Pan Ocean Orders Two Eco-Ready VLCCs from HD Hyundai Heavy Industries

South Korea’s Pan Ocean has placed an order for two Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs), marking a strategic move to enhance its competitiveness in the liquid bulk shipping sector. The 300,000 dwt vessels will be built by HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, with delivery scheduled for the third quarter of 2027. The contract, valued at KRW

FincoEnergies Advances Digital Marine Biofuel Delivery with eBDN Technology Adoption

FincoEnergies has announced a strategic shift toward full digitalisation of its marine (bio)fuel delivery processes in the Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp (ARA) region, with the implementation of electronic Bunker Delivery Note (eBDN) technology. The move is powered by the FuelBoss platform developed by Ofiniti, in partnership with logistics provider VT Group. This marks a significant advancement in marine

Ocean Hyway Cluster Secures Funding for Green Maritime Energy Station Pre-Study

A new initiative aimed at developing integrated green energy infrastructure for the maritime sector is set to launch following funding support from Vestland County Municipality. Ocean Hyway Cluster, a leading Norwegian network focused on hydrogen and ammonia solutions, has been awarded NOK 350,000 to undertake a pre-study titled Green Maritime Energy Station (GMES). The project,

Eitzen Group to Build 850 TEU Battery-Powered Containerships with Enova Backing

Norwegian shipping company Eitzen Group is moving forward with plans to construct what could become the world’s largest battery-powered containerships. The initiative is being led by Eitzen Avanti, part of Axel Eitzen’s network of maritime businesses, and has secured NOK 200 million (approximately $19 million) in funding from Enova, a Norwegian government-owned enterprise supporting clean

MSC Marks Hamburg Partnership with Festival and LNG Vessel Launch

The city of Hamburg turned yellow over the weekend as Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) hosted its largest-ever public event to commemorate its growing partnership with the Port of Hamburg. The MSC Yellow Festival, held on Saturday, 14 June 2025, brought together more than 100,000 attendees for a day of music, maritime education, and the naming

Ocean Network Express Expands Fleet with Delivery of Newbuild ‘ONE Singapore’

Ocean Network Express (ONE) has officially added a new vessel to its growing fleet with the naming of ONE Singapore, the sixth in a series of 20 methanol- and ammonia-ready container ships. The naming ceremony was held at the Hiroshima Shipyard operated by Imabari Shipbuilding Co. Ltd., underscoring ONE’s continued investment in future-ready and sustainable

GCMD Publishes Insights from Landmark Ammonia Transfer Trial Off Western Australia

The Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation (GCMD) has released a detailed report analyzing the outcomes of a successful ship-to-ship liquid ammonia transfer pilot conducted in September 2024. The trial, held 20 nautical miles off the coast of Port Dampier, Western Australia, marks a significant step forward in exploring ammonia’s potential as a zero-carbon marine fuel.

GEODIS Releases 2024 Activity and Sustainability Report, Reaffirms Climate Commitment

GEODIS has released its 2024 Activity and Sustainability Report, offering a comprehensive overview of the Group’s operational achievements and progress toward its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) objectives. Structured in three sections, the report outlines the logistics provider’s performance over the past year, with a focus on strategic planning and responsible growth. The first section

Strengthening India-Norway maritime ties at Nor-Shipping 2025

Nor-Shipping 2025 provided a pivotal platform for DNV to reinforce its longstanding partnership with India and explore new avenues for collaboration in the country’s rapidly evolving maritime landscape. The event saw key engagements and strategic announcements that underscored DNV’s commitment to supporting India’s maritime ambitions. During the week, DNV Group President and CEO Remi Eriksen

CMA CGM Showcases Strategic Maritime Initiatives with India During Secretary MoPSW’s Visit to Marseille

CMA CGM, a global leader in shipping and logistics, has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening maritime ties with India following a high-level meeting with Shri T.K. Ramachandran, Secretary of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), at the Group’s global headquarters in Marseille. The visit, held on June 12, builds on momentum generated by