A naming ceremony was held at the Sakaide Works of Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd. for a newly constructed very large gas carrier (VLGC), the latest in a series of dual-fuel vessels ordered by NYK. This marks the sixth such ship to join the fleet, following the delivery of Liberty Pathfinder in October 2024. The vessel,
A two-year Coalition partnership to accelerate decarbonisation efforts in the dry bulk segment has been signed by the Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation (GCMD) and the International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners (INTERCARGO). GCMD and INTERCARGO will collaborate to promote the adoption of energy efficiency technologies (EETs) amongst dry bulk shipowners and facilitate mutual knowledge
The Government of Goa has released a draft policy aimed at advancing bioenergy production and reducing dependence on fossil fuels across the state. The proposal outlines measures to support the development of biogas, biomass power and liquid biofuels. The policy includes provisions for financial assistance, simplified approval procedures and support with land acquisition. It seeks
The third vessel in Hafnia and Socatra’s methanol-capable MR tanker series has joined the fleet, with the delivery of Ecomar Garonne. The 49,800 deadweight tonne (dwt) tanker is part of a four-ship order placed in 2023 and was constructed at Guangzhou Shipyard International in China. Like its sister vessels, Ecomar Garonne will operate under a
A consortium of Japanese companies and research institutions has been selected by the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO) to conduct a feasibility study on ammonia storage and transport infrastructure. The initiative aims to address safety challenges associated with ammonia as an alternative fuel, particularly those related to stress corrosion cracking (SCC) in
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) has joined a UK-based project aimed at developing low-emission ammonia engine technology for maritime applications. The initiative, known as the Future Low-emission Ammonia Marine Engine Project, has been selected under Round 6 of the UK’s Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition (CMDC6). The project is led by UK engine developer Carnot Ltd., in
The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) has introduced a series of initiatives aimed at accelerating electric vehicle (EV) adoption across India, with particular emphasis on wider accessibility, including in non-urban areas. Recent developments indicate a shift in focus beyond passenger transport, with policy support now extending to segments such as electric trucks and ambulances. Demand
Copenhagen‑based towage and marine services provider Svitzer Group A/S is among four entities that have submitted initial bids for a tender issued by the state‑run Paradip Port Authority to charter an electric green tug for 15 years under the government’s Green Tug Transition Programme (GTTP). The other bidders include state‑owned Shipping Corporation of India Ltd
Regional Container Lines Public Company Limited (RCL) and PTT Oil and Retail Business Public Company Limited (OR) have entered into an agreement to introduce biofuel into Thailand’s container shipping sector. The memorandum of understanding, signed on June 4, outlines the supply of Bio Very Low Sulphur Fuel Oil (Bio VLSFO) for use in RCL’s fleet.
Eco Marine Power Co., Ltd. has launched long-term evaluation trials of its updated solar energy system, Aquarius Marine Solar Power. The project also includes the testing of the first in a series of photovoltaic (PV) module technologies on board a bulk cargo vessel. The trials are expected to span 12 to 18 months and aim