Shell Marine has launched a new technical service, Shell Marine Sensor Service (SMSS), an onboard monitoring service designed to provide real-time insights into oil and equipment condition, helping shipping operators improve vessel uptime and operational resilience....
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Marine fuel & lubricant news
ANGLO-EASTERN OFFERS NEW METHANOL BUNKER TRAINING
Ship manager Anglo-Eastern Univan Group has introduced its methanol bunkering simulator, developed in collaboration with Wärtsilä. The system delivers both theoretical and practical training for the safe handling of methanol as a marine fuel, in line with the IMO...
Water & waste management news
COMPANY SAYS WATER TREATMENT RANGE IS AHEAD OF REGULATIONS
Swedish company Marinfloc says that its range of wastewater treatment equipment, unlike that of many other companies, is already compliant with upcoming revisions to MEPC 107(49). The updated regulation enters into force in 2025, something that Marinfloc...
BWTS PSC INSPECTIONS EXPECTED TO INCREASE
According to Bio-UV group, with the final ballast water deadline fast approaching, an increase in inspections is anticipated as Port State Control (PSC) inspectors check machinery installations, crew competencies and Ballast Water Management (BWM) Plans. The French...
Marine environment & clean shipping news
MTF PRODUCES GUIDELINES FOR ALTERNATIVE FUEL RISK ASSESSMENTS
The Maritime Technologies Forum (MTF)has published new guidelines for conducting qualitative risk assessments for alternative-fuelled ships: Hazid and Hazop. The use of alternative fuels will be key to addressing the 2023 IMO strategy on reduction of GHG emissions...
ROTOR SAIL ORDER FOR LARGE BULK CARRIER
UK-based wind assisted propulsion system (WAPS) designer Anemoi Marine Technologies has completed the retrofit on another large vessel after installing five 35m units on the 400,000 dwt very large ore carrier (VLOC) 'NSU Tubarao'. The vessel, owned by bulk...
Marine propulsion & machinery news
HMM, HANWHA AND KR SIGN MoU TO DEVELOP ZERO-CARBON SHIP PROPULSION
HMM has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with four subsidiaries of Hanwha Group (Hanwha Power Systems, Hanwha Ocean, Hanwha Aerospace, Hanwha Systems) and Korean Register (KR) to jointly develop a next-generation zero-carbon propulsion system for ships....
HD HYUNDAI AMMONIA ENGINE OBTAINS TYPE APPROVAL
HD Hyundai Heavy Industries’ HiMSEN engine has demonstrated its eco-friendly engine technology by obtaining classification approval for the ammonia dual-fuel H32CDF-LA model. The engine was developed based on high-pressure direct-injection ammonia technology,...
Marine coatings & hull protection news
DNV OFFERS SHIP-SPECIFIC BIOFOULING MANAGEMENT PLANS
According to classification society DNV, biofouling, the accumulation of marine organisms on a ship’s hull and niche areas, significantly impacts a ship’s performance and marine ecosystems. Recent studies highlight the following consequences: Increased fuel...
THORESEN SHIPPING AND JOTUN SIGN HULL CLEANING AGREEMENT
Provider of hull coatings and solutions for the global maritime industry Jotun has entered into a commercial agreement with Singapore/Thailand-based shipowner Thoresen Shipping Singapore for the adoption of Jotun Hull Skating Solutions (HSS), a proactive cleaning...
Maritime regulatory news
CARIBBEAN STATES TO REQUEST FUEL LEVY AT MEPC82
The Caribbean states have joined forces to ensure the views of Small Island Developing States (SIDS) are taken into account during upcoming decarbonisation discussions at the IMO Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC82). The meeting at IMO headquarters will...
IMO GRANTS CONSULTATIVE STATUS TO CIMAC
CIMAC, the industry forum for large engine technology, has been officially granted consultative status with the International Maritime Organization (IMO) following its formal application earlier in 2024. Rick Boom (Woodward) CIMAC President said: “We are extremely...
Ship design & naval architecture news
ELECTRIC TUG FOR CHINESE PORT
Canadian naval architecture practice Robert Allan Ltd (RAL) has been awarded a contract to design an AmpRA 3600 tug for Tianjin Port in Northern China. The AmpRA 3600 series tug will be constructed at Jiangsu Zhenjiang Shipyard Group. According to RAL, this builds on...
REM OFFSHORE VESSEL UPGRADED BY HAV DESIGN
HAV Design has successfully completed what it describes as one of its most technically demanding vessel conversions, transforming the offshore vessel 'Rem Inspector' into a specialised IMR vessel tailored for Equinor’s operations. The project is said to have pushed...
Shipbuilding & ship repair news
NES TO EQUIP ELECTRICALLY-POWERED FISH CARRIER
Norwegian Electric Systems (NES) has been awarded a contract to act as system integrator and deliver power and automation systems to a newbuild live fish carrier that shipbuilder Fitjar Mekaniske Verksted is constructing for North Salmon Service. In addition to its...
