Trafigura signs contract for low-carbon ammonia-powered gas carriers
Trafigura has signed a contract for four Medium Gas Carriers (MGC) that will be capable of using low-carbon ammonia as a propulsion fuel when delivered.
Read moreTrafigura has signed a contract for four Medium Gas Carriers (MGC) that will be capable of using low-carbon ammonia as a propulsion fuel when delivered.
Read moreAmmonia is gaining traction as a potential clean fuel for the future, with the first ammonia-powered vessels expected to debut as early as 2025. In response to this emerging trend, Ocean Technologies Group (OTG) has developed an e-learning program focused on ammonia fuel safety to educate seafarers about handling, storage, and safety precautions specific to ammonia-fueled ships.
Read moreExxonMobil, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore), and the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) have established the ExxonMobil-NTU-A*STAR Corporate Lab to develop solutions to help lower carbon emission and contribute to resource efficiency.
Read moreAccording to Britannia Club, as the maritime industry faces the urgent challenge of decarbonisation and strives to achieve net-zero emissions, alternative fuels like methanol are emerging as key players in this transformative journey.
Read moreOn April 26 2024, the EU Parliament approved the Net-Zero industry Act to bolster EU production in technologies needed for decarbonization, while taking steps to withdraw from the Energy Charter Treaty.
Read moreIACS (International Association of Classification Societies) published its 2023 Annual Review which includes a broad range of articles highlighting IACS’ work in 2023, with a strong emphasis on the significant advancements made in alternative fuels.
Read moreAccording to Reuters, BHP Group of Australia intends to welcome its initial ammonia-fueled bulk carrier by 2026 as part of its strategy to reduce shipping emissions.
Read moreMISC has entered into Time Charter Party Contracts (TCP) with PETCO Trading Labuan Company Ltd (PTLCL) through its petroleum arm, AET, for the world’s first two ammonia dual-fuel Aframaxes.
Read moreThe 1st GREEN4SEA Singapore Forum was a full day event that took place on Friday 19th of April 2024 at the Orchid Main Ballroom, level 4, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore, where it became apparent that even though the landscape around decarbonization is uncertain, it's clear that the industry should remain proactive and vigilant.
Read moreTo further inform and guide the maritime industry, the Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping has launched the Fuel Cost Calculator.
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