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ABB–Simwave launch Marine Academy in Rotterdam

ABB–Simwave launch Marine Academy in Rotterdam

by Mariska Buitendijk | Nov 20, 2025 | Digitalisation, Maritime education/training/careers, Navigation, News, Passenger ships, Ship propulsion

Simulator-based Azipod propulsion training is now available at a new facility in Rotterdam thanks to a collaboration between ABB and maritime training provider Simwave. ABB’s Azipod propulsion system improves efficiency and manoeuvrability in the cruise industry, but...
‘European ports must do more to meet shore power targets’

‘European ports must do more to meet shore power targets’

by Mariska Buitendijk | Jul 18, 2025 | Emissions, Energy transition, Maritime research, News, Ports, Shipping

Just four of Europe’s thirty biggest ports have invested in at least half of shoreside electric infrastructure required by 2030, finds a new study carried out by DNV, on behalf of T&E. The Port of Antwerp is yet to invest in shore power and the Port of Rotterdam...
Bolidt acquires resin systems specialist Boteka

Bolidt acquires resin systems specialist Boteka

by Mariska Buitendijk | Jun 12, 2025 | News, Passenger ships

Bolidt has acquired a majority stake in Florida-based Boteka, in a move intended to consolidate Bolidt’s leading position in the global cruise industry. The takeover supports the company’s “all-under-one-roof” principle. As a specialist in...
Cruise ships plug into shore power in Amsterdam

Cruise ships plug into shore power in Amsterdam

by Mariska Buitendijk | Jun 5, 2025 | Emissions, Energy transition, News, Passenger ships, Ports

Ocean-going cruise ships fitted with shore power installations can now plug into shore power at the Passenger Terminal Amsterdam (PTA). The new installation allows ships to switch off their generators as soon as they dock, significantly reducing emissions and noise...
Cruise ships in Rotterdam can now plug into shore power

Cruise ships in Rotterdam can now plug into shore power

by Mariska Buitendijk | Apr 2, 2025 | Emissions, Energy transition, News, Passenger ships, Ports, Shipping

After a construction period of 22 months, the Cruise Port Shore Power installation on the Holland Amerikakade was officially opened on 31 March. The cruise ship AIDAnova was the first cruise ship to use shore power in Rotterdam. The official inauguration was performed...
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