23 September 2023
1 in 4 know little about biofouling – new survey report
Almost two-thirds (59%) of the shipping industry underestimate the negative environmental impacts of biofouling. A new report by Jotun.
Energy & Compliance
Stay up-to-date on the latest developments in environmental regulations and energy efficiency technologies, as well as news related to alternative fuels and sustainable shipping.
Decarbonization Seminar: The Benefits of ESDs in 2023
MAST MS and CMES-Tech held a decarbonization seminar session in Athens, Greece to provide insights on the benefits of Energy Saving Devices.
New 24,000TEU Megamax vessel with ESD, Bow Windshield & EGCS
ONE announced their 24,000-TEU class Megamax, equipped with a bow windshield, ESDs, EGCS, and high-performance antifouling paints.
Rotor Sails & Voyage Optimization cut up to 28% CO2 reduction
NAPA, Norsepower, and Sumitomo analyze the combination of rotor sails with voyage optimization to achieve maximum emissions reduction.
Retrofit vs newbuild? 45% of ships today will not comply
Carbon regulations targeting older, less efficient ships. Is it wiser to retrofit an existing vessel to improve its ratings, or replace it with a newbuild?
Ammonia-Powered ships: 5% adoption in 2 years
Clean ammonia-powered ships could be deployed on the iron ore trade routes between West Australia and East Asia by 2028 and reach 5% adoption by 2030.
Seawing Kite system new sea trials – Video
Wind propulsion specialist Airseas has successfully validated traction flights of the Seawing Kite system on Louis Dreyfus Armateurs’ vessel.
UK’s first net zero the Port of Aberdeen by investing £55 million
The port of Aberdeen to invest £55 million towards net zero emissions from vessels visiting the port, as well as the port’s own operations, by 2040.
Shore power in nearly all ports during latest voyage
AIDA Cruises expands the use of shore power - AIDAsol was connected to shore-side plants in nearly all ports during a voyage for the first time.
Multi-fuel future with 3 or more types simultaneously
A survey suggests a multi-fuel future for the maritime industry on the path to shipping's decarbonization and zero emissions through 2050.