UrbanLink Expands REGENT Seaglider Order, Driving Forward Zero-Emission Coastal Travel in Florida and Puerto Rico

Miami, FL – UrbanLink Air Mobility has significantly expanded its order of all-electric seagliders from REGENT Craft, signaling a bold move to redefine regional transportation in Florida and Puerto Rico. The South Florida-based mobility company has increased its purchase commitment to 47 REGENT Viceroy seagliders—up from the initial 27 announced in late 2024—marking one of

Bureau Veritas calls for standardized safety regulations to accelerate adoption of electrification technology

Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore (BV), a world leader in testing, inspection, and certification, has called for greater clarity regarding standardized safety regulations that will advance the development of maritime electrification technologies, following the publication of a new technology report, Maritime Electrification: Maritime Battery Systems and Onshore Power Supply. The report explores how electrification technologies – specifically Energy Storage

Stockholm Expands Onshore Power for Cruise Ships with Second OPS Facility

Ports of Stockholm has launched Sweden’s second onshore power supply (OPS) facility for international cruise ships, further advancing its efforts to cut emissions and noise pollution from port operations. The new high-voltage connection, located at Stadsgården, became operational on May 12, when the Viking Jupiter became the first vessel to connect. The move follows the

Flotte Hamburg GmbH & Co. KG Launches Two Hybrid Police Boats

During the recent anniversary of the Port of Hamburg, Flotte Hamburg GmbH & Co. KG introduced two new hybrid patrol boats, marking a step forward in the city’s efforts to modernize its municipal fleet with low-emission technologies. The vessels, named ‘Bürgermeister Brauer’ and ‘Bürgermeister Weichmann’, were officially christened as part of the celebrations. Constructed at

HD Hyundai XiteSolution has begun producing medium- and large-sized electric forklifts domestically

HD Hyundai XiteSolution, under the leadership of CEOs Cho Young-cheul and Lee Dong-wook, has announced the global launch of Korea’s first domestically developed medium- and heavy-duty electric forklifts. Set to debut this June, the new lineup marks a significant milestone in the electrification of industrial equipment and includes eight models with load capacities ranging from

MacGregor to deliver electric cargo cranes for Vertom’s multipurpose vessels built in India

MacGregor has secured an order from the Vertom group, a Netherlands-based shipowner and maritime service provider, to deliver fully electric cargo cranes for four multipurpose vessels. This order represents MacGregor’s first electric crane delivery for vessels, which will be built in India, marking a significant milestone in expanding sustainable solutions to emerging markets. The vessels

Yara Birkeland Marks Three Years of Pioneering Zero-Emission Maritime Operations

The Yara Birkeland, the world’s first fully electric and autonomous containership, has completed three years of commercial service, marking a milestone in the journey toward zero-emission maritime transport. Launched in the spring of 2022, the 3,200-deadweight-ton (dwt) vessel has been in active operation between Yara International’s production facility in Porsgrunn and the Port of Brevik

Incat Tasmania launches world’s largest battery-electric ship

In a historic milestone for sustainable innovation, Tasmanian shipbuilder Incat has officially launched Hull 096—the world’s largest battery-electric ship—at its Hobart shipyard. Commissioned by South American ferry operator Buquebus, the vessel marks a major advancement in zero-emission maritime transport. Designed to carry up to 2,100 passengers and 225 vehicles, Hull 096 will operate entirely on

HAV Group Secures Contract to Deliver Onshore Charging Stations for Norled Ferries in Northern Norway

HAV Group’s energy design and smart control systems division has been awarded a contract to deliver three advanced onshore charging stations for Norled, one of Norway’s leading ferry operators. The charging systems will be installed at the ports of Stokkvågen, Lovund, and Træna in Northern Norway, supporting Norled’s transition to more sustainable ferry operations.The new

Artemis Technologies to Supply Electric Hydrofoiling Pilot Boat for Noatum Maritime Operations in UAE

Artemis Technologies Ltd, a global innovator in electric foiling maritime vessels, has entered into an agreement with Noatum Maritime—part of AD Ports Group ESG’s Maritime & Shipping Cluster—to deliver a state-of-the-art Artemis EF-12 Pilot boat for use in the United Arab Emirates. The fully electric hydrofoiling vessel will contribute to the UAE’s broader climate ambitions,