WinGD: Why VCR tech is a practical retrofit solution
In a new white paper, WinGD discusses how Variable Compression Ratio (VCR) technology can be applied to existing LNG dual-fuel engines to deliver measurable emissions reductions within the timeframe set by the IMO’s 2030 targets. Most ships trading in 2030 will not be...
First for Rotterdam: Over 100 Cruise Ships Expected
The AIDAcara opened the Cruiseport Rotterdam cruise season today.
Safety Culture Organisational Assessment Tool Launched
North P&I Club has launched a self-assessment tool to help its members assess and improve their safety performance.
VIDEO: Constructing APM’s New Container Terminal in Costa Rica
A consortium of Van Oord and BAM International has completed the construction of the APM Terminals Moín in Costa Rica.
VIDEO: Port of Hamburg in 2019 | An Outlook (Part II)
The Port of Hamburg is getting ready for the future and looks ahead to what will happen in 2019.
First Shore-side Power Units in Port of Ghent
North Sea Port is taking the next steps in providing shore-side power for inland shipping with the addition of two new shore-based power units in Ghent.
MSC Cruises Names Latest Addition to Its Fleet
On 2 March, MSC Cruises officially welcomed the latest addition to the company’s fleet, the MSC Bellissima.
Smart Maritime Council Seeks Harmonisation in Technology
A new industry body is to explore issues of collaboration, interoperability and standardisation in the application of technology in the shipping and logistics sector.
VIDEO: Helge Ingstad Raised
The Norwegian frigate Helge Ingstad, which sank on 8 November 2018 after colliding with an oil tanker, has now been refloated.
Europe’s First LNG Dual-fuel Conversion Dredger Launched
Nineteen months after the contract was awarded, Europe’s first conversion of a dredger to dual-fuel capability combining LNG and MGO is close to completion. This is the first conversion of its kind to take place in Europe.
SABCA and DEME to Deploy Drone Inspection for Offshore Wind Farms
By entering into a partnership, SABCA and DEME plan to develop and deploy Unmanned Vehicles to perform surveillance and inspection works in the offshore industry.

















