Mitsubishi, TNO validate engine that emits only water
The maritime sector is undergoing its biggest transition since combustion engines replaced manual labour. Mitsubishi and TNO are demonstrating that zero-emission inland shipping is within reach, with the world’s first CO2-free hydrogen engine. Article and picture by...
Technology call for early hold fire detection solutions
The Cargo Fire & Loss Innovation Initiative is calling for innovators to come forward with solutions for early-stage fire detection. It is one of the most important issues in the drive to mitigate container loss. The Cargo Fire & Loss Innovation Initiative...
MAN to supply first methanol engine for a car carrier
China Merchants Heavy Industry has ordered two MAN B&W 7S60ME-LGIM (Liquid Gas Injection Methanol) engines for two car carriers for China Merchants Energy Shipping. The contract represents a number of firsts: the first order globally for the S60ME-LGIM variant,...
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Large fire on board bulk carrier Silver Lady [UPDATED]
A fire has erupted on board the bulk carrier Silver Lady at the port of Dordrecht, the Netherlands. The fire started while loading scrap metal. The fire is raging both on the quay and on the ship. The fire erupted in the evening of Friday, 2 June. The fire brigade was...
ICS wants governments to set course towards a net zero future in July
In July, governments at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) will set a course towards a net zero future. Shipowners want IMO to set a clear direction with increased ambition to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050, but the International Chamber of...
Kongsberg completes autonomous voyage with coastal cargo ship
Kongsberg Maritime has demonstrated a range of remote and autonomous technologies on the cargo vessel Eidsvaag Pioner operating off the coast of Norway. The test cruise has been named one of the most complex autonomous journeys at sea so far and is part of the...
WSC: Fewer containers lost at sea in 2022
The World Shipping Council (WSC) has released its annual report on containers lost at sea, revealing positive developments in container safety within the international liner shipping industry. In 2022, 661 containers were lost overboard during the year, which is...
VIDEO: ABB reveals propulsion concept that mimics whale tail
ABB has introduced ABB Dynafin, a new concept representing a revolutionary propulsion system. Inspired by the dynamic motions of a whale’s tail, the innovative concept is the result of over a decade of research, development, and testing. The company estimates the...
Damen unveils new compact ASD Tug 2111
Damen Shipyards Group has unveiled the latest vessel in its Compact Tugs product platform. The ASD Tug 2111 joins the ASD Tug 2312 in the range, combining proven technology with innovation to advance safety, sustainability, reliability, and efficiency. Siebe Cieraad,...
‘Shipping losses hit record low, but jump in fires’
Over the last year, 38 large ships were lost worldwide, a record low, reports Allianz in its latest Safety and Shipping Review. However, a combination of factors impacting fire risk, ongoing and new threats posed by the ripple effects of the Ukraine conflict,...
Heerema and Allseas to install 14 offshore platforms for TenneT
TenneT has signed multi-year framework agreements with Heerema Marine Contractors and Allseas for transportation and installation of at least fourteen 2 gigawatt (2GW) offshore platforms. The fourteen converter stations will be installed in the Dutch and German parts...
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