German engineering firm eCap Marine has secured two major contracts to supply hydrogen-based propulsion systems for next-generation zero-emission vessels. The agreements include power solutions for bulk carriers being developed by Norway’s Møre Sjø and short-sea container vessels commissioned by logistics provider Samskip. The announcement followed the company’s successful participation at Nor-Shipping 2025, a major maritime
Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL), in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) and Guidance Tamil Nadu, has revealed the design of the Hyundai HTWO Innovation Centre. This new research and development facility will focus on advancing green hydrogen technology and supporting India’s transition to a clean energy future. Located within IIT
India reinforced its commitment to sustainable maritime development and green shipping during the ‘India Maritime Investment Meet’ held at India House in London. The event saw senior government officials outline a compelling investment case to global maritime stakeholders, spotlighting India’s liberalised policy framework, green infrastructure push, and technological advancements aimed at transforming the country into
The Marine Department of Hong Kong has introduced the Green Maritime Fuel Bunkering Incentive Scheme in a move aimed at positioning the city as a regional hub for environmentally responsible maritime refueling. Announced on June 30, the scheme is designed to accelerate the adoption of low and zero carbon fuels in alignment with global decarbonisation
Senior leaders in sustainability, procurement, and supply chain from 12 multinational corporations recently gathered in Antwerp, Belgium, for a two-day customer sustainability experience hosted by MSC. The event offered attendees a unique, behind-the-scenes look at the company’s efforts to promote environmental responsibility across the logistics sector. The program aimed to demonstrate MSC’s commitment to supporting
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL), one of the world’s leading shipping companies, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Kinetics, the energy transition initiative of global floating power leader Karpowership, to jointly develop a next-generation Floating Data Center platform. Under the MOU, the two companies will collaborate on the design, construction and deployment of
As part of its progress toward zero-emission drayage operations, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) has unveiled a new electric truck charging station at Port Newark. The truck welcome center, which is situated at the intersection of Martin and Kellogg streets, has four 350 kW DC fast chargers that can be
Kuok Maritime Group (KMG), through the Coastal Sustainability Alliance (CSA) – an industry collaborative effort it leads –today marked an important milestone in Singapore’s maritime decarbonisation journey with the successful launch of the nation’s first fully electric tug (E-Tug). Designed and to be assembled in Singapore, the zero-emission E-Tug is set to begin operations in
Dutch clean energy firm Wattlab has installed a pioneering solar energy system aboard HGK Shipping’s cargo vessel Blue Marlin, marking a significant advancement in sustainable inland waterway transport. The vessel is the first of its kind globally to utilise solar power not just for onboard systems, but also to directly assist propulsion. The 110-metre-long Blue
ABB has entered into a 15-year service agreement with Royal Caribbean Group, expanding its long-standing partnership with the global cruise leader. The agreement covers 33 ships in Royal Caribbean’s 67-vessel fleet and is aimed at optimizing propulsion systems, boosting operational efficiency, and ensuring high fleet availability. The agreement includes a comprehensive suite of services, ranging