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  • China-built methanol dual-fuel container vessel ready for charter with Maersk

    China-built methanol dual-fuel container vessel ready for charter with Maersk Japan’s Tsuneishi Shipbuilding has delivered a methanol dual-fuelled container vessel at its shipyard in […] The post China-built methanol dual-fuel container vessel ready for charter with Maersk appeared first on Offshore Energy. Nadja Skopljak Go to offshore energy biz

  • Maersk enriches fleet with another methanol-powered vessel

    Maersk enriches fleet with another methanol-powered vessel Danish shipping and logistics titan A.P. Moller – Maersk has taken delivery of the […] The post Maersk enriches fleet with another methanol-powered vessel appeared first on Offshore Energy. Nadja Skopljak Go to offshore energy biz

  • Another approval in for multi-fuel and OCCS-ready bulk carrier

    Another approval in for multi-fuel and OCCS-ready bulk carrier Shortly after securing one from the Japanese classification society ClassNK, Oshima Shipbuilding has been […] The post Another approval in for multi-fuel and OCCS-ready bulk carrier appeared first on Offshore Energy. Nadja Skopljak Go to offshore energy biz

  • Alternative fuels and OCCS-ready bulk carrier gets ClassNK’s approval

    Alternative fuels and OCCS-ready bulk carrier gets ClassNK’s approval Japanese classification society ClassNK has issued approval in principle (AiP) for a concept design […] The post Alternative fuels and OCCS-ready bulk carrier gets ClassNK’s approval appeared first on Offshore Energy. Nadja Skopljak Go to offshore energy biz

  • Q&A: Caterpillar Marine discusses the shift to cleaner workboat power 

    Q&A: Caterpillar Marine discusses the shift to cleaner workboat power  As the maritime industry navigates the push toward decarbonization, vessel operators are weighing a complex mix of technologies, regulations and fuel options. Workboat operators, in particular, face tough choices as they balance performance, safety and cost while meeting emissions targets.  To explore how this transition is unfolding, Marine Log spoke with Will Watson, product manager –…

  • Finnlines RoPax vessel trio to sport Auramarine methanol fuel supply systems

    Finnlines RoPax vessel trio to sport Auramarine methanol fuel supply systems Auramarine, Finland’s fuel supply systems provider, has been tasked with providing a methanol fuel supply system (FSS) for three new Hansa Superclass roll-on/roll-off passenger (RoPax) vessels ordered by Finnlines, a compatriot shipping player. The post Finnlines RoPax vessel trio to sport Auramarine methanol fuel…

  • Baleària tests Europe’s first autonomous e-methanol system on electric ferry

    Baleària tests Europe’s first autonomous e-methanol system on electric ferry Spanish ferry operator Baleària will incorporate Europe’s first autonomous e-methanol power generation container, manufactured by the Catalan company specializing in sustainable energy solutions Methanol Reformer, into the electric ferry Cap de Barbaria. The eNomad system will be available in the coming weeks and will turn the Cap de…

  • EU launches first hydrogen mechanism call to link suppliers and buyers

    EU launches first hydrogen mechanism call to link suppliers and buyers To connect potential suppliers with buyers of hydrogen and its derivatives in the European Union (EU), the European Commission (EC) has launched its first call for interest under the Hydrogen Mechanism. The post EU launches first hydrogen mechanism call to link suppliers and buyers…

  • Hapag-Lloyd’s fleet to be enriched with 14 methanol dual-fuel units

    Hapag-Lloyd’s fleet to be enriched with 14 methanol dual-fuel units German container shipping heavyweight Hapag-Lloyd has placed firm orders at two yards based in […] The post Hapag-Lloyd’s fleet to be enriched with 14 methanol dual-fuel units appeared first on Offshore Energy. Sara Kosmajac Go to offshore energy biz

  • Indian yard clinched by Norwegian player to build six fit-for-future chemical tankers

    Indian yard clinched by Norwegian player to build six fit-for-future chemical tankers Indian shipbuilder Swan Defence and Heavy Industries Limited (SDHI) has shaken hands with Norway-based […] The post Indian yard clinched by Norwegian player to build six fit-for-future chemical tankers appeared first on Offshore Energy. Sara Kosmajac Go to offshore energy biz

  • FERRIES 2025: Innovations in emergency evacuation for alternative-fueled ferries

