Decarbonisation - News

RAD Propulsion, the UK-based innovator in next-generation electric marine propulsion systems, announced its expansion into the USA with the opening of an office in Charleston, South Carolina. This strategic move marks the next stage in RAD’s business plan, reflecting growing demand for sustainable, high-performance marine technology across North America. The expansion builds on RAD’s successful partnerships, including its ongoing collaboration with Zodiac of North America, a renowne...

Global law firm Reed Smith hosted a breakfast seminar as part of London International Shipping Week (LISW), bringing together insurers, financiers, and other key stakeholders across the maritime industry. The event, titled ‘Navigating Uncharted Waters: Legal Risk in a Changing World’s featured an interactive panel discussion by pioneering figures from the maritime and legal sectors. Speakers addressed critical challenges facing the shipping industry now, including international...

Sallaum Lines has celebrated the European debut of its first LNG dual-fuel newbuilding, the Ocean Breeze, with a landmark ceremony in the port of Antwerp. The vessel’s launch underscores the company’s commitment to sustainability and marks an important step in its broader fleet expansion strategy. Event highlights The milestone was marked on 19 September with a celebration at Sallaum Terminal, attended by international guests The milestone was marked on 19 September with a celeb...

“It is a constantly changing picture, which is extremely challenging for a lot of our clients. Basically, there has been a huge increase in the volume of cases when it comes to sanctions-related issues.” How does one navigate their way through a plethora of new and constantly changing rules that can affect large parts of their business, some of which one may not even be aware of until the very last minute? Combine that with those rules being made by several different jurisdictions...

KONGSBERG has the wind at its back. Geir Håøy, CEO, explains how renewable energy will power the group’s ambitious growth plans, with particular focus on consolidating a major global position in offshore wind. With Nor-Shipping 2023 on the horizon, Håøy says #PartnerShip will help unlock value and drive development throughout the ocean space. Geir Håøy isn’t the kind of CEO who suffers from over-enthusiastic language and grandiose promises. I...

Sperry Marine, a global major in navigation solutions for seagoing vessels, has been selected to supply the complete Integrated Bridge Systems for two highly innovative container vessels under construction for Samskip. Built by Cochin Shipyard Limited, the groundbreaking vessels will be delivered, achieving zero-emission propulsion and ready for future autonomous navigation. Green corridor initiative The two ships combined are expected to reduce CO₂ emissions by approximately 25,000 tons annu...

Strategic Marine is pleased to announce the successful Technical Acceptance for a pair of two 40m 550-Passenger Aluminium Catamaran Ferries being for the Government of Bermuda. This important milestone marks the vessel’s readiness to progress toward final delivery and deployment in Bermudan’s waters. Bermuda’s public transport Designed by One2Three Naval Architects, the ferry incorporates modern features to enhance passenger experience, comfort, accessibility, and operationa...

The Switch, a globally renowned supplier of permanent magnet shaft generators, celebrates its 500th shaft generator order. This milestone underscores the company’s pivotal role in supporting the maritime industry’s transition to cleaner, more efficient shipping. Green transition in shipping "Reaching 500 orders is a milestone not just for The Switch, but for the shipping industry as a whole," said Jussi Puranen, Product Line Director for Electric Machines, adding "Every shaft gene...

Japanese shipowner Nissen Kaiun has become a shareholder in Dutch Wind-Assisted Shipping Propulsion pioneer Econowind. This move highlights growing industry interest in fuel-neutral technologies. The Imabari-based shipping company, which operates a diversified fleet through several subsidiaries, said it had chosen Econowind for its technology. Wind-Assisted Ship Propulsion solution “We recognised that Econowind has a mature Wind-Assisted Ship Propulsion solution in the market,”...

Hanwha Ocean, one of the major shipbuilders in South Korea, has awarded ABB the contract to supply a complete electric power and propulsion system for Singapore’s first floating liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal. The contract is the latest milestone in the long-standing collaboration between ABB and Hanwha Ocean. ABB’s remote control ABB’s integrated electrical system on board the Floating Storage and Regasification Unit (FSRU) will comprise a medium voltage generator, 6....

bound4blue has taken another step forward in its mission to accelerate and simplify the adoption of wind power, with the validation of its ‘wind propulsion system force matrix calculation methodology’ by Lloyd’s Register (LR). The validation gives shipowners a robust, credible and compliant means to calculate the Pwind value of installations, ensuring they unlock full regulatory (and cost) benefits under frameworks such as FuelEU Maritime, and EEDI/EEXI. Advanced CFD-based ca...

