S Korea achieves milestone with first simultaneous operations of methanol bunkering

 In a significant step towards establishing eco-friendly maritime practices, South Korea successfully conducted its first Simultaneous Operations (SIMOPs) of ship-to-ship methanol bunkering at Busan New Port on 4th October. This groundbreaking achievement marks a crucial advancement in the nation’s commitment to developing a sustainable ship fuel supply chain.  The Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries (MOF) spearheaded

Glovis Dual Fuel LNG RORO Carrier Docks at Hambantota International Port

The LNG (liquefied natural gas) dual-fuel RORO vessel Glovis Selene made its maiden call at the Hambantota International Port (HIP) last week, unloading 627 CEUs (Car Equivalent Units) and loading 934 CEUs bound for the Persian Gulf. This marks the second time a dual-fuel LNG vessel has docked at HIP, highlighting the port’s capacity to

Enough refining capacity in country to meet domestic needs: Puri

Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said there is no shortage of crude oil in the world and enough refining capacity in the country to meet the domestic requirements. Referring to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, the minister said it was his personal assessment that things will calm down, noting that

Biden administration to spend $3 bn on cleaner ports

In order to support an estimated 40,000 jobs and lower pollution, the Biden administration has pledged $3 billion in funding to upgrade and electrify port infrastructure. This money is given to 55 chosen recipients in 27 states and territories through the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Clean Ports awards. In order to provide better air for

Carbon Clean announces fully columnless carbon capture, with launch of CycloneCC C1 series

Carbon Clean, a leader in revolutionising carbon capture solutions, announced the launch of its breakthrough CycloneCC C1 series, marking the penultimate stage in the technology’s commercialisation. The CycloneCC C1 series is available in concentrations ranging from 3% to 20%, capturing up to 100,000 tonnes of CO2 per year. The CycloneCC C1 unit is fully modular and

ClassNK issues AiP for new membrane-type LNG carrier

ClassNK has issued an approval in principle (AiP) for a 30,000 m³ LNG carrier equipped with two Mark III Flex membrane tanks, developed by GTT. The vessel’s ballast tank design and ballasting operations allow for the elimination of filing limits, enhancing operational flexibility. The AiP demonstrates the feasibility of this design concept. In LNG carriers

Navigating the challenges of underwater radiated noise: A win-win for emissions and ocean health

The maritime industry’s push toward decarbonisation brings an unexpected benefit: the reduction of underwater radiated noise (URN). While the sector focuses intensively on emissions reduction and fuel efficiency, these same measures are quietly contributing to a healthier acoustic environment in our oceans. For ship owners and operators already investing in green technologies, addressing URN can

BPCL Russia oil intake share falls to 34% in Sept quarter

Indian refiner Bharat Petroleum Corp’s use of Russian oil fell to 34% of the total intake for crude processing in the July-September quarter due to a maintenance shutdown of units at its Bina and Kochi refineries, its finance head said. The state-run company, which can process about 706,000 barrels per day (bpd) at its three

HPCL set to launch LNG import terminal

Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL), a state-owned Indian company, plans to commission its new LNG import terminal—the sixth in India between December and January. Sources indicate that HPCL is in discussions with potential long-term LNG suppliers. The company has developed an LNG import terminal at Chhara, located in Gujarat State on India’s west coast. The

HSL will be crucial to green hydrogen movement

By concentrating on green hydrogen technology, Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL), a defense PSU under the Ministry of Defence, has taken significant steps to support the country’s sustainable energy transition. Modern hydrogen fuel cell technology will be introduced to the Indian marine industry by HSL in collaboration with Lotus Wireless Private Limited, a prominent Korean fuel