Stena Line’s Hybrid Ferry Stena Futura Completes Sea Trials, Set to Boost Irish Sea Freight Capacity

Stena Line has confirmed that its new hybrid ferry, Stena Futura, has successfully completed sea trials and remains on schedule to begin operations on the Belfast–Heysham route later this summer. The trials, a key milestone in the vessel’s construction and commissioning, were carried out to ensure all systems meet operational standards. Testing covered a comprehensive

Bureau Veritas Urges Rethink of Maritime Finance and Operations in New Book on Sustainable Blue Economy

Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore (BV), a leading classification and certification body, is calling for a fundamental transformation in how the maritime industry is financed, fueled, and operated to meet long-term sustainability and decarbonization objectives. The message is detailed in a newly released book by Matthieu de Tugny, Executive Vice-President of BV’s Marine & Offshore

Provaris and K LINE Sign MOU to Advance Hydrogen Shipping Solutions

Provaris Energy Ltd (ASX: PV1) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with global shipping company Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. (“K” LINE), aimed at accelerating the development and commercialisation of compressed hydrogen maritime transport and storage solutions. The partnership underscores the growing role of the shipping sector in meeting Europe’s projected hydrogen import demand and

Proteus Launches Modular Hydrogen Fuel Cell System for Maritime Sector

Singapore-based Proteus Energy has announced the development of its modular hydrogen fuel cell system designed specifically for maritime applications. The Proteus® Maritime Fuel Cell Solution, launched in collaboration with French hydrogen technology leader Symbio, aims to accelerate decarbonization in harbor craft, offshore support vessels, coastal transport, and inland waterway operations. The first product in the

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,

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

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.

Wärtsilä to Deliver Hybrid Propulsion Systems for Vertom Group’s New Low-Emission Vessels

Technology provider Wärtsilä has been contracted to supply integrated hybrid propulsion systems for four newbuild 10,700 DWT geared tween decker vessels being constructed for Dutch shipping firm Vertom Group. The move is part of Vertom’s broader strategy to modernize its fleet and transition toward more sustainable maritime operations. The hybrid propulsion package will include Wärtsilä’s

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