Rhenus Group’s hydrogen ships receive awards for sustainable inland shipping

Rhenus is celebrating another breakthrough in sustainable shipping: the first of the company’s three barges with hydrogen and battery-electric propulsion not only received the Platinum Label for environmentally friendly shipping, but was also awarded the Innovation Award for Inland Navigation by the Allianz ESA 2024 in September for sustainable concepts. After a successful testing phase,

GiGi Investment Group partners with Fuelre4m to drive sustainable energy solutions

GIGI Investment Group has gone into partnership with the Dubai-headquartered Fuelre4m, marking a significant milestone as the first Fuelre4m partner in Africa. This collaboration aligns perfectly with GiGi Investment Group’s commitment to innovation and sustainability, enhancing environmentally friendly energy solutions while expanding its global market presence. Fuelre4m MD Rob Mortimer, expressed his excitement about the

Wärtsilä simulators to support crew for shipping’s sustainable fuels

Technology group Wärtsilä has supplied its new dual-fuel engine simulator technology for Wavelink Maritime Institute (WMI), the maritime training arm of the Singapore Maritime Officer’s Union (SMOU). The navigational and technological simulators are a central feature of the simulation suite at WMI, which was recently inaugurated by H.E. Ms. Grace FU Hai Yien, Minister for

Saudi Global Ports elevates commitment to sustainable port ecosystem

In a move towards a more sustainable port ecosystem, Saudi Global Ports (“SGP”) has procured 80 electric prime movers (“e-PMs”) from SANY Marine Heavy Industry Co. Ltd. (“SANY”) for use at the container terminals of King Abdulaziz Port Dammam (“ KAPD”). As part of this purchase, SANY will also supply the charging stations and provide

Active shift in fleet composition toward more sustainable fuel alternatives

According to the latest ABS research, geopolitical instability, scalability of fuel production and retrofits to existing vessels are key factors impacting the shipping industry’s journey to net zero by 2050. The sixth in an annual series, the 2024 Outlook, Beyond the Horizon, Carbon Neutral Fuel Pathways and Transformational Technologies, investigates carbon-neutral fuel pathways and transformative

Indian Army signs pact with IOCL for sustainable transport solutions

Displaying a firm resolve towards finding green and sustainable transport solutions, the Indian Army has collaborated with Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) for demonstration trials of Hydrogen Fuel Cell Bus technology. The Indian Army is known for its commitment to innovation and environmental stewardship. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the Indian Army

Solution developed to convert paper sludge, food and textile waste into bioethanol

A pioneering solution has been developed to convert cellulose fibre-rich waste from pulp and paper mill operations into ethanol using a specialised fermentation process. Ethanol is a versatile starting material that finds diverse application in the production of industrial chemicals, bio-based plastics and sustainable aviation fuel. The solution by the Paper Manufacturers Association of South

India’s leadership in sustainable future

India has stood out as a world leader in making real moves toward an eco-friendlier future. The year 2023 has proven to be a time of notable progress, spotlighting India’s dedication towards constructing an environmentally sound future. In 2023, India took some important steps to show its commitment to a better, sustainable future: Met its

Sustainable hydrogen push to biofuels pact

India’s energy transition journey, which has gained pace in the past few years, witnessed traction with major domestic initiatives including the launch of the National Green Hydrogen Mission and viability gap funding for battery energy storage systems (BESS) to increase in its international outreach through the Global Biofuels Alliance. A major policy initiative for its

Climate financing needs to be stepped up: NITI Aayog

Climate financing needs to be stepped up via a number of reforms for the global push for sustainable growth to be fruitful. These reforms include that of multilateral institutions, debt management strategies and regulation of credit rating agencies, the NITI Aayog said. “Financial safety nets need strengthening, bilateral swap lines need to be expanded, and