    FERRIES 2025: Innovations in emergency evacuation for alternative-fueled ferries As the ferry industry adopts alternative fuels, safety strategies must evolve to match new technologies. At next week’s Marine Log’s FERRIES Conference, Whitney Mantooth, senior engineer I, Technology Americas at ABS, will discuss how some fules, including methanol, have unique risks that are reshaping emergency evacuation…

  • Equinor and partners looking into Nordics’ first large-scale waste-to-methanol plant

    Equinor and partners looking into Nordics’ first large-scale waste-to-methanol plant Norwegian energy giant Equinor and NG Nordic-owned Mana have formed an early-stage strategic partnership to explore the potential development of the Nordics’ first large-scale waste-to-methanol project at Mongstad complex, with the support of sustainable technology solutions provider NEXTCHEM. The post Equinor and partners looking into Nordics’…

  • CMA CGM’s newest methanol dual-fuel boxship christened in South Korea

    CMA CGM’s newest methanol dual-fuel boxship christened in South Korea France-based maritime transport heavyweight CMA CGM has held a naming ceremony for its brand-new […] The post CMA CGM’s newest methanol dual-fuel boxship christened in South Korea appeared first on Offshore Energy. Sara Kosmajac Go to offshore energy biz

  • China’s first ship-to-ship methanol bunkering completed

    China’s first ship-to-ship methanol bunkering completed COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry (Shanghai) (CHI Shanghai) has completed China’s first ship-to-ship methanol bunkering operation by a shipbuilding and repair enterprise at a shipyard’s berth, marking a major milestone in the nation’s adoption of alternative marine fuels. The post China’s first ship-to-ship methanol bunkering completed appeared first on Offshore…

  • ClassNK approves SRC’s retrofit methanol storage solution

    ClassNK approves SRC’s retrofit methanol storage solution ClassNK has granted approval in principle (AiP) to SRC Group for its Methanol Superstorage solution. The post ClassNK approves SRC’s retrofit methanol storage solution appeared first on Offshore Energy. Aida Čučuk Go to offshore energy biz

  • ABP-backed collaboration wins UK government funding for green methanol project

    ABP-backed collaboration wins UK government funding for green methanol project TURBO-METH, a green methanol production technology project backed by the UK’s port operator Associated British Ports (ABP), has secured funding as part of the UK Department for Transport’s Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition (CMDC) 6. The post ABP-backed collaboration wins UK government funding for green methanol…

  • Navios and HJSC shake hands on methanol-ready boxship quartet order

    Navios and HJSC shake hands on methanol-ready boxship quartet order Greece-headquartered dry cargo vessel owner and operator Navios Maritime Partners has placed an order […] The post Navios and HJSC shake hands on methanol-ready boxship quartet order appeared first on Offshore Energy. Sara Kosmajac Go to offshore energy biz

  • Methanol Institute and Saudi Arabia join forces to advance maritime sustainability

    Methanol Institute and Saudi Arabia join forces to advance maritime sustainability Trade association Methanol Institute (MI) and Saudi Arabia’s Transport General Authority (TGA) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to advance maritime safety and sustainability. The post Methanol Institute and Saudi Arabia join forces to advance maritime sustainability appeared first on Offshore Energy. Aida…

  • Everllence, MEYER RE join forces to develop methanol retrofitting solutions

    Everllence, MEYER RE join forces to develop methanol retrofitting solutions German engine manufacturer Everllence (formerly MAN Energy Solutions) and compatriot MEYER RE, an arm […] The post Everllence, MEYER RE join forces to develop methanol retrofitting solutions appeared first on Offshore Energy. Sara Kosmajac Go to offshore energy biz

  • FERRIES 2025: Rethinking ferry evacuation for new fuels

    FERRIES 2025: Rethinking ferry evacuation for new fuels Marine Log’s 38th annual FERRIES Conference, taking place November 4-5 in Jersey City, N.J., across from the Manhattan skyline in New York City, will feature a safety-focused presentation from Whitney Mantooth, PhD, MPH, CSP, senior engineer, at the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), on how ferry operators…

  • Maersk expands green fleet with new methanol dual-fuel unit

    Maersk expands green fleet with new methanol dual-fuel unit Danish container shipping and logistics heavyweight A.P. Moller – Maersk has added a brand-new […] The post Maersk expands green fleet with new methanol dual-fuel unit appeared first on Offshore Energy. Sara Kosmajac Go to offshore energy biz