Accelleron unveiled its maritime decarbonisation report at London International Shipping Week (LISW25) with a call on the shipping industry to join the global hydrogen economy by working with other sectors to pool demand for carbon-neutral fuels. In its first report on maritime decarbonisation, Accelleron’s Deadlock: What’s Stopping Shipping’s Carbon-Neutral Fuel Transition? argues that “viral” efficiency measures, such as vessel retrofits and digital solutions acr...

“The IMO has a critical role in delivering a unified global framework, something the industry needs if we are to avoid the fragmentation and inefficiencies arising from a patchwork of regional regulation. This is important but it is equally important we get it right.” That was the message to the industry from ABS Chairman and CEO - Christopher J. Wiernicki in a keynote address to the Capital Link Conference at London International Shipping Week. Green fuel scaling and technology de...

“Shipping and the IMO are on different trajectories. There is no clear pathway for green fuel availability and scalability and infrastructure support. LNG and biofuels are mission critical to any success and should not be overlooked, over penalised or discarded in the Net Zero regulation. Quite frankly, achieving net zero for shipping by 2050 looks like a wildcard.” That was the message for the industry from ABS Chairman and CEO - Christopher J. Wiernicki at the launch of the 2025...

ABS has granted Approval in Principle (AIP) to Lemissoler Corporate Management Ltd. for its innovative watertight hatch cover design for bulk carriers. Lemissoler Corporate Management Ltd has developed a novel watertight hatch cover for Gearless Bulk Carrier vessels. The design improves hatch cover water tightness through an innovative seal arrangement, features an enclosed deck configuration that enhances crew protection from weather, reduces deck maintenance, and increases cargo capacity...

KR (Korean Register) brought together four major maritime digital solution providers, Avikus, LAB021, Mapsea, and Marineworks, through a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to promote digital transformation across the maritime industry.  As global decarbonisation regulations tighten and digitalisation advances, demand is rising sharply for sophisticated digital solutions that support efficient ship operations and ensure compliance with environmental standards. Through this partnership,...

ClassNK has issued an approval in principle (AiP) for a large liquefied CO2 carrier (50,000 m3) jointly developed by Dalian Shipbuilding Offshore Co., Ltd. (DSOC) and Nantong Offshore Design & Research Institute Co., Ltd (NODRI). The certification confirms the feasibility of the vessel from regulatory and safety perspectives. Advanced decarbonisation initiatives ClassNK reviewed the design concept of the vessel based on its 'Rules and Guidance for the Survey and Construction of Steel Ship...

Siemens has announced its collaboration with Bluegame, an Italian brand of the Sanlorenzo Group, specialising in the production of luxury yachts. As an 'Innovative Technology Partner', Siemens participated in the development of the new BGF45 yacht, the first model in Bluegame's BGF range of foiling multihulls, which has its world premiere at the 2025 Cannes Yachting Festival (September 9-14), Europe's largest on-water boat show. Maximum safety and reliability The SENTRON ECPD is one of the wo...

At Gastech 2025, DNV awarded an Approval in Principle (AiP) to HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HD HHI) for the design of next-generation LNG carriers (LNGC) and Very Large Ethane Carriers (VLEC) with forward accommodation and Wind-Assisted Propulsion Systems (WAPS).  The innovative designs, featuring 174K LNGCs and 100K VLECs (Ethane/LPG carriers), are the first from HD HHI to combine a forward accommodation layout with the integration of tiltable rotor sails. The LNGC design will be equipp...

DNV has awarded an Approval in Principle (AiP) to HD Hyundai Mipo Dockyard (HD HMD) for an ammonia dual-fuel medium gas carrier (MGC) design featuring a forward accommodation layout. The AiP was presented to Mr. D.J. Lee, Executive Vice President/Head of Initial Design Division & Detailed Design Division at HD HMD, by Vidar Dolonen, Regional Manager for Korea & Japan at DNV, during a ceremony at Gastech 2025. Integrating future technology solutions The vessel concept relocates the cre...

