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ABS : Industry-Leading Analysis of Offshore Green Hydrogen Production Technology
(HOUSTON) Offshore green hydrogen production is the latest decarbonization technology to be evaluated by ABS as part of its industry-leading series of sustainability guidance. The ABS Whitepaper: Offshore Production of Green Hydrogen explores the conditions driving the marine and offshore industries toward the adoption and production of green hydrogen, the…
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RINA Approves First MR Tanker to Exceed IMO 2050 Targets Using Fossil Fuels
RINA has granted Approval in Principle to FKAB Marine Design for itsnomy MR Tanker RINA has announced the Approval in Principle (AiP) of Swedish designer FKAB Marine Design’s hydrogen-powered MR Tanker, the first AiP of a design using currently viable technology and fuels that achieves IMO 2050 targets. Conceived by…
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Government Support Critical If Hydrogen and Carbon Captureare to Deliver Net Zero, Says ABS Chairman, President and CEO
Transportation, Safety, Standards, and Regulation are Boundary Conditions in the Energy Transition, Wiernicki Tells Hydrogen Industry (HOUSTON) “Transportation and safety, as well as standards and regulation, are going to be nothing short of boundary conditions in this energy transition.” That was the message for the hydrogen industry from Christopher J.…
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ABS : Updated Matrix of Regulation – February 2022 PDF
This February 2022 Updated Matrix identifies and summarizes international regulations to be complied with for the next several years based on compliance dates for new and existing ships according to ship type, size, and age. It includes new regulations adopted at MEPC 77 and MSC 104in Fall 2021. [pdf id=’64869′]
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ABS Webinar : Counting on Carbon Capture – An Overview 02 MAR Event Dat
The latest industry insights indicate that carbon capture will play a major role in the global energy transition. With the demand for carbon capture ramping up, there are increased opportunities for both the marine and offshore industries to play a part in the carbon economy. In Counting on Carbon Capture:…
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ABS Appoints Paul Sells to Drive the Next Generation of Digital Solutions
(HOUSTON) Today, our global supply chain and energy infrastructure depend on the maritime industry. Increasing demand and challenges are accelerating the digitalization of the industry. ABS, as a long-term, global leader in the maritime industry, has taken a significant step in enhancing its offering to meet these challenges through the…
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ABS Appoints Stamatis Fradelos Vice President of Regulatory Affairs
Industry Veteran to Spearhead ABS Engagement with Global Maritime Administrations and Regulatory Bodies (ATHENS) As shipowners navigate an ever more complex regulatory environment, ABS has appointed specialist Stamatis Fradelos as Vice President of Regulatory Affairs. Fradelos, who returns to ABS’ Athens office, where he was previously Business Director and member…
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First of 13 ABS Class Newcastlemax Vessels Ordered by Eastern Pacific Shipping
(SINGAPORE) The first LNG-fueled Newcastlemax bulk carrier in an order of 13 ABS-Classed vessels for Eastern Pacific Shipping (EPS) has taken on its first load of LNG bunker fuel in Singapore. The 209,936 DWT dual-fuel vessel, Mount Tourmaline, was built by Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding Co., Ltd., China, and delivered to…
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Bahamas a top-performing flag state, says ICS report
The Bahamas has been confirmed as a top-performing flag state, achieving positive scores across all 19 categories of the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS)’s 2020-21 Flag State Performance Table. In ICS’s latest report, The Bahamas scored highly for the Port State Control records of ships that fly the Bahamian flag,…
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Invitation Webinar : Combining Operational and Ocean-sourced Weather Data to Optimise Voyages
Voyage optimization strategies are key in supporting the maritime industry’s digital and decarbonization journey. By leveraging both ship operational data and weather data, ship managers and charterers receive insights to operate efficiently and meet sustainability goals, such as recommendations for instructed speed and rpm that give a competitive edge. It…
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