Ammonia-powered engine to be developed for medium-speed marine applications

Having designed and tested the first two-stroke ammonia engine, MAN Energy Solutions has now announced launching the ‘AmmoniaMot 2’ research project. Initiated by MAN with partners from industry and research institutes, the project aims to develop a four-stroke, medium-speed, dual-fuel test engine that runs on ammonia. ­­ Supported by the German Federal Ministry for Economic

International marine coatings set to help global vessel operators maximize vessel performance

AkzoNobel’s International® marine coatings brand has announced a series of updates to Intertrac® Vision, a revolutionary digital forecasting tool. The latest enhancements include CII rating prediction, EU ETS cost impact and detailed breakdowns of cost savings across multiple dry-dockings, all designed to further support data-driven decision making on fouling control coatings for global vessel operators.

MIT researchers innovate hydrogen fuel with seawater

Researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) are pioneering a method to produce hydrogen fuel using recycled materials—specifically, aluminum from old soda cans—as well as seawater and a dash of caffeine. This innovative approach has the potential to pave the way for a more sustainable and efficient energy system, particularly for marine applications. The

Hempaguard Marine Coating earns DNV validation

The performance of Hempel’s silicone-based hull coating solution, Hempaguard X7, and its ability to accelerate decarbonization efforts in the maritime industry are now third-party validated by DNV. According to Hempel, external validation by DNV allows it to better demonstrate the value of Hempaguard to its customers, including energy efficiency gains and carbon emissions reductions. DNV’s

Fujairah marine fuel sales hit six-month low in May

Marine fuel sales at the United Arab Emirates’ Fujairah fell to a six-month low in May, latest data showed, as tighter inventories capped uptake while lower prices at neighbouring port Khor Fakkan also drew some demand away, trade. May bunker volumes at the world’s third largest bunkering port, excluding lubricants, totalled 615,462 cubic metres (about

Cat to deploy methanol dual-fuel 3500E marine engines in 2026

Caterpillar Marine reports that it has made significant advances in the development of its methanol dual-fuel Cat 3500E marine engines. Under a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Damen Shipyards, it will deploy the first set of field demonstrator 3500E marine engines in 2026. The Cat 3500E marine engines will use innovative dual-fuel technology based on

Kenoil to test biobutanol marine fuel

Singapore’s Kenoil Marine Services will begin testing biobutanol blends with its current engines later this year, using biofuel produced from a pilot production plant its partner had invested in, its director said in an interview with S&P Global Commodity Insights. The pilot plant – located in Johor, Malaysia – is expected to deliver its first

Hefring Marine develops AI tool to reduce fuel usage for maritime platforms

Artificial intelligence (AI) and data-driven tools have been proving themselves crucial to tomorrow’s warfare. Apart from improving precision and lethality for military systems, those technologies can also help to reduce logistic efforts and fuel consumption of maritime platforms in addition to ensuring the safety of crew members. The use of algorithms enables collecting information in

First tidal-powered engine produced

In 2022, engineers in Scotland produced the first car powered by tidal energy extracted from the sea. This breakthrough demonstrates the feasibility of marine power for practical applications like transportation. With further innovation, ocean-powered vehicles could become more widespread in the coming decades. Marine energy offers an immense, predictable and renewable energy resource. As the

All American delivers hydrofoil-assisted tour vessel

The Chugach Express, a high speed, long-range eco-tour vessel, has been delivered by All American Marine (AAM), Bellingham, Wash., to Phillips Cruises and Tours for daily operations in Prince William Sound. Developed by Nic de Waal of Teknicraft Design in Auckland, New Zealand, the 84.’x30.7’ Chugach Express, a semi-displacement aluminum catamaran, will be based out