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Liquefied gas specialist, Babcock LGE has inked a landmark deal to deliver its ecoFGSS-FLEX ammonia fuel supply system to four medium gas carriers under construction for Trafigura at Hyundai Mipo …

BHP has signed contracts with COSCO Shipping for the time charter of two ammonia dual-fuel Newcastlemax bulk carriers. The two vessels, to be delivered from 2028, will be among only …

Hamburg-based eCap Marine, a specialist in emission-free propulsion systems, has inked two landmark deals to supply hydrogen-based power solutions for zero-emission vessels eCap Marine will deliver hydrogen propulsion systems for …

A 200m inland cargo vessel is making waves with a revolutionary diesel-electric powertrain which promises to redefine sustainability on Europe’s waterways At the heart of the Mannheim’s propulsion system are …

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines has successfully conducted Japan’s first B30 biofuel-powered technical trial voyage for an electric utility company On 26 June, MOL’s operated coal carrier Hokulink was refuelled with the …

WinGD has been involved with marine engine innovation for some time, focusing on future fuels but also with refining engines running on existing fuels such as LNG as seen with …

WinGD has secured a significant contract to supply more than 30 methanol-capable engines for a major Taiwanese container ship operator, underlining growing demand for alternative fuel solutions The deal includes …

Marine fuel choice remains one of the most pressing uncertainties facing shipowners as they chart their course towards decarbonisation. According to Stefan Nysjö (pictured), vice president of Power Supply at …

At Nor-Shipping, we spoke to Sanjay Kapoor, CEO of Dubai-headquartered GeoServe about how it’s looking to revolutionize voyage operations. GeoServe was founded in 2019 by Kapoor and a few colleagues, …

The third edition of Wind for Goods, held in Nantes and Saint-Nazaire, has underlined the growing momentum behind wind propulsion in maritime transport, with nearly 1,000 stakeholders gathering to discuss …

DNV has awarded an approval in principle to SeaTech Solutions, in collaboration with Oceania Marine Energy, for the design of a next-generation 10,000cbm ammonia bunkering vessel The vessel, purpose-built for …

Auramarine has announced the launch of its AM Water Content Analyser, a new solution designed to monitor and report water concentration in methanol fuel. The development supports the maritime sector’s …

Woodward, a provider of fuel injection, gas admission, mass flow control and energy management systems, has unveiled its comprehensive portfolio of large engine system solutions designed to support the maritime …

A pioneering ship-to-ship transfer of liquid ammonia has successfully completed, marking a major milestone in the push toward zero-carbon shipping, reports the Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation Conducted on 14 …

WinGD is to supply its X-DF-A ammonia-fuelled engine designs for four new medium gas carriers to be built by South Korea’s HD Hyundai Mipo Dockyard for Trafigura Each of the …

NH3 Clean Energy Limited has signed a Joint Development Agreement (JDA) with Pilbara Ports Authority and Oceania Marine Energy to explore the establishment of low-emissions ammonia bunkering operations at the …

Alfa Laval has confirmed an order for the world’s first marine boiler system capable of safely incinerating ammonia emissions, marking a significant milestone in maritime decarbonisation. The technology, set for …

Korean Register and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries are joining forces to develop a very large ethane carrier With a cargo capacity of more than 100,000m³ the new VLEC will be …

Korean Register and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries are joining forces to develop a very large ethane carrier With a cargo capacity of more than 100,000m³ the new VLEC will be …

As the maritime industry accelerates toward decarbonisation, ammonia is emerging as a key fuel for the future. The International Energy Agency predicts ammonia will dominate the marine fuel market by …

WinGD has won a contract to supply two X-S short-stroke engines for two new 2,800 teu container vessels being built for X-Press Feeders at HD Hyundai Mipo Each vessel will …

As the maritime industry pushes toward decarbonisation, ammonia is emerging as a promising alternative fuel. With its potential to significantly reduce CO₂ emissions—particularly when produced from renewable sources—ammonia offers a …

We spoke to MAN Cryo, the specialist subsidiary of MAN Energy Solutions, that focuses on cryogenic technology for marine applications, helping the German engineering powerhouse deliver complete, future-ready marine propulsion …

