Tag: eco-friendly ships

The 2017 BP Energy Outlook forecasts that global LNG trade will grow seven times faster than pipeline gas trade, such that by 2035 it accounts for around half of all globally traded gas. The newly expanded BP Shipping fleet is expected to deliver LNG volumes around the world.

Russia-owned Sovcomflot, Rosneft, the State Transport Leasing Company, and Zvezda Shipbuilding Complex have signed a set of agreements, for the construction of five environmentally friendly Aframax tankers to enable export shipments of crude oil and oil products.

The world’s largest shipbuilder Hyundai Heavy Industries announced that it has signed, on September 25, a $800 million worth contract, to build ten environmentally friendly Very Large Ore Carriers for Polaris Shipping, the domestic dry bulk owner and operator.

The 160 m long and 26,000 dwt 'Haaga' is an energy-efficient, LNG-fueled vessel, significantly more eco-friendly than the current generation of vessels, as it produces more than 50% less carbon dioxide emissions, the company said.

Since they typically operate in or close to harbours and populated areas, tugs are particularly affected by environmental considerations, and the need for regulatory compliance is an increasing concern for tug owners and operators worldwide, Wartsila notes.

ABS has granted Approval in Principle to Hyundai Heavy Industries FLNG hull design. The ABS AIP means the design substantially complies with Class and Regulatory requirements and minimizes risk to project schedules and safe operations, giving regulatory agencies and other key stakeholders confidence in the design.

ABS has granted Approval in Principle to Hyundai Heavy Industries FLNG hull design. The ABS AIP means the design substantially complies with Class and Regulatory requirements and minimizes risk to project schedules and safe operations, giving regulatory agencies and other key stakeholders confidence in the design.

ESL Shipping, part of Aspo Plc, informed that its new eco-friendly dry cargo vessel, Viikki, was successfully launched at the Jinling shipyard in Nanjing, China, on August 31st. Viikki is the first LNG-powered handyzise bulk carrier in the world and is a forerunner in energy efficiency.

Rolls-Royce has signed a deal with WestSea Yard, part of Martifer Group, to equip an expeditionary oceanic cruise ship for Portuguese based cruise company Mystic Cruises.Construction of the vessel, designed by Italian Naval Architect Giuseppe Tringali, is already underway at the WestSea Shipyard in northern Portugal with completion expected October 2018.

Japanese NGO Peace Boat has commissioned Spanish naval architecture firm Oliver Design to build a high-range eco-friendly cruise ship. The Ecoship cruise liner will feature all the latest innovations in renewable energy use and is destined to become a benchmark for sustainability in maritime transport.