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AiP for multi-fuel-ready Ultramax bulk carrier

AiP for multi-fuel-ready Ultramax bulk carrier

by Mariska Buitendijk | Feb 2, 2026 | Classification/inspection, Emissions, Energy transition, Marine fuels, News, Ship design, Ship propulsion

Lloyd’s Register (LR) has awarded approval in principle (AiP) to Oshima Shipbuilding for its multi-fuel-ready Ultramax bulk carrier design. The 64,000-DWT bulk carrier concept can accommodate multiple future fuel pathways, including ammonia, methanol and methane...
Sloshing LNG causes higher impact forces than expected

Sloshing LNG causes higher impact forces than expected

by Mariska Buitendijk | Feb 2, 2026 | Marine fuels, Maritime research, News

What happens if liquefied natural gas (LNG) hits the wall of the cargo tanks in a ship? New research shows that much higher pressure peaks can occur during impact than previously assumed. This insight is important for the design and safety of LNG ships and future...
WinGD: Why VCR tech is a practical retrofit solution

WinGD: Why VCR tech is a practical retrofit solution

by Mariska Buitendijk | Jan 7, 2026 | Emissions, Energy transition, Marine engines, News, Shipping

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...
Somtrans christens LNG bunker barge

Somtrans christens LNG bunker barge

by Mariska Buitendijk | Dec 17, 2025 | Emissions, Energy transition, Marine fuels, News, Ports, Ship design, Shipbuilding

Bunker barge United LNG I has been officially christened in the port of Antwerp. The vessel will enter service in early 2026, reinforcing the growing role of LNG bunkering in the Belgian and Dutch seaports. It marks an important moment for shipping company Somtrans,...
Daphne and Maran conclude methane abatement pilot

Daphne and Maran conclude methane abatement pilot

by Mariska Buitendijk | Nov 3, 2025 | Emissions, Energy transition, Marine fuels, Maritime research, News, Shipping

Daphne Technology and Maran Gas have concluded their joint pilot project that marked the first deployment of the SlipPure Plasma-Catalytic Methane Slip Aftertreatment system on board the commercial LNG carrier Maran Gas Chios. During the trial, reductions of up to 4 ±...
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