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Ammonia is a prime ‘future fuel’ candidate as the shipping industry strives to reduce its environmental impact, representing a potential low-carbon option with promising characteristics. Its high energy density and …

As the maritime industry embarks on an unprecedented voyage towards carbon neutrality, ammonia is emerging as one of the most promising next-generation marine fuels, writes David Stevenson Offering a carbon-free …

As the maritime industry intensifies efforts to reduce carbon emissions and transition to sustainable fuels, ammonia has emerged as a key player in the future fuel mix. MAN Energy Solutions …

Stricter international environmental regulations are pushing shipowners to explore new fuel options, making technology more demanding and complex. The global shipping fleet has grown since 2008, aiming to cut greenhouse …

The Motorship talks to Rene Laursen, ABS director – fuels & technology, global sustainability about the safety and operational requirements for bunkering and safe handling of ammonia as it emerges …

MAN Energy Solutions is at the forefront of a major Danish green energy initiative, as the Energy Technology Development and Demonstration Programme announces the launch of the ‘NH3 Spark – …

Wärtsilä Gas Solutions will supply the cargo handling systems for two very large ammonia carriers being built at the Hanwha Ocean shipyard in Korea The 88,000m3 capacity vessels have been …

MAN Energy Solutions said it will deliver its most powerful two-stroke methanol engine in June 2025, marking another step forward in the alternative fuels propulsion sector. The 82,440 kW MAN …

Alfa Laval will highlight its latest marine technologies at Nor-Shipping 2025 in Oslo, Norway, from 3 – 6 June During the event, the company will showcase solutions focused on energy …

The maritime industry may be facing a compliance challenge, but it could also be on the verge of a financial win, according to new analysis by maritime data and compliance …

CFD modelling of combustion in a large four-stroke dual-fuel methanol engine has clarified how operational parameters can be used to prevent knocking whilst still achieving IMO Tier III NOx emissions …

As the shipping industry presses ahead with decarbonisation, despite a backdrop of shifting political agendas and corporate recalibrations, biodiesel is gaining ground – especially in the cruise sector, where many …

Consistent winds such as the trade winds can maximise the benefits of wind propulsion, but it’s not as simple as it might sound. There’s a lot of enthusiasm around the …

SCHOTTEL has announced its latest milestone in sustainable maritime technology by outfitting the world’s first large purpose-built dual-fuel methanol escort tugs with its hybrid propulsion systems The two vessels, SD …

We spoke to MAN Cryo, the specialist subsidiary of MAN Energy Solutions, that focuses on cryogenic technology for marine applications, helping the German engineering powerhouse deliver complete, future-ready marine propulsion …

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Wärtsilä Gas Solutions and Höegh Evi have completed the development of the world’s first floating ammonia-to-hydrogen cracker The project, part of Norway’s Green Platform programme, represents a significant milestone in …

Lloyd’s Register has taken a decisive step in supporting the maritime industry’s decarbonisation efforts with the introduction of biofuel insights to its Global Fuel Finder tool The enhancement allows shipping …

MAN Energy Solutions is looking forward to CIMAC and views it as a key forum for technical interchange, all the more so since being granted consultative status with the International …

As CIMAC Congress 2025 approaches next month, we spoke to Christoph Rofka (pictured), president of medium and low speed products at Accelleron and vice president of communications at CIMAC about …

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As the maritime industry pushes toward decarbonisation, ammonia is emerging as a promising alternative fuel. With its potential to significantly reduce CO₂ emissions—particularly when produced from renewable sources—ammonia offers a …

Swiss marine power specialist WinGD will integrate hybrid power and energy systems on four wind-assisted tankers currently under construction for Union Maritime Limited (UML), marking the first deployment of the …

Australian mining company Fortescue has entered into a charter agreement with CMB.TECH in a move hailed as a major milestone in the maritime energy transition. The agreement will see Fortescue …

MAN Energy Solutions has teamed up with COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry on a range of decarbonisation retrofit projects The new framework agreement will see ships adapted to run on alternative …