First ship to have pioneering sensor installed to measure emissions of particles

A constructive collaboration between the Danish Technological Institute, Uni-Tankers and Green Instruments on the development of an advanced flue gas sensor has resulted in the M/T Falstria Swan being installed with a sensor that can measure soot particle emissions in real time. This type of equipment will be of great importance to the shipping industry

Incat Tasmania launches world’s largest battery-electric ship

In a historic milestone for sustainable innovation, Tasmanian shipbuilder Incat has officially launched Hull 096—the world’s largest battery-electric ship—at its Hobart shipyard. Commissioned by South American ferry operator Buquebus, the vessel marks a major advancement in zero-emission maritime transport. Designed to carry up to 2,100 passengers and 225 vehicles, Hull 096 will operate entirely on

Artemis Technologies to Supply Electric Hydrofoiling Pilot Boat for Noatum Maritime Operations in UAE

Artemis Technologies Ltd, a global innovator in electric foiling maritime vessels, has entered into an agreement with Noatum Maritime—part of AD Ports Group ESG’s Maritime & Shipping Cluster—to deliver a state-of-the-art Artemis EF-12 Pilot boat for use in the United Arab Emirates. The fully electric hydrofoiling vessel will contribute to the UAE’s broader climate ambitions,

Amogy raises $56 mn to commercialize ammonia-to-power solutions

Amogy announced that it raised $56 million in venture financing, bringing total raised since inception to more than $270 million. The round was co-led by existing investor Aramco Ventures and new investor SV Investment. Additional new investors participating in the round include Samsung Heavy Industries, BHP Ventures, Hanwha Investment & Securities, AFW Partners, Quantum Ventures

Rotterdam issues first continuous methanol bunkering permit

Port of Rotterdam and Tankmatch have granted the first continuous permit for methanol bunkering, formalized on December 18, 2024, following successful trials of its safety and viability. This development positions methanol as a sustainable marine fuel and advances the port’s strategy for decarbonizing shipping. The permit signifies a shift from project-based methanol bunkering to routine

IAPH recognises Mormugao Port as an incentive provider

By being recognized by the International Association of Ports and Harbours (IAPH) as an incentive provider on the Environment Ship Index (ESI) platform, Mormugao Port Authority has achieved international recognition. This accomplishment demonstrates the port’s dedication to encouraging eco-friendly procedures for seagoing ships. In keeping with international initiatives to lower air pollution in shipping, Mormugao

INTERCARGO expresses concern over RightShip’s decision to reduce age limit

INTERCARGO members have voiced deep concerns regarding RightShip’s recent decision to reduce the age limit of bulk carriers eligible for vetting inspections, as discussed during the Association’s Executive Committee meeting held in London on 15th October. This decision was made without prior consultation with the owners and managers of bulk carriers, the very stakeholders who

Marine Energy demand may decline with new IMO policies for 2050 goal: IEA

Even although Red Sea shipping interruptions have increased short-term bunker demand, the International Energy Agency said Oct. 16, marine energy demand will eventually drop if the International Maritime Organization offers additional policy incentives to meet its net-zero aim by 2050. The Paris-based energy watchdog stated in its latest annual World Energy Outlook that shipping sector

Government begins talks on developing a roadmap to boost ethanol adoption

At the 12th Edition of the CII Bioenergy Summit today, Hardeep Singh Puri, Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, underscored India’s remarkable progress in bioenergy, aligning with the summit’s theme, “Fuelling the Future – Securing India’s Green Growth Goals.”Puri highlighted the success of India’s ethanol blending initiative, which has seen the blending percentage rise from

Samskip advances zero-emission shipping, partnering with TECO 2030

 Samskip to announce its partnership in the groundbreaking HyEkoTank project, an initiative supported by the European Union’s Horizon Europe program. As part of its ongoing efforts to reach net zero emissions by 2040, Samskip will retrofit its multipurpose vessel Samskip Kvitnos with cutting-edge hydrogen fuel cell technology developed by TECO 2030. This collaboration will enable