Danish offshore wind developer Ørsted has started the construction of FlagshipONE, Europe’s largest e-methanol project. FlagshipONE. Image by Ørsted The groundbreaking ceremony was held on 24 May in Örnsköldsvik, Sweden, in the presence of political and partner companies representatives. According to Ørsted, the groundbreaking marks the first steps in a
Hydrogen Mobility Ireland (HMI), a group of Irish stakeholders looking to develop the use of hydrogen for transport in Ireland, has issued a report on how the development of a hydrogen ecosystem can facilitate the production of sustainable e-fuels for use in aviation and shipping transport. In the report “The
The European Union (EU) and South Korea have established a Green Partnership to strengthen bilateral cooperation and exchange best practices on climate action, clean and fair energy transition, protection of the environment and other fields of the green transition. The partnership was launched in Korea’s Seoul during the EU-Korea summit
Mitsubishi Turbocharger and Engine Europe B.V. (MTEE) and Storm Group have signed a Letter Of Intent (LOI) to jointly develop a dual-fuel methanol/diesel retrofit kit for inland shipping. Koedood Marine Group As disclosed, this LOI aims to align the expectations of Mitsubishi and STORM for developing a marine dual-fuel methanol/diesel
French Bureau Veritas Solutions Marine & Offshore (BVS) and compatriot energy company Engie have formed a low-carbon advisory and risk management partnership for the shipping industry. Bureau Veritas (BV) Specifically, BVS joined forces with Engie’s entity Global Energy Management & Sales (GEMS), the energy management arm of Engie. The partners will
Austrian chemical company Borealis and Japanese shipping company IINO Kaiun Kaisha, Ltd. (IINO Lines) have signed a charter agreement for a dual-fuel liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) vessel, Oceanus Aurora. Borealis With a cargo tank capacity of 91,000 cbm, this very large gas carrier will transport feedstock – mainly propane and butane
HaiSea Marine, a joint venture majority-owned by the Haisla Nation in partnership with Seaspan ULC, has taken delivery of the first of three emissions-free battery electric tugs that will operate at LNG Canada’s new export facility in Kitimat, British Columbia. Courtesy of Sanmar Shipyards The vessel named HaiSea Wamis was
Mitsubishi Shipbuilding, a part of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group, has delivered an ammonia fuel supply system for large, low-speed two-stroke marine engines to Japan Engine Corporation (J-ENG). Image credit Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Based in Akashi City, Hyogo Prefecture, J-ENG is actively testing ammonia fuel under diverse conditions using an experimental
Dutch shipbuilding major Damen shipyards has inked a partnership agreement with Boluda Towage, part of Spain’s Boluda Corporación Marítima, aimed at bringing zero-emission tugs to Europe. Image credit Damen In the harbour and towage sector, electric and methanol-fueled propulsion systems currently offer the best and most available route to achieve zero emissions. The duo
Oslo-listed shipowner Klaveness Combination Carriers (KCC) has entered into a deal with Chinese shipbuilder Jiangsu New Yangzi Shipbuilding Co for the construction of three third generation (CABU III) vessels. Image credit: KCC The company said that the CABU III newbuilds will introduce a new standard of efficiency with an estimated
India Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW) has vowed to provide 30% financial support for the promotion of green shipping. Image credit MoPSW This initiative reflects the government’s dedication to fostering sustainable practices within the shipping industry, which is known for its significant environmental impact. By providing financial incentives,
The G7 summit in Hiroshima under Japan’s 2023 Presidency of the Group of Seven (G7) has brought together global leaders in a bid to step up international efforts to strengthen energy security and tackle climate change amid complex geopolitical challenges. On this mission, the G7 stresses the role gas, especially