In Florida, Maritime Executive reports the Dutch Advertising Standards Authority ruled that MSC Cruises must modify its environmental claims regarding the use of liquefied natural gas in its cruise ships. The ruling, prompted by complaints from environmental groups, focused on statements that MSC’s LNG-fueled ships were an “important milestone” in the journey toward decarbonization. The […]
In Sweden, RoRo operator WALLENIUS SOL introduced a new option that allows customers to purchase liquefied biogas to offset their transport’s fuel consumption, supporting a move toward more sustainable shipping. Customers can choose to replace between 10% and 100% of their fuel with biogas, reducing carbon emissions while complying with global climate goals. “It might […]
In Singapore, Manifold Times reports Arkas Bunker began supplying Bio24F bunker fuel in Türkiye, marking the country’s first use of biofuel in the maritime industry. The fuel was used to refuel Arkas Line’s container vessel, Matilde A, at Marport, blending 24% ISCC-certified used cooking oil with 76% fuel oil. Seckin Gul, General Manager at Arkas […]
In Germany, Yara International opened its new ammonia import terminal in Brunsbüttel, Germany, capable of importing up to three million tonnes of low-emission ammonia annually to drive Germany’s hydrogen economy. Located on the North Sea and Kiel Canal, the Brunsbüttel site where Yara has been operating for 50 years, now plays a key role in […]
In Rhode Island, seaglider manufacturer REGENT Craft received $4 million in incentives from the Rhode Island Commerce Corporation to support its expansion at North Kingstown’s Quonset Business Park. This expansion will enable the construction of a 255,000-square-foot facility, creating 300 jobs over the next decade as REGENT continues to push the boundaries of regional costal […]
In Texas, classification society American Bureau of Shipping issued an approval in principle to Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases’ ammonia fuel supply system designed for merchant ships. Nikkiso’s system combines efficient pumps with an integrated fuel management system, focusing on operational safety and reliability. The approval follows ABS’s review based on class and statutory […]
In Washington D.C. the U.S. Department of Energy’s Bioenergy Technology Office announced Oak Ridge National Laboratory successfully tested biointermediates in marine engines, representing a significant milestone in the quest to decarbonise large ocean-going vessels. In collaboration with national labs NREL, PNNL, and ANL, ORNL evaluated biointermediates derived from wood and municipal waste in a unique […]
In the UK, Financial Times reports Vincent Clerc, CEO of AP Møller-Maersk, warned that Europe risks falling behind the US and China in green technology innovation due to insufficient incentives. Speaking in an interview with a Financial Times reporter, Clerc highlighted that while both Washington and Beijing have implemented substantial subsidies for companies transitioning away […]
In Sweden, PowerCell Group secured a SEK 165 million order from a leading Italian marine OEM manufacturer for 56 Marine System 225 fuel cell units, marking one of the largest marine fuel cell orders to date. These systems, scheduled for delivery between mid and late 2025, will primarily power commercial cruise ships, providing over 6.3 […]
In the Netherlands, TankMatch, a leading barge operator, and Evos, an independent liquid bulk storage provider, announced a strategic alliance to deliver green methanol bunkering services across the Amsterdam–Rotterdam–Antwerp region. With over 300 methanol-capable vessels expected to enter operation by 2028, the partnership aims to address the rising demand for sustainable marine fuels by offering […]