  • Lloyd’s Register okays HD KSOE’s 210,000 dwt multi-fuel bulk carrier design

    Lloyd’s Register okays HD KSOE’s 210,000 dwt multi-fuel bulk carrier design Lloyd’s Register (LR) has awarded approval in principle (AiP) to HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (KSOE) for its 210,000 dwt multi-fuel Newcastlemax bulk carrier design. The post Lloyd’s Register okays HD KSOE’s 210,000 dwt multi-fuel bulk carrier design appeared first on Offshore Energy.…

  • Pacific Basin signs methanol fuel deal with Towngas

    Pacific Basin signs methanol fuel deal with Towngas Hong Kong-based dry bulk shipping giant Pacific Basin has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with The Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited (Towngas) to secure supplies of green methanol, as the company moves to meet tightening international emissions standards. The deal outlines plans for Towngas…

  • Pacific Basin and Towngas enter green methanol supply MoU

    Pacific Basin and Towngas enter green methanol supply MoU Pacific Basin has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Towngas to enhance its access to volumes of green methanol marine fuel. The post Pacific Basin and Towngas enter green methanol supply MoU appeared first on Offshore Energy. Aida Čučuk Go to offshore energy biz

  • WinGD: Methanol dual-fuel engine passes sea trial with flying colors

    WinGD: Methanol dual-fuel engine passes sea trial with flying colors Swiss engine maker WinGD, in collaboration with COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry (Yangzhou) shipyard and CMD, has completed sea trials for its methanol dual-fuel engine. The post WinGD: Methanol dual-fuel engine passes sea trial with flying colors appeared first on Offshore Energy. Ajsa Habibic Go to…

  • India and Netherlands set the wheels in motion for green maritime corridor

    India and Netherlands set the wheels in motion for green maritime corridor India and the Netherlands have laid the groundwork for setting up a green and digital maritime corridor between the Port of Rotterdam and Indian ports. The post India and Netherlands set the wheels in motion for green maritime corridor appeared first on Offshore…

  • 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…

  • First offshore hydrogen-ammonia-methanol platform begins trial operation in China

    First offshore hydrogen-ammonia-methanol platform begins trial operation in China The first offshore platform for the integrated production of green hydrogen, ammonia, and methanol has been constructed in Yantai, China, and is set to commence the trial operation, state-owned energy enterprise China Energy Investment Corporation revealed. The post First offshore hydrogen-ammonia-methanol platform begins trial operation in China…

  • MMMCZCS: Retrofit project preparing bulkers for methanol paves the way to greener shipping

    MMMCZCS: Retrofit project preparing bulkers for methanol paves the way to greener shipping The project for retrofitting conventionally-fueled Kamsarmax bulk carrier to dual-fuel methanol, co-led by MMMCZCS and Tsuneishi Shipbuilding, has received approval in principle (AiP), paving the way for green transition within the medium-size bulk carrier sector. The post MMMCZCS: Retrofit project preparing bulkers…

  • 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

  • Methanol-ready subsea vessel pair with battery hybrid tech lands on Kongsberg’s worksheet

    Methanol-ready subsea vessel pair with battery hybrid tech lands on Kongsberg’s worksheet Kongsberg Maritime has won a new design and equipment assignment for two multipurpose subsea vessels envisioned to be methanol-ready dual-fuel ships, sporting battery hybrid technology, which are set to be built for multiple purposes and optimized for advanced offshore operations under rough conditions.…

  • Svitzer’s battery-methanol tug will have 6 MWh AYK Energy battery

    Svitzer’s battery-methanol tug will have 6 MWh AYK Energy battery The first of its kind battery-methanol tug that global towage operator Svitzer has on order at Turkey’s Uzmar shipyard will have a 6 MWh battery supplied by Andorra-headquartered AYK Energy. It is AYK’s first contract with Uzmar. The 6MWh battery-powered tug will be deployed in…

  • Cummins gains AIP for methanol-ready marine engines

    Cummins gains AIP for methanol-ready marine engines Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) says that it has received Approval in Principle (AIP) from DNV for its methanol-ready QSK60 IMO II and IMO III engines, available from 2000 – 2,700 hp (1,491 – 2.013 kW). Received in June 2024, the AIP validates Cummins retrofittable methanol dual-fuel solution for…

  • Methanol automation order for Jan De Nul’s XL cable-layers lands in Finland

    Methanol automation order for Jan De Nul’s XL cable-layers lands in Finland Valmet, a Finland-headquartered developer and supplier of process technologies, automation and services for the […] The post Methanol automation order for Jan De Nul’s XL cable-layers lands in Finland appeared first on Offshore Energy. Nadja Skopljak Go to offshore energy biz

