LR grants first type approval to marine hydrogen engine
Lloyd’s Register (LR) has issued the first type approval certificate for a 100 per cent hydrogen-fuelled, spark-ignited marine engine. It marks a significant step in the certification and commercial readiness of hydrogen-fuelled propulsion technology for maritime...
EU funding for Green Ray project to tackle methane slip
The European Union has awarded funding to the Green Ray project that wants to develop solutions minimising methane slip from marine engines. The consortium involved will develop on-engine technologies for low-pressure dual-fuel engines, both 2 and 4-stroke, as well as...
Despite war, Port of Rotterdam throughput virtually unchanged in 2022
The war in Ukraine led to unprecedented changes in goods flows last year. At 467.4 million tonnes, total throughput in Rotterdam was almost the same (-0.3%) as in 2021 (468.7 million tonnes), but the underlying figures show that there were major changes. Container...
Herman Senior acquires ST Marine Support
Dutch tug and workboat company Herman Senior has acquired all shares of ST Marine Support, a provider of maritime and offshore services. The acquisition includes ST’s three existing vessels and their upcoming newbuild, a Damen Multi Cat 3313SD, which is expected to be...
Hartman’s new R3 Carrier to Urk for outfitting
The newest addition of the Hartman Seatrade fleet has arrived at Urk, the Netherlands, for outfitting. The Southern Rock is the third in a series of four R3 Carriers. The R3 Carrier is a RoRo ship of 3500 DWT, which is unique within the transportation of heavy and...
Major shipping carriers target cargo fires and losses together
Major maritime cargo carriers are joining Safetytech Accelerator to launch a new innovation initiative to reduce cargo fires and losses at sea. The companies involved are Evergreen Line, HMM, Maersk, the Offen Group, ONE, Seaspan and Lloyd’s Register. Together they...
Royal Bodewes delivers first of seven 6800 DWT vessels to Arklow
After succesful sea trials in week 7, Royal Bodewes has delivered the MV Arklow Racer to Arklow Shipping. The Arklow Racer is the first 6800 DWT vessel in a new series of seven. The vessel had been launched on 16 December. It is 104.94 metres long, is 15 metres wide...
Enclosed space close call on board bulk carrier
The Nautical Institute warns once again of the dangers of entering an enclosed space after a close call on board a bulk carrier. Although there were no casualties, mistakes were made that could have easily resulted in a worse outcome. The Nautical Institute gathers...
Thecla Bodewes Shipyards launches second 7000-DWT vessel for Vertom
Vertom Group had its second 7000 DWT vessel of the LABRAX type launched and christened at Thecla Bodewes Shipyards on 23 February. The Vertom Cyta is the second of eight vessels being constructed at the yard facility in Kampen, the Netherlands. The Vertom Group is one...
Entry now open for Dutch maritime awards in new format
Once again, five maritime awards will be presented at the Dutch Maritime Awards Gala in November. This year, the awards have been renewed and are no longer visibly linked to a specific organisation. Those who want a chance to win an award can apply now. The 17th...
Northern Dutch shipyards compete for major fleet replacement
With competition from Asia, it always remains to be seen to what extent orders, including those from European shipowners, can be secured. However, in the coming years, shipbuilders will face a strong replacement demand for the construction of an average of 200 general...
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