Ships & Boats
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Classification : World’s first IMO Type B Very Large Ethane Carrier (VLEC), the ABS-Classed
(SHANGHAI) The world’s first IMO Type B Very Large Ethane Carrier (VLEC), the ABS-Classed Pacific Ineos Belstaff, has been launched at Jiangnan Shipyard. The first of an order of four of the largest VLECs ever commissioned, the 99,000 cbm dual-fuel vessel is designed for long haul ethane transportation but can…
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News : Wärtsilä swappable battery containers enabling inland waterway vessels to operate with zero emissions
The technology group Wärtsilä has developed and delivered a mobile battery container solution that will enable inland waterway vessels to operate with zero emissions. The first order, comprising three units, was placed by ZES (Zero Emission Services) BV, a Netherlands-based company founded in 2020 by ING Bank, energy and technical…
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WASP: Wind Assisted Ship Propulsion
The WASP (Wind Assisted Ship Propulsion) project is funded by the Interreg North Sea Europe programme, part of the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF), to the tune of €5.4 million. The project brings together universities and wind-assist technology providers with ship owners to research, trial, and validate the operational performance…
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News : Havila Shipping ASA: Contract extensions with Nexans for Havila Phoenix
Havila Shipping has entered into a contract extension with Nexans for Havila Phoenix for a period of 100 days, with further options for 40 days. The contract will keep Havila Phoenix working for Nexans up to February 2022. For a part of the extended period, Nexans also rent the T3200…
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ABB to fit Tallink Megastar Ferry With Shore Connection For Emission-Free Port Stays
ABB’s comprehensive shore connection solution will allow Tallink shuttle vessel Megastar to plug into the local grid for quiet and emission-free overnight layovers in the Port of Tallinn. Fueled by low-emission liquefied natural gas, passenger, and car ferry Megastar makes three return journeys between the Estonian and Finnish capitals per…
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Breaking News : Castor Maritime to take over Japanese-built Panamax dry bulk carrier
A joint study by the companies will aim to introduce Meltin’s remote-control robotic technology. Cyprus-based shipping company Castor Maritime has agreed to buy a 2008 Japanese-built Panamax dry bulk carrier from an unaffiliated third party. The company will execute the transaction through a separate wholly-owned subsidiary for a consideration of…
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Classification : ClassNK releases Data Quality Guidelines outlining quality control for shipboard data
Tokyo -Leading Classification Society ClassNK released its “Data Quality Guidelines”. For facilitating processes of collecting and utilizing shipboard data among various stakeholders, the guidelines outline points to note for ensuring high data quality in accordance with the related international standards. As digitalization in the maritime industry is advancing, achieving data…
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Breaking News : Wasaline receives RMC-built green ferry Aurora Botnia
Shipping company Wasaline has taken the delivery of Aurora Botnia, a new liquefied natural gas (LNG)-powered ferry, from Finnish shipbuilder Rauma Marine Constructions (RMC). The RMC newbuild arrived in Vaasa, Finland, after concluding its second test run at sea. The ferry will embark on its maiden voyage on 28 August…
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Breaking News : EcoClipper announces first local agent for the Asia-Pacific region
Sustainable shipping initiative EcoClipper announces Alkmaar, The Netherlands,: EcoClipper has partnered with Wachter Oriental, trade facilitators, and merchants, to represent the sail cargo company in India and the South Pacific. Wachter Oriental will become the first local agent to act for EcoClipper abroad, as they continue to develop a financial…
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ABS : Sustainability-Whitepaper_LNG-as-Marine-Fuel PDF
Switching to liquified natural gas (LNG) has the potential to reduce a vessel’s CO2 footprint by up to 20 percent. Here are some design and operational factors to consider in using LNG as a marine fuel: The LNG fuel containment system design must factor in the optimal operating profile while…
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