Seafarer Wellbeing Highlighted in New Decarbonisation Guidance from ISWAN

The International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN) has released new guidance aimed at placing seafarers at the core of the maritime industry’s transition to zero-carbon operations. Developed in response to an industry-wide survey conducted in 2023, the guide outlines practical measures to support the mental and physical wellbeing of seafarers amid rapid technological and

India Outlines Green Hydrogen Strategy at World Hydrogen Summit 2025 in Rotterdam

At the World Hydrogen Summit 2025, held in Rotterdam, the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE), Government of India, emphasized the country’s growing leadership in renewable energy and its strategic push into green hydrogen. Secretary Shri Santosh Kumar Sarangi delivered a keynote address outlining India’s vision and progress toward building a robust green hydrogen

Port of Rotterdam and EDGE Navigation Partner to Advance Liquid Hydrogen Infrastructure

he Port of Rotterdam Authority and EDGE Navigation have signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) to collaborate on building infrastructure to support the use of liquid hydrogen (LH₂) in maritime transport. The agreement was formalized during the World Hydrogen Summit held in Rotterdam. The partnership aims to position Rotterdam as a key hub for maritime

Finnlines Launches Low-Carbon “Green Lane” Sea Transport Service with Up to 90% Emission Cuts

Finnish shipping company Finnlines has introduced a new sustainable shipping initiative, Green Lane, offering freight and passenger customers low-emission transport options powered by either electricity or renewable biofuels. The service officially launched on May 22, 2025. The initiative aims to support customers in meeting tightening environmental regulations and decarbonisation goals. Two options for new low

Microsoft Teams Up with NORDEN to Cut Maritime Supply Chain Emissions

Danish shipping company NORDEN has launched a pilot initiative with Microsoft aimed at reducing emissions across maritime supply chains. The project leverages NORDEN’s biofuel-powered voyages and its Book and Claim solution to address carbon output associated with sea freight. Through this collaboration, Microsoft is expected to cut nearly 10,000 tonnes of CO₂ equivalent (CO₂e) from

Höegh Autoliners’ Fifth Aurora-Class PCTC Enters Service with Multi-Fuel Capability

Höegh Autoliners has launched commercial operations for its fifth Aurora-class Pure Car and Truck Carrier (PCTC), the Höegh Sunrise. The vessel, with a capacity of 9,100 car equivalent units (CEU), is currently en route to Shanghai for bunkering, followed by stops in Japan and Europe. The Aurora-class fleet, comprising twelve ships, is equipped with multi-fuel

Next-Gen Marine Propulsion: MAN Launches Methanol Super Engine

MAN Energy Solutions has announced plans to deliver the world’s most powerful methanol-powered two-stroke engine in June 2025. The engine, rated at 82,440 kW, is currently under construction by Chinese manufacturer CSSC-MES Diesel Co., Ltd. (CMD) and is designed to power a new class of ultra-large container vessels. The engine is the first of 12

Port of Amsterdam Marks First Ship-to-Ship Methanol Bunkering

The Port of Amsterdam has reached a major milestone in sustainable maritime operations with its first ship-to-ship methanol bunkering. Last week, 500 tonnes of green methanol were successfully transferred to Van Oord’s new offshore installation vessel Boreas at the TMA Logistics terminal in Amerikahaven. The methanol was delivered by the bunker vessel Chicago, operated by

Altair and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries Partner to Propel AI-Driven Eco-Friendly Marine Engine Innovation

Altair and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance the development of eco-friendly marine engine technologies through artificial intelligence (AI) and simulation. The agreement formalizes a long-standing collaboration between the two companies and aims to accelerate the evolution of next-generation marine engines by integrating advanced simulation tools and

Newfoundland and Port of Amsterdam Forge Green Hydrogen Partnership

The Port of Amsterdam and the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance a transatlantic green hydrogen corridor, connecting Eastern Canada’s production potential with Europe’s growing demand for clean energy. The agreement, formalized during a high-level ceremony attended by government representatives and energy industry leaders, aims to