Decarbonisation

Wind-assisted propulsion continues to make advancements into more segments of the shipping industry, with Norsepower reporting it has signed its first contract for newbuild VLCCs and its first newbuilds in Japan. The company offers...

In a seismic era for shipping and global sustainability efforts, the perception of LNG as a marine fuel has shifted dramatically in recent years. Once seen as one of many ‘alternatives’ in the future...

A new industry report reveals how nuclear propulsion creates competitive advantage for both operators and charterers through superior economics and performance. Nuclear-powered containerships have the potential to eliminate bunker costs, cut greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions...

With another liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargo out of the way, LNG Canada, a joint venture company encompassing Shell, Petronas, PetroChina, KOGAS, and Mitsubishi, has reached a new milestone at its giant LNG export...

A two-stroke ammonia engine manufactured by German marine engine producer Everllence (formerly known as MAN Energy Solutions) is all but ready to hit the maritime industry market. As disclosed on November 13, Everllence’s dual-fuel ME-LGIA...

Hydrogen is a promising alternative fuel for the next generation of marine power. Technological innovation and collaboration across stakeholders are ensuring that the industry's existing and future infrastructure is capable of supporting the clean...

This revised guidance provides shipbuilders and shipowners technical, regulatory and safety frameworks for integrating fuel cell power systems into new and existing vessels. Lloyd’s Register (LR) has released updated guidance for the installation of fuel...

Twenty green fuel producers have called on delegates of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to seize a ‘once-in-a-generation’ opportunity to set shipping on a sustainable pathway. At this week’s extraordinary session, leaders will come together...

South Korea’s K Shipbuilding (KSB) has clinched a contract to construct two alternative fuel-ready 50,000 dwt tankers for Greece-based shipowner Lastco. According to Greek shipbroker Intermodal, K Shipbuilding is set to build two future-fit vessels...

Next week, the Panama Canal will launch NetZero Slot, an initiative designed to incentivize Neopanamax vessels powered by clean fuels and equipped with energy-efficient technologies. With this move, the Panama Canal Authority (ACP) aims to...