Bergen Engines to Provide Generating Sets for World’s Largest Hydrogen Ferries

Technology


Bergen Engines is known for producing medium-speed marine engines and generator series, and plays a key role in building the world's largest hydrogen-fueled hybrid ships. These ships are capable of using hydrogen and vegetable oil treated with water (HVO), a low-carbon storage resource. The use of HVO can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and other pollutants.

Bearing AI launches fleet deployment tool

Technology


Maritime AI specialists Bearing AI has launched a new “Deployment Planner”. It said its aim is to assist cargo liners navigate the changing regulatory environment, while ensuring speedy delivery and profitability.

Singapore Keeps Top Maritime City Status, and UAE Moves Up the Ranks

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The latest edition of the DNV Leading Maritime Cities report is out, and it has some surprises - and some consistency.

Wärtsilä to Roll Out Four More Methanol Engines

Technology


Technology group Wärtsilä said it plans to introduce another four methanol engines to its portfolio. In addition to the Wärtsilä 32 methanol engine launched last year, Wärtsilä will add the Wärtsilä 20, Wärtsilä 31, Wärtsilä 46F and Wärtsilä 46TS, available for deliveries at different points from 2025 onward.

Coast Guard Issues Safety Alert on Shipboard Crane Wire Rope Hazards

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In response to a recent accident involving a shipboard crane, the U.S. Coast Guard has issued a marine safety alert highlighting the hazards associated with shipboard crane wire ropes.

DP World and IRENA partner on de-carbonization work

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Maritime ports and logistics giant DP World has signed an agreement with the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) to work on solutions to decarbonize the shipping and port industry.

Suez Canal Authority Collaborates with ABS to Develop a Roadmap for the Green Canal Program by 2030

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ABS and the Suez Canal Authority (SCA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop a long-term sustainability roadmap and de-carbonization strategy for the canal, one of the world’s busiest shipping routes.

Zero emissions ferry company SWITCH Maritime raises $10m

Technology


SWITCH Maritime, a zero-emissions ferry company, has raised $10m in a Series a funding round as it seeks to expand its hydrogen and battery-powered fleet in the US.

Celebrity Ascent Delivered to Celebrity Cruises

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Celebrity Cruises announced it has taken delivery of its latest new build, the 141,420 GT Celebrity Ascent, built by Chantiers de l'Atlantique shipyard in St. Nazaire, France.

Biggest Chinese Antarctic Fleet Sets Off to Build Research Station

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China's biggest flotilla of research vessels deployed to the Antarctic will focus on building the station on the rocky, windswept Inexpressible Island near the Ross Sea, a deep Southern Ocean bay named after a 19th century British explorer.