Nerd's Choice, Energy & ComplianceWhat is Vessel Pooling? Avoid FuelEU 2025 PenaltiesVessel pooling can support your decarbonisation strategy and help you avoid FuelEU Maritime penalties through renewable and low-carbon fuels.ShipNerdApril 4, 2024
Automation & DigitalizationNew Robot for Ship Maintenance Climbs WallsWall Climbing Robot Earns ClassNK Innovation Endorsement for Ship Maintenance and Enhanced Crew member Safety with Robotic Technology.ShipNerdApril 2, 2024
Naval & EngineeringAddressing thruster tunnel drag to save energyShipbuilding and hydrodynamics experts at Fincantieri and DNV have collaborated on a solution to address drag induced by bow thruster tunnels. ShipNerdApril 1, 2024
Nerd's Choice, Energy & ComplianceIs Hydrogen Fuel Bad for the Environment?Hydrogen fuel leaks are being investigated and labelled as the “new methane slip”, is this a fact or an excuse to continue the use of fossil fuels?ShipNerdMarch 28, 2024
Energy & ComplianceMore than €300k EU ETS Profits – new study showsShipping giants and their EU ETS profits from the carbon market are laid out by a new Transport & Environment (T&E) study.ShipNerdMarch 27, 2024
Marine IncidentsBaltimore Key Bridge Collapse after Vessel CrashMayor says rescue efforts are underway after cargo vessel crashed into Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, sending vehicles into water.ShipNerdMarch 26, 2024
Nerd's Choice, Energy & ComplianceMethanol Production & Supply – Is it ready for full deployment in 2024?The deployment of methanol as a marine fuel relies on renewable methanol production which is estimated to exceed 8m tons of per year by 2027.ShipNerdMarch 21, 2024
Nerd's Choice, Energy & ComplianceOffloading Onboard Captured Carbon – We are not ready yetA landmark study by the GCMD on offloading onboard captured carbon dioxide identifies low port readiness as there are key barriers to large-scale commercialization.ShipNerdMarch 20, 2024
Energy & ComplianceNew Hydrogen Generator Technology in GothenburgThe Port of Gothenburg utilizes a hydrogen generator with completely new technology piloted in the emission-free excavation work project.ShipNerdMarch 19, 2024
Energy & Compliance, Naval & EngineeringWhy Hybrid Ships are a surprisingly excellent idea?Hybrid ships can save you money in three key ways. But there’s also one additional reason they’re such an excellent idea. Find out what it is!ShipNerdMarch 15, 2024