Report Analyses Fuel Cells for Deepsea Vessels
The Mærsk Mc-Kinney Muller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping has released a report providing a techno-economic assessment of fuel cell applications for onboard auxiliