welcomed the award of an Abate (P) notation, which DNV has now bestowed upon another one of its drillships following the rig owner’s addition of multiple technical and operational measures for the rig to cut its fuel consumption and greenhouse gas…

  • Vinssen earns AiP certification for Korea’s first hydrogen propulsion tug

    Vinssen earns AiP certification for Korea’s first hydrogen propulsion tug Vinssen Co. Ltd., a maritime decarbonization technology specialist focused on hydrogen fuel cells and supporting systems, has received the Approval in Principle (AiP) certification from the Korean Register for Korea’s first tugboat featuring a hydrogen fuel cell propulsion system. This certification marks a significant milestone in the…

  • Financial headwinds may hinder e-fuels production in developing countries, making equitable transition unattainable

    Financial headwinds may hinder e-fuels production in developing countries, making equitable transition unattainable Poor access to funding and higher costs of capital in developing countries could almost double the prices of e-fuels they produce, compared to developed economies—even when renewable energy resources such as onshore wind and solar are superior, according to a new study.…

  • ‘Pragmatic’ offshore energy investment policy key to ensure UK’s supply chain stays put

    ‘Pragmatic’ offshore energy investment policy key to ensure UK’s supply chain stays put With research showing that nine out of ten companies perceive business playgrounds in other countries as better suited for investment and growth, Britain’s trade body for the offshore energy industry, Offshore Energies UK (OEUK), has warned the UK government about the looming uncertainty…

  • Op-Ed: Service vessels at the heart of marine electrification

    Op-Ed: Service vessels at the heart of marine electrification By James Edwards, Chief Engineer – Marine, Helix Decarbonization is at the top of the agenda across the marine value chain. Suppliers and operators are investing record amounts to allow the industry to meet commitments such as the IMO’s pledge for net zero shipping emissions by…

  • Chowgule splashes Vertom’s second 6,000 dwt diesel-electric vessel

    Chowgule splashes Vertom’s second 6,000 dwt diesel-electric vessel Dutch short-sea shipping company Vertom Group recently named the second unit in a series […] The post Chowgule splashes Vertom’s second 6,000 dwt diesel-electric vessel appeared first on Offshore Energy. Sara Kosmajac Go to offshore energy biz

  • Danish Shipping shares 10 recommendations to scale up production of green fuels

    Danish Shipping shares 10 recommendations to scale up production of green fuels Trade and employers’ association Danish Shipping has launched its recom­men­da­tions to accelerate the production of alternative fuels. The post Danish Shipping shares 10 recommendations to scale up production of green fuels appeared first on Offshore Energy. Naida Hakirevic Prevljak Go to offshore energy…

  • Vopak marks ‘inaugural’ biofuel bunkering operation in the UAE as done

    Vopak marks ‘inaugural’ biofuel bunkering operation in the UAE as done Vopak Horizon Fujairah Limited, a UAE-based subsidiary of Dutch energy storage operator Vopak, recently […] The post Vopak marks ‘inaugural’ biofuel bunkering operation in the UAE as done appeared first on Offshore Energy. Sara Kosmajac Go to offshore energy biz

  • SEA-LNG says IMO should remain fuel agnostic

    SEA-LNG says IMO should remain fuel agnostic SEA-LNG said today that it and its members welcome the ongoing discussions at IMO to establish technical and economic measures to achieve the 2023 IMO Strategy on Reduction of GHG Emissions from Ships. “Despite the limited time remaining before MEPC83,” says SEA-LNG, “we remain confident that the current…

  • Metacon, Pherousa: Ammonia cracking tech greenlit by DNV, ABS

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