IMO leads global shipping toward NetZero transition with new regulations

IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez emphasized the global shipping industry’s need for significant investment in technology and alternative fuels to achieve a net-zero transformation and drive sector-wide change at the Blue Economy Finance Forum in Monaco. The global shipping industry is preparing for a net-zero transformation that will have a sector-wide impact on everything from supply

MPA and Bureau Veritas Renew Partnership to Advance Maritime Digitalisation, Decarbonisation, and Talent Development

The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and Bureau Veritas (BV) have renewed their Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deepen collaboration in maritime digitalisation, decarbonisation, and talent development. 2.     The MoU was signed by MPA Chief Executive, Mr Teo Eng Dih, and BV Group CEO, Ms Hinda Gharbi. This renewal builds on the successful

RINA Grants AIP for Dual Fuel LNG/Hydrogen-Powered Ultramax Bulker Design Developed by Almi Marine Management S.A. and SDARI

RINA, the inspection, certification, ship classification and consulting engineering company, has announced at Nor-Shipping the Approval in Principle (AiP) of a new Ultramax bulker design developed by SDARI (Shanghai Merchant Ship Design & Research Institute) in collaboration with Almi Marine Management S.A.. This milestone was achieved through a Joint Development Project (JDP) between RINA, Almi

DP World advances green logistics with electric freight expansion at Jebel Ali Port

In a significant step toward decarbonizing terminal operations, DP World and Einride have introduced a state-of-the-art electric freight solution at Jebel Ali Port. The first wave of the electric fleet is currently operating 24/7 and is expected to transport more than 204,000 20-foot containers a year, helping DP World’s efforts to hasten the shift to

Yinson GreenTech and RMS Marine Partner to Advance Marine Electrification in Singapore

Yinson GreenTech and RMS Marine & Offshore Service (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. have signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) aimed at promoting the use of electric vessels and sustainable maritime solutions within Singapore’s port limits. The agreement was formalized at the Nor-Shipping 2025 exhibition in Norway, marking a step forward in both companies’ commitment to maritime

Two Damen Combi Freighters Launched for Fast Lines Belgium in China

Damen Shipyards has marked a significant milestone with the launch of two Combi Freighters (CF) 3850 for Fast Lines Belgium. The second vessel in the series was launched on 30 May, following the launch of the first on 19 May. These vessels are part of a three-ship order, with Fast Lines initially contracting Damen for

Viking Line Unveils Concept for World’s Largest Fully Electric Passenger-Car Ferry

Viking Line has introduced an ambitious new vessel concept, Helios, which, if realized, would become the world’s largest fully electric passenger-car ferry. Designed specifically for the busy Helsinki–Tallinn route, the concept marks a major step toward zero-emission maritime transport in the Baltic Sea region. With an anticipated battery capacity between 85 and 100 megawatt hours

Denmark and India collaborate to establish CoE in green shipping

The CoE is intended to improve the quality and efficiency of maritime activities while promoting the green transition of the maritime sector in India. Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal met Denmark’s Minister of Industry, Business and Financial Affairs Morten Bodskov in a bilateral meeting. The meeting resulted in the establishment of

World Shipping Council Marks World Ocean Day with $150 Billion Commitment to Decarbonisation

The World Shipping Council (WSC) has reaffirmed its commitment to ocean stewardship and climate action on World Ocean Day, emphasizing the critical role of shipping in both global trade and environmental protection. Recognizing the ocean as an indispensable source of life, biodiversity, and a natural defense against climate change, WSC highlighted its responsibility as a

PSA International joins Global Centre For Maritime Decarbonisation as a strategic partner

The Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation (GCMD) and PSA International (PSA) announced a five-year strategic partnership today to advance collaboration on maritime decarbonisation initiatives across global port ecosystems. As one of the leading global port operators, PSA is the first port operator to join GCMD as a Strategic partner, contributing valuable port-side insights to drive