Tag: GHG

During the 2023 SAFETY4SEA Singapore Forum, Capt. Satinder Virdi, Principal Consultant, Head of Research and Development, Maritime Advisory, DNV Singapore Pte. Ltd. gave a presentation on the future of MARPOL regulations. His presentation included a thorough exploration of compliance strategies, shedding light on the various options available to the industry.

The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has submitted a detailed, fit-for-purpose proposal to shipping’s global regulator, the UN International Maritime Organization (IMO), for a Zero Emission Shipping Fund (ZESF).

The LR, Knutsen, HDKSOE and HHI Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) study has evaluated the environmental output at each stage of a of a newbuild LNG carrier vessel’s life. 

Chinese shipbuilder Hudong-Zhonghua has recently introduced a state-of-the-art LNG dual-fuel container vessel with a capacity of 13,000 TEUs, commissioned by CMA CGM.

Approximately 90% of the world trade is transported by sea, and current business-as-usual scenarios project emissions will grow up to 50% over 2018 levels. While the International Maritime Organization noted increased ship size and operational improvements aimed at creating better fuel efficiency have resulted in a decrease in emissions intensity, annual absolute emissions are still increasing.

Ocean Network Express (ONE) announced the award of Approval in Principle (AiP) for an Ammonia Dual-fueled vessel. Along with the investment in 12 methanol dual-fueled vessels, this marks another milestone for ONE on its journey towards net-zero by 2050.

Gas and Heat and RINA, have signed an agreement for the development of a cargo and fuel gas system for an ammonia fuelled bunker vessel.

According to World Economic Forum (WEF), with 90% of traded goods being transported across the ocean, the shipping industry stands at the heart of the global economy.

SEA-LNG shared its overview of LNG as a marine fuel in 2022-2024, highlighting that during 2023 attitudes towards decarbonisation shifted from theoretical discussions about what might work tomorrow to what works today and how much does it cost.

The ABS (American Bureau of Shipping) Regulatory News report provides background information and guidance for the use of biofuels for Class, EU and IMO requirements.