Hafnia and Socatra Take Delivery of Third Methanol-Ready MR Tanker

The third vessel in Hafnia and Socatra’s methanol-capable MR tanker series has joined the fleet, with the delivery of Ecomar Garonne. The 49,800 deadweight tonne (dwt) tanker is part of a four-ship order placed in 2023 and was constructed at Guangzhou Shipyard International in China. Like its sister vessels, Ecomar Garonne will operate under a

Japanese Consortium to Study Ammonia Storage Safety Under NEDO-Backed Project

A consortium of Japanese companies and research institutions has been selected by the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO) to conduct a feasibility study on ammonia storage and transport infrastructure. The initiative aims to address safety challenges associated with ammonia as an alternative fuel, particularly those related to stress corrosion cracking (SCC) in

MOL Joins UK-Led Consortium to Advance Ammonia Marine Engine Technology

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) has joined a UK-based project aimed at developing low-emission ammonia engine technology for maritime applications. The initiative, known as the Future Low-emission Ammonia Marine Engine Project, has been selected under Round 6 of the UK’s Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition (CMDC6). The project is led by UK engine developer Carnot Ltd., in

Commercial EVs in Focus as India Rolls Out New Incentive Schemes

The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) has introduced a series of initiatives aimed at accelerating electric vehicle (EV) adoption across India, with particular emphasis on wider accessibility, including in non-urban areas. Recent developments indicate a shift in focus beyond passenger transport, with policy support now extending to segments such as electric trucks and ambulances. Demand

Svitzer, Shipping Corp among 4 firms submit initial bids for green tug tender

Copenhagen‑based towage and marine services provider Svitzer Group A/S is among four entities that have submitted initial bids for a tender issued by the state‑run Paradip Port Authority to charter an electric green tug for 15 years under the government’s Green Tug Transition Programme (GTTP). The other bidders include state‑owned Shipping Corporation of India Ltd

Towngas and CIMC ENRIC Partner on Green Methanol and Hydrogen Projects in Hong Kong

The Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited (Towngas) and CIMC ENRIC Holdings Limited have entered into a strategic partnership to jointly advance green methanol and hydrogen energy development in Hong Kong. The agreement outlines cooperation in technical development, engineering services, and compliance related to industry standards and carbon trading for green methanol. Towngas, noted

CSSC Beihai to Build Four Dual-Fuel 210,000 DWT Bulk Carriers for COSCO

China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC) Beihai Shipbuilding has signed a contract to construct four 210,000 DWT bulk carriers. The agreement was signed in collaboration with China Shipbuilding Trading Co., Ltd. (CSTC) and a wholly-owned subsidiary of COSCO SHIPPING Development. The newbuilds represent a technically upgraded design featuring a new-generation energy-efficient hull. According to the shipyard,

Ports of Barcelona and Shanghai Strengthen Ties Through Green Corridor Pact

The Port of Barcelona and Shanghai International Port Group (SIPG) have today signed an agreement to intensify the connections between both ports and share knowledge in the areas of digitalisation, standardisation and decarbonisation of maritime transport. The agreement was signed by the president of the Port of Barcelona, José Alberto Carbonell, and his counterpart from

Hindustan Zinc partners with GreenLine Mobility to drive sustainable logistics

Hindustan Zinc Ltd (HZL) has embarked on one of India’s largest green logistics transformations through a strategic alliance with GreenLine Mobility Solutions. This ambitious initiative is designed to fully decarbonize HZL’s supply chain by introducing a fleet of electric (EV) and liquefied natural gas (LNG) trucks. As part of the collaboration, GreenLine is investing ₹400

India’s Electric Truck Adoption Lags as Long-Haul Segment Remains Untapped

India’s transition to electric mobility is gathering pace in some sectors, but electric trucks—particularly long-haul models—remain significantly underrepresented in the country’s EV landscape, according to a new report by NITI Aayog titled “Electric Vehicles in India: Unlocking a $200 Billion Opportunity.” In 2024, only 6,220 electric trucks were sold in India, out of over 834,000