31 May 2023
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.
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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?
The world’s first battery tanker design – New release
Japanese power transfer vessel developer PowerX has unveiled the detailed design of the first-ever ‘battery tanker’ set for domestic and international field testing in 2026.
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.
Is Retrofit a future-proof solution for your fleet?
As new sustainability and safety standards come into force around the world, ship owners must consider retrofit the swift and cost-efficient option.
Maritime decarbonization to benefit from EUR 2 billion funds
The European Parliament formally approved on Tuesday the new ETS law, earmarking around EUR 2 billion in funds for maritime decarbonization.
Stolt Tankers utilize new graphene propeller coatings on 25 vessels
Stolt Tankers has become the first Chemical Tanker company to apply GIT’s graphene-based propeller coatings to its fleet.