Scrubber carbon capture conversion tests show signs of success

Scrubber manufacturer Langh Tech, which doubles up as a shipowner via sister firm Langh Ship, has started researching the possibility of carbon capture onboard vessels. The first tests have been successfully performed onboard one of Langh Ship’s fleet, utilising the existing Langh Tech hybrid scrubber installed onboard. Langh Tech has conducted several preliminary tests of

Green corridors: A lane for zero-carbon shipping

The shipping sector is the lifeblood of global trade, accounting for approximately 80 percent of all trade, with further growth expected. The sector also represents about 3 percent of total CO2 emissions—an amount that, if unchecked, could rise by as much as half by 2050. Recognizing the need for climate action, the International Maritime Organization

Shipbuilders accelerate drive to make eco-friendly vessels

A growing number of shipbuilders are turning to eco-friendly vessels as the shipping industry will face strengthened requirements on carbon emissions in the coming years. Shipping accounts for about 3 percent of the world’s annual carbon emissions. The International Maritime Organization has ordered shipping companies to cut their greenhouse gas emissions by at least 30

Retrofitting to existing industrial infrastructure crucial to achieve netzero

In a world where climate change is increasingly influenced by industrial emissions, decarbonizing the industrial sector becomes the immediate priority to phase out CO2 emissions from the use of fossil fuels. Against this backdrop, retrofitting carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS) technologies to existing industrial infrastructure will become crucial to reaching netzero by 2050, according

Battery or fuel cell trucks? A real-world comparison at two waste management firms

Fuel-cell or battery-electric trucks to collect waste? Both types are increasingly finding their way into municipal waste disposal companies. When asked around in Freiburg and Munich where one waste management company is currently testing two fuel cell refuse collection vehicles, the other an all-electric roll-off tipper. Freiburg’s waste management company (ASF) has worked with various

Methanol to be available for shipowners from 2024

German engine manufacturer MAN Energy Solutions has revealed its plans to work on upgrading its four-stroke engines to run on green future fuels, including methanol and ammonia. As informed, the company will in due course enable shipowners to use so-called “future fuels” –such as ammonia, methanol and hydrogen – also produced in a climate-neutral manner.

Decarbonisation: The new language of shipping

THE fourth industrial revolution will be faster, infinitely more complicated and expensive than anything that has gone before. Also known as the fourth propulsion revolution as the next generation of fuels become the latest in a line stretching back to sail, this challenge requires us all to embrace the new language of shipping — which

Biomethanol price not conducive to bunkering

Shipowners switching to biomethanol as a marine fuel to curb CO2 emissions would face higher bunker bills at today’s prices, even after accounting for the added cost of CO2 life cycle emissions from very low-sulphur fuel oil (VLSFO). Marine fuels sale and consumption are not subject to greenhouse gas restrictions or fees, but the EU

Indian Oil introduces cleaner, more efficient diesel

Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has rolled out XtraGreen which it calls a cleaner and greener form of diesel, at 126 of its fuel stations across 63 cities in the country. Launched at 126 fuel pumps across 63 cities XtraGreen improves lubricity and reduces engine noise IOCL also launched ‘One4U’ fuel gift card Indian Oil

How the petrochemicals industry can reduce its carbon footprint

The chemical building blocks derived from petrochemicals continue to play a crucial role in society. Syngas production contributes significantly to petrochemical CO2 emissions. The technology exists to significantly reduce syngas CO2 emissions at scale and help the industry on its road to net zero. Petrochemicals have played a crucial role in society for over 50