Sikkim to explore green hydrogen investments

A Sikkim Delegation led by Secretary of Commerce & Industries, Karma R Bonpo visited South Korea to explore the possibilities of Green Hydrogen Investments from South Korea. The delegation had a meeting with the Managing Director, India-Pacific Urban Infrastructure Development Partnership Center, Korea Research Institute for Human Settlement (KRIHS), Jo Jin Cheol, Vice President, of

GasLog fixes two LNG carriers on charter agreement

Peter Livanos-controlled GasLog has locked away two of its liquefied natural gas(LNG) carriers on time charter agreements. In its second-quarter results statement, the Greek gas ship owner and operator said it had agreed a multi-year charter deal with Kansai Electric-affiliated KE Fuel International for the 2014-built 155,000 cu m tri-fuel diesel electric (TFDE) carrier Solaris.

RIL targets to bring down green hydrogen production cost

Reliance Industries (RIL) is taking major steps to establish green hydrogen production infrastructure in Gujarat, preparing for its ambitious plans to begin fuel production by 2025. According to sources, the company has secured 74,750 hectares of land in Gujarat on a 40-year lease for its green hydrogen project. RIL is actively partnering with original equipment

Exploring the role of technology in biofuel production

The increasing field of biofuel production from algae ponds is witnessing a significant boost, thanks to the transformative capabilities of the Internet of Things (IoT). As the world seeks sustainable and eco-friendly energy alternatives, the integration of IoT in biofuel production is emerging as a game-changer, enhancing efficiency, productivity, and environmental sustainability. Algae, a renewable

Record 48 methanol-powered ship orders placed in July

Alternative Fuels Insight (AFI) platform data presented by DNV showed that a total of 62 alternative fuel vessels were ordered in July.  The month also witnessed another record for methanol ships announced, with 48 ships added to the AFI platform, including 15 retrofits. According to the AFI data, orders for LNG-fuelled ships continue at a

Heavy rains dampen India’s gasoil, gasoline sales

Indian state retailers’ gasoline and diesel sales fell in July from the previous month as monsoon rains reduced mobility and construction work, according to preliminary sales data. Fuel demand in India, the world’s third-biggest oil importer and consumer, typically falls during the four-month monsoon season beginning in June as parts of the country are affected

India needs to switch over to nuclear energy

What are India’s options for transition to net zero emissions (NZE) by 2070? A report by the Vivekananda International Foundation (VIF) Task Force addressed two questions. What is the minimum quantum of demand to reach net zero emissions? Second, what is the most cost-effective way of producing the minimum demand? Mathematical modelling by IIT Bombay

OERC signs MoU with Jindal to reduce railway’s carbon footprint

Oman and Etihad Rail Company (OERC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Jindal Shadeed Iron & Steel (Jindal), a prominent integrated steel producer in the GCC, to establish a sustainable end-to-end transport logistics solution. The MoU aims to facilitate the transportation of up to 4 million tons of raw materials and finished products

Methanol bunkering vessel gets approval in China

CCS Wuhan Rules and Research Institute has issued the first approval in principle (AiP) certificate for methanol bunkering ships to Zhejiang Seahead Ship Design and Research Institute Co., Ltd. in China. According to CCS, The methanol bunkering ship certificated is a competitive brand of new energy ship independently developed by Seahead.  With a maximum capacity

Royal Den Hartogh partners with methanol producer OCI Hyfuels

Royal Den Hartogh Logistics said it recently collaborated with green methanol producer OCI Hyfuels to fuel a newly constructed ship with MD97, a methanol fuel blend, at berth by truck. The ship incorporates a new engine type designed specifically to run on MD97. MD97 is a blend of 97% methanol with 3% of additives designed