24 March 2025

ShipNerd

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DNV Confirms Wing Propulsion Vessel with 32% Energy-Saving

DNV validated the two BAR Technologies’ Wing propulsion on a case vessel, reducing energy consumption of the main engine by 32% per NM.

After a 10-year fall, the shipyard output started to pick up in Q1 reaching a 7-year quarterly high. Projecting a 15% y-o-y increase for 2024.

A shore power connection will save fuel and cut your vessel emissions – here are 5 more exciting reasons to invest in ship-to-shore power now!

MEPC 81 took place, adopting new amendments to the BWM Convention while also the temporary storage of sewage and grey water in BWTks.

KRISO launched a new research program to develop small modular reactors, SMR-powered ships and floating SMR power generation platforms.

What are the new developments for enhanced flexibility and efficiency of cargo and Boil-Off Gas, BOG management on LNG carriers?

Vessel pooling can support your decarbonisation strategy and help you avoid FuelEU Maritime penalties through renewable and low-carbon fuels.

Wall Climbing Robot Earns ClassNK Innovation Endorsement for Ship Maintenance and Enhanced Crew member Safety with Robotic Technology.

Shipbuilding and hydrodynamics experts at Fincantieri and DNV have collaborated on a solution to address drag induced by bow thruster tunnels.

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?