In Germany, Hapag-Lloyd has announced a massive $4 billion investment to bolster its container ship fleet with 24 new eco-efficient vessels, set to be delivered between 2027 and 2029. This strategic expansion involves two contracts with leading Chinese shipyards: Yangzijiang Shipbuilding Group and New Times Shipbuilding Company Ltd. The order includes twelve ships from Yangzijiang, […]
In Canada, EverWind Fuels said it has been awarded $16 million through Transport Canada’s Green Shipping Corridor Fund, marking a significant milestone in establishing Atlantic Canada as a premier hub for green hydrogen and ammonia production and transportation. The firm noted that this strategic investment will support critical marine and shore-side infrastructure development at EverWind’s […]
In China, China Classification Society awarded Approval in Principle certificates for two innovative dual-fuel vessels—the Honghu ammonia-fueled container ship and the Haijing methanol-fueled bulk carrier—developed by CSSC Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding Company in Shanghai. These ship types were showcased at a launch event attended by over 200 representatives from 84 organizations, including shipowners, leasing firms, and […]
In New York, Marine Link reports shipping companies, including NYK and MOL, are advancing ammonia as a marine fuel to cut emissions, with recent launches in Tokyo and Western Australia showing its potential. NYK, alongside IHI Power Systems and ClassNK, launched Sakigake, the first ammonia-fueled tugboat, which began a three-month trial in Tokyo Bay in […]
In Denmark, the Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping released survey findings on the maritime community’s perception of ammonia as a marine fuel. As the International Maritime Organization targets net-zero emissions by 2050, ammonia is emerging as a promising alternative fuel. Yet, concerns linger about safety, training, and regulation readiness. The survey reached […]
In Switzerland, marine power company WinGD introduced its X-DF-P engine option, offering marine operators the flexibility to run on both liquefied petroleum gas and ammonia, paving the way for vessels to adapt to changing fuel demands without major retrofits. While costs remain undisclosed, the innovative ‘pre-fit’ system targets vessels under construction for the expanding ammonia […]
In Germany, MAN Energy Solutions launched the €15 million AmmoniaMot 2 project, a research initiative aimed at developing a four-stroke, medium-speed ammonia-powered engine for maritime use. Building on the success of the initial AmmoniaMot project, this new phase seeks to enhance ammonia combustion technologies for shipping, supported by Germany’s Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate […]
In the UAE, ADNOC completed its acquisition of a majority stake in Fertiglobe, raising its ownership to 86.2% and marking a pivotal moment in ADNOC’s ambition to become a global leader in low-carbon ammonia. As part of ADNOC’s plan to become a top global player in low-carbon fuels, Fertiglobe is set to expand its ammonia […]
In Germany, Yara International officially opened its new ammonia import terminal in Brunsbüttel, Germany. Brunsbüttel is located on the North Sea and Kiel Canal, making it an ideal hub for enabling the hydrogen economy in Germany, the company said. With the new terminal, Yara has the infrastructure to enable imports of up to three million […]
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 […]
