Tag: world’s first

Fincantieri and Viking have revealed plans for the world's first hydrogen-powered cruise ship, the Viking Libra, set to launch in late 2026.

Northern Offshore Services (N-O-S) announced the delivery of the world’s first 100% biomethanol-powered crew transfer vessel (CTV).

Windcoop has officially announced the launch of the construction of the world’s first sail-powered container ship, at the RMK Marine shipyard. 

Avenir Ascension is set to make history as the first bunker vessel worldwide to continuously operate on bio-LNG for an entire year.

The UK has welcomed the world’s first dual-fuelled ammonia-powered vessel to its shores, marking an important step forward in maritime decarbonisation.

Trafigura and CF Industries have announced the completion of the first co-loaded ammonia and propane shipment operation of its kind.

HD KSOE announced on 14 January that it obtained AiP for its vacuum insulation technology for liquefied hydrogen storage tanks.

Shanghai Port became the first in the world to reach the annual container throughput to 50 million TEUs on 22 December. 

MAN Energy Solutions announced the successful retrofit of the main engine of the ‘Maersk Halifax’ to a dual-fuel MAN B&W ME-LGIM unit.

Wallenius Marine is conducting advanced wind tunnel tests in Gothenburg to develop the world’s first wind-powered Pure Car and Truck Carrier (PCTC) vessel, with wind speeds of up to 250 km/h.