FULLY-ELECTRIC FREIGHT FERRY DELIVERED
HAV Group company Norwegian Electric Systems has supplied the integrated energy and control system for Scandlines' fully electric freight vessel, the 'Baltic Whale' which has now been completed by Cemre Shipyard in Turkey. Built for operation between Rødby and...
Ship classification news
LR ISSUES UPDATED GUIDANCE FOR ONBOARD FUEL CELL INTEGRATION
Lloyd’s Register (LR) has released updated guidance for the installation of fuel cells on ships, offering shipowners and shipbuilders a comprehensive framework to support the safe deployment of alternative power systems. The latest edition of Guidance Notes on...
BV CLASS FOR CHINESE LOW-CARBON MODEL PCTC DESIGN
Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore (BV) has classed the ‘AICC Fenghuang’, a dual-fuel PCTC which will serve as a low-carbon, eco-friendly model at sea and play a vital role in supporting China’s rapidly growing global automotive exports. The vessel was designed by...
Ship’s deck & cargo news
ALFA LAVAL OPTIMISES LNG GAS GENERATOR
Alfa Laval has optimised the design of the Alfa Laval Smit LNG inert gas generator, bringing greater flexibility and modular construction, offering a range of options for more choice and faster access to vital safety equipment. The Smit LNG system is known for its...
PUMP RANGE TAILORED TO LNG SHIP REQUIREMENTS
Svanehøj has launched a completely new pump design for LNG, which it believes makes it the first in the marine market to offer both deepwell pumps and submerged pumps for electric fuel systems, aiming to gain a larger share of the attractive and strongly growing LNG...
Marine electronics & digitalisation news
NEW EMISSIONS DATA HIGHLIGHTS GAP BETWEEN PREDICTION AND REALITY
Following recent reports that energy efficiency technologies are underperforming by up to 40%, provider of maritime digital solutions Oceanly has reported a 60% success rate from the Ecopac energy optimisation system. Frederick Lerche-Tornoe, CEO Oceanly, said: "As...
HYUNDAI GLOVIS AND LAB021 PARTNER FOR VESSELLINK CO2 REPORTING SYSTEM’
Hyundai Glovis has entered a strategic partnership with maritime IT solutions provider Lab021 to implement Vessellink, an advanced digital reporting system designed for ship operations. The collaboration aims to integrate Vessellink for Ship, Lab021’s flagship...
Offshore marine news
NYK DELIVERS FIRST BIO METHANOL-POWERED CTV
Northern Offshore Services (N-O-S), a subsidiary of Northern Offshore Group (NOG), an NYK Group company that operates crew transfer vessels in the global offshore wind industry, has completed the world’s first bio-methanol-powered crew transfer vessel (CTV). Designed...
AiP FROM ABS FOR SBM NEAR-ZERO FPSO
ABS has issued an approval in principle (AiP) to SBM Offshore for its concept of a near-zero floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) unit. The NearZero FPSO design incorporates low carbon technologies that collectively create a 'near zero' Scope 3 carbon...
Maritime business news
NISSEN KAIUN TAKES STAKE IN WAPS COMPANY
Japanese shipowner Nissen Kaiun has become a shareholder in Dutch wind-assisted propulsion system (WAPS) developer Econowind, a move said to highlight growing industry interest in fuel-neutral technologies. The Imabari-based shipping company, which operates a...
FUEL DEVELOPER APPOINTS NEW CEO
Quadrise (QED), a low emissions fuels and biofuel developer, has announced the appointment of Peter Borup as Ceo, effective from 1 October 2025. The new appointment has been made to drive commercialisation in the next stage of QED’s growth. Quadrise is the supplier of...
Maritime & emissions research news
LR-LED STUDY CONCLUDES ALTERNATIVE FUELS ARE CRITICAL FOR GHG CUTS
Alternative fuels, green steel and renewable energy are fundamental to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction during the life cycle of a vessel, according a study carried out by a Lloyd's Register (LR), Knutsen, HDKSOE and HHI Joint Development Project (JDP). The...
SLOVENIAN UNIVERSITY JOINS EUROPEAN WATERBORNE TECHNOLOGY PLATFORM
In order to provide input and collaborate with the key players in the transition to a zero-emission, digital, safe, secure and competitive waterborne sector, the University of Ljubljana (Slovenia) has recently joined the Waterborne Technology Platform. The Waterborne...
Maritime safety & security news
MARLINK UPGRADES CYBER SECURITY PROGRAM
Network provider Marlink has released a new version of CyberGuard Threat Detection, its cloud-based solution which provides enhanced protection and response to cyber threats. CyberGuard provides a portfolio of solutions, designed to defend customers’ remote assets and...
TRAINING COMPANY TO OFFER ‘ALTERNATIVE FUELS’ COURSES
Stream Marine Training (SMT) is expanding its course catalogue, and due to industry demand is launching a one-day safety and awareness course for vessels carrying vehicles which are powered by batteries. SMT says shipping companies are set to have new challenges...
































