X-Press Feeders starts Europe’s first feeder network powered by green methanol

X-Press Feeders, the world’s largest independent common carrier, has started Europe’s first scheduled feeder network in which the vessels are powered by green methanol, a sustainable marine fuel that reduces greenhouse gas emissions by up to 65 percent.  The industry milestone coincided with today’s naming and christening ceremony in Rotterdam of X Press Feeders’ first

Glosten receives approval for world’s first hydrogen-hybrid research vessel

Naval architecture and marine engineering firm Glosten has been awarded an Approval in Principle (AIP) by the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) for the design of UC San Diego’s new hydrogen-hybrid Coastal-Class Research Vessel (CCRV). The CCRV will be operated by Scripps Institution of Oceanography and feature an innovative propulsion system that utilizes hydrogen fuel

Erik Thun takes delivery of LNG dual-fuel vessel

Erik Thun Group has taken delivery of Thun Vettern, a liquefied natural gas (LNG) dual-fuel vessel from the Vinga series. The 17,999-dwt vessel was built by China Merchants Jinling Shipyard in Yangzhou and is an upgraded version of the sister Thun Venern. All the sister vessels are designed by Furetank together with FKAB with a

FHG Marine Engineering Joins QuantiParts Network

FHG Marine Engineering, Inc. (FHG) recently entered into a distribution agreement with QuantiParts B.V. (QuantiParts), serving spare parts to vessels operating in the USA and with engines supported by QuantiParts. With this agreement, FHG joins the global network of QuantiParts distributors serving classic Wärtsilä engines with the highest quality OEM parts to ensure ongoing operational

Tata Steel achieves B24 biofuel voyage from Australia to India

Tata Steel achieved a significant milestone by conducting its first full-laden voyage powered by B24 biofuel blend from East Coast Australia to India. As informed by the company, the MV Cape XL, loaded with coal, departed from Gladstone port on April 17, 2024, and reached Kalinga International Coal Terminal Paradip Private Ltd. (KICTPPL) port on

Alfa Laval advances fuel transition with FCM Methanol

Alfa Laval is at the forefront of the marine industry’s fuel transition with its methanol solutions, knowledge and experience. The pioneering methanol-driven project for a Chinese shipowner involves installation of Alfa Laval’s FCM Methanol-the low-flashpoint fuel supply system (LFSS), on board four of its vessels. This project is a landmark achievement not only for Alfa

Cleanergy Solutions Namibia JV reveals plans for first hydrogen vessel

Cleanergy Solutions Namibia, a joint venture between CMB.TECH and the Ohlthaver & List Group, has hosted a showcase of the Cleanergy Green Hydrogen progress at the plant’s site in Walvis Bay, expected to be operational in the fourth quarter of 2024. The facility uses only solar energy for the on-site production of green hydrogen and

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

Carras Aquataurus becomes world’s first vessel to earn ABS biofuel-1 notation

Carras (Hellas) S.A. is taking the next step in its sustainability journey by receiving the ABS Biofuel-1 notation for its Aquataurus ultramax bulk carrier, the first vessel in the world to qualify. The notation is assigned to vessels that use a biofuel blend of up to and including 30 percent biofuel in compliance with IMO

Jan De Nul Group extends contract with Castor Marine

After winning a 3-year contract for more than 80 vessels to VSAT, Iridium and VoIP in 2021, Castor Marine’s connectivity contract has now been renewed by Jan De Nul Group and includes a roll-out of Starlink to most Jan De Nul Group vessels. The experts in marine construction, civil engineering and environmental projects have expressed