Tag: reducing shipping emissions

Transport General Authority (TGA) of Saudi Arabia and Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to foster collaboration for enhancing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) aspects of marine sustainability.

BG Freight Line is launching four new environmentally friendly ships, capable of using biomethanol, aimed at reducing carbon emissions.

During the SAFETY4SEA Hamburg Forum 2024, Gavin Allwright, Secretary General, International Windship Association (IWSA), provided a comprehensive exploration of wind propulsion and its crucial role in reducing shipping emissions.

On 8 May 2024, KOTUG Canada held a keel laying ceremony for two RAsalvor 4400-DFM dual fuel methanol escort tugs. 

Tata Steel achieved a significant milestone by conducting its first full-laden voyage powered by B24 biofuel blend from East Coast Australia to India.

A contract has been signed to construct the world's two largest hydrogen ships, designed and developed in collaboration with Torghatten Nord and will be built at Myklebust shipyard in Norway.

Safetytech Accelerator, in collaboration with Capital Gas Ship Management, MSC, and Seapeak, has completed four technology feasibility studies as part of the Methane Abatement in Maritime Innovation Initiative (MAMII).

Stena RoRo has signed a conversion contract with China Merchants Jinling (Weihai) Shipyard for the installation of an additional cargo deck, increased thruster capacity and preparations for shore power onboard Stena Foreteller and Stena Forerunner.

The Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation (GCMD) has teamed up with NYK Line to launch Project LOTUS (long-term impact of continuous use of biofuels on vessel operations).

The Global Maritime Forum (GMF) has revealed the immense economic potential presented by the decarbonisation of shipping, as it is expected to create more jobs.