V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority has become the first port in India to secure ISO 50001:2018 certification for its Energy Management System, awarded by the Indian Register Quality Systems, marking a defining moment in the country’s push toward sustainable port operations. What is ISO 50001:2018 and why does it matter for ports? ISO 50001:2018 is a
TVS Vehicle Mobility Solutions (TVS VMS) has entered the electric trucking segment through a collaboration with Montra Electric’s eM&HCV division, deploying its first fleet of electric heavy commercial vehicles for live freight operations. The initial deployment comprises 57 Montra Electric Rhino 5538 EV 4×2 TT trucks, which were flagged off from Manesar on August 8.
The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved GOBARdhan, the National Circular Bioenergy Scheme, with a total outlay of Rs 23,731 crore, in a move officials say marks a defining moment in India’s clean energy journey. ˇBriefing media in New Delhi, Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said the scheme will create
Malaysia’s MISC Berhad has ordered an 18,700 cubic metre LNG carrier from China’s Hudong-Zhonghua Shipbuilding after securing a 10-year charter with Malaysia LNG, supporting long-term liquefied natural gas shipments between Malaysia and Japan. The vessel is scheduled to enter service in 2028, serving the LNG trade route from Petronas’ Bintulu LNG complex in Sarawak to
Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK) has agreed to invest in MidOcean Energy, strengthening its presence across the global LNG value chain through a new joint venture with Mitsubishi Corporation. The investment will be made through Diamond Gas MidOcean Limited (DGMO), a Mitsubishi Corporation subsidiary, which will become a joint venture between NYK and Mitsubishi following
The Directorate General of Maritime Administration and the Institute of Marine Engineers (India) have signed an Institutional Support Agreement aimed at strengthening India’s engagement at the International Maritime Organization on maritime decarbonisation and sustainability. What does the Institutional Support Agreement cover? The collaboration will provide technical, legal and analytical support for India’s submissions and interventions
Norled has unveiled an autonomous battery-swapping system designed to accelerate the electrification of high-speed passenger ferries by replacing depleted batteries in just three minutes, eliminating lengthy charging times while maintaining vessel speed and service frequency. The company believes the technology could help overcome one of the biggest barriers to electrifying express boats, which continue to
Europe could produce enough e-fuels to meet 14% of the shipping sector’s fuel demand by 2033, but slow project deployment risks allowing China to take the lead in the emerging market for zero-emission marine fuels, according to a new analysis by Transport & Environment (T&E). The report highlights that while Europe has a growing pipeline
The Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation (GCMD) has announced a five-year Impact partnership with the Development Bank of Japan Inc. (DBJ) to advance the deployment of maritime decarbonisation technologies through innovative financing solutions. The partnership combines GCMD’s expertise in conducting real-world technology pilots with DBJ’s experience in transition finance and maritime investment, aiming to overcome
LR contributed technical insight to a lively and thought-provoking debate on one of the sector’s most ambitious emerging technologies. Lloyd’s Register (LR) joined leading industry experts at the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge 2026 to discuss the potential role of nuclear propulsion in the future of yachting. The discussion formed part of the conference panel, “Infinite