Decarbonisation of 84% of shipping emissions possible without IMO

A new study from Brussels-based NGO Transport & Environment (T&E) suggests Europe, China and the US could decarbonise 84% of all global shipping emissions without the need for the “ineffective” IMO. T&E analysis of 2019 automatic identification systems shows 84% of shipping traffic goes through Europe, China and the US. If these economies were to

Maersk in favor of setting up an end date for heavy oils in shipping

The only way to lower greenhouse gas emissions in shipping and entice companies to set zero-emission targets in the sector is by setting an end date for fossil fuels in the shipping industry through a global regulation, Maersk’s Chief Advisor for Green Transition Concepción Boo Arias said. Aside from the exact end date for fossil

Yara teams up with Amogy for shipping projects

Yara Clean Ammonia has partnered up with US-based energy tech startup Amogy to explore the latter’s ammonia-to-power system as a zero-emissions solution for use in future shipping projects. The Amazon and Saudi Aramco-backed Amogy has developed a platform, already demonstrated in a drone and heavy-duty tractor, which relies on ammonia cracking technology in which hydrogen

ABS gives approval to ammonia-fueled vessels

ABS awarded two approvals in principle (AIPs) to COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry Co., Ltd., and COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry Technology Co., Ltd., for their ammonia-fueled vessel and ammonia supply system designs which are being trialed on a tugboat. Given the challenging characteristics of ammonia, ABS conducted a comprehensive review and risk assessment focused on ammonia

Green Shipping Challenge encourages countries take action at COP27

Grabbing the most headlines was the Green Shipping Challenge, launched by the US and Norway, creating a platform for around 40 commitments to accelerate ship decarbonisation, with US presidential envoy for climate John Kerry and Norwegian prime minister Jonas Gahr Støre on hand for the launch. The Green Shipping Challenge encourages countries, ports and shipping

Christiania Shipping prefers Frugal Propulsion system for its fleet

Christiania Shipping, the chemical ship owning and chartering company, has decided to equip its entire fleet of 13 ships with Frugal Propulsion system, as its upgrades with automatic and intelligent engine control have proved to be successful. The class approved on-top system, Frugal Propulsion, is now working to optimise the fuel consumption on the oil/chemical

A digital framework and collaboration to march towards netzero  

As COP27 gets underway in Egypt shipping knows it needs to work together to decarbonise, and wants to act. What the industry needs now is a clear pathway to walk the talk of collaboration – and that pathway is inherently digital, argues Mikko Kuosa, CEO of NAPA. As COP27 opens in Egypt, collaboration will once

MSC warns of higher shipping costs in Europe

Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has warned clients of higher costs with the inclusion of shipping in the EU’s carbon trading market. The EU emissions trading system (ETS), part of the “Fit for 55 package” to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55% by 2030 compared to 1990 levels, requires companies to surrender allowances that

Pacific Basin sees methanol as best option

Pacific Basin Shipping, a Hong-Kong-headquartered dry bulk shipowner, said it sees methanol as its best option as it pursues commercially viable zero-emissions vessels. In May 2022, the company entered into a memorandum of understanding with Nihon Shipyard Co., Ltd and Mitsui & Co., Ltd to cooperate on the development of zero-emission vessels and potential investment

US MARAD to explore low-carbon options for shipping

The US Maritime Administration (MARAD) has launched a 16-month study exploring low-carbon options for shipping on the Great Lakes. The research group, led by the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) in partnership with the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) and the Conference of Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Governors & Premiers (GSGP), will assess