  • WinGD debuts X-DF-M methanol-fueled engine

    WinGD debuts X-DF-M methanol-fueled engine Swiss marine power company WinGD’s first methanol-fueled engine is set for delivery after passing factory and type approval tests. The post WinGD debuts X-DF-M methanol-fueled engine appeared first on Offshore Energy. Aida Čučuk Go to offshore energy biz

  • Unibarge clinches methanol bunker license for ‘key’ European ports

    Unibarge clinches methanol bunker license for ‘key’ European ports Unibarge, a Dutch-Swiss company specializing in inland tanker shipping, has secured a license to […] The post Unibarge clinches methanol bunker license for ‘key’ European ports appeared first on Offshore Energy. Sara Kosmajac Go to offshore energy biz

  • Steel cut for Rem Offshore’s second methanol-ready energy subsea construction vessel (Video)

    Steel cut for Rem Offshore’s second methanol-ready energy subsea construction vessel (Video) Norwegian shipping company Rem Offshore has held the steel cutting ceremony for its second […] The post Steel cut for Rem Offshore’s second methanol-ready energy subsea construction vessel (Video) appeared first on Offshore Energy. Nadja Skopljak Go to offshore energy biz

  • Interview with Madoqua: Clear regulations needed to kick-start green fuels bonanza

    Interview with Madoqua: Clear regulations needed to kick-start green fuels bonanza Offshore Energy spoke with Madoqua’s Chief Commercial Officer, Marloes Ras, about the current challenges and opportunities that could drive forward the adoption of green fuels in the maritime industry. The post Interview with Madoqua: Clear regulations needed to kick-start green fuels bonanza appeared first…

  • Samsung E&A secures $1.7 billion deal to build UAE’s first methanol plant

    Samsung E&A secures $1.7 billion deal to build UAE’s first methanol plant TA’ZIZ awarded an engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contract worth $1.7 billion to Samsung E&A for UAE’s first methanol plant. The post Samsung E&A secures $1.7 billion deal to build UAE’s first methanol plant appeared first on Offshore Energy. Ajsa Habibic Go to…

  • Mabanaft to rebuild tank terminal in Hamburg to facilitate methanol import and storage

    Mabanaft to rebuild tank terminal in Hamburg to facilitate methanol import and storage Germany’s energy company Mabanaft plans to rebuild its tank terminal in the Port of Hamburg to enable the storage of methanol and facilitate its import to Northern Germany. The post Mabanaft to rebuild tank terminal in Hamburg to facilitate methanol import and…

  • Global Energy and Towngas team up for methanol bunker supply

    Global Energy and Towngas team up for methanol bunker supply Singapore’s Global Energy Trading, part of Global Energy Group, and The Hong Kong and China Gas Company (Towngas) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to develop green methanol supply solutions for the shipping industry across Asia. Towngas has a methanol production plant in Ordos,…

  • DNV: LNG dominated 2024 orders for alternative-fueled vessels

    DNV: LNG dominated 2024 orders for alternative-fueled vessels Confirming a trend recently noted by Clarksons, the latest data from DNV’s Alternative Fuels Insights (AFI) platform shows that 2024 drove a significant rise in orders for alternative-fueled vessels. Even without counting in LNG carriers, 515 alternative-fueled ships were ordered, a 38% year-on-year increase on 2023. The…

  • Ane Maersk powers up with green methanol in Shanghai

    Ane Maersk powers up with green methanol in Shanghai Shanghai International Port Group’s (SIPG) bunkering ship Hai Gang Zhi Yuan has supplied 3,000 […] The post Ane Maersk powers up with green methanol in Shanghai appeared first on Offshore Energy. Sara Kosmajac Go to offshore energy biz

  • WinGD runs X-DF-M methanol-fueled engine at full load

    WinGD runs X-DF-M methanol-fueled engine at full load Swiss marine power company WinGD has run the first commercial engine at full load on more than 95% methanol fuel, reaching a milestone in realizing its X-DF-M engine design. The post WinGD runs X-DF-M methanol-fueled engine at full load appeared first on Offshore Energy. Aida Čučuk Go…

  • French energy company to work on e-methanol project on Haropa Port site

    French energy company to work on e-methanol project on Haropa Port site As part of the ‘West A29’ call for projects, French renewable energy company Qair has been awarded a parcel on the Haropa Port site, in Le Havre, to develop its e-methanol production project Methavert. The post French energy company to work on e-methanol…