Nor-Shipping has announced that its 2023 event, taking place in Oslo and Lillestrøm, 6-9 June, will feature a dedicated offshore wind pavilion for the very first time. Hosted by specialist cluster organisation Norwegian Offshore Wind (NOW), the area aims to showcase national expertise to a global audience, opening up business opportunity for stakeholders throughout the maritime and ocean industries. Floating offshore wind will be a key focus, highlighting the potential of an energy nich...

The 2025 edition of the Future of Maritime Safety Report from Inmarsat Maritime, a Viasat company, reveals that distress calls at sea remain high, underlining the vital role of human factors in safe shipping. According to the report, the number of Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) distress calls registered on the Inmarsat Maritime network increased from 788 in 2023 to 801 in 2024, broadly in line with the 2018-2023 annual average of around 800 calls. Implementation of new syst...

KR (Korean Register) announced on September 10 at Gastech 2025 that it has granted an Approval in Principle (AIP) for an LNG Boil-off Gas (BOG) Treatment System jointly developed by HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HD HHI) and Donghwa Pneutec. The AIP, awarded in cooperation with the Liberian Registry (LISCR), is based on a concept proposed by HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE).  BOG treatment system Newly developed BOG treatment system is designed for installation an...

New insights from DNV’s Maritime Forecast to 2050 show that shipping’s energy transition is entering a new phase: One defined by strategic investment, accelerating fleet readiness, and emerging regulatory developments. With the IMO’s Net-Zero Framework (NZF) approved but pending adoption in October, and the number of alternative-fuel-capable vessels in operation set to almost double by 2028, shipowners are shifting from preparation to action. Consumption of low-GHG fuels By...

KR (Korean Register) has granted Approval in Principle (AIP) for the ammonia-fuelled ship safety solution ‘Hi-CLEARS’ (Hyundai integrated Clean Liquid based Ammonia Release mitigation system with SCR). The system was developed in collaboration with HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HD HHI) and HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) and was announced on September 11 at Gastech 2025 in Milan, Italy.  Future international technical standards The approval is the re...

The latest offshore production facility from SBM Offshore has earned approval in principle from ABS. SBM’s floating offshore ammonia production and storage design opens new ways to valorise offshore gas by converting extracted natural gas into ammonia, while capturing the CO2 via Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) technology. Innovation and new developments The ammonia will ultimately serve as decarbonised energy for the power and maritime transport sectors The ammonia will ultimately se...

Fukui Seisakusho Co., Ltd. and ClassNK have signed an MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) for joint consideration of ultra-high pressure safety relief valves designed for the use in hydrogen dual-fuel engines, and hosted a signing ceremony at the 'Gastech 2025' exhibition being held in Milan, Italy.  Both parties agreed in 2023 to jointly conduct study for installation of safety relief valves for cargo tanks of liquefied hydrogen carriers on actual ships, and signed a MOU in 'Gastech 2023'....

ABB has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Swedish nuclear energy company - Blykalla to support and accelerate the deployment of small modular lead-cooled reactors to the maritime industry. Building on the terms of an existing MoU between Blykalla and ABB signed in October 2024, which targets developing lead-cooled SMR technology to support Sweden’s clean energy requirements, this agreement expands the partnership and aligns with growing momentum for nuclear energy as a marin...

KR (Korean Register) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with HD Hyundai Samho on September 9 at Gastech 2025 in Milan, the world’s largest gas and energy exhibition. The two companies will jointly develop a water circulation system for the double-wall pipe annular space of ammonia-fueled vessels, aiming to enhance the safety of next-generation ships powered by ammonia. Ship design and operation Ammonia is drawing watch as a next-generation carbon-free fuel, but its toxicity and...

Technology group - Wärtsilä has been selected to deliver a fully integrated electric propulsion system with waterjets for two new high-speed catamaran ferries being built for Danish ferry operator - Molslinjen. The battery-electric vessels are being built at the Incat shipyard in Tasmania, with Wärtsilä supplying the integrated electric propulsion system, the DC power conversion system, its energy management and automation systems, eight electric propulsion motors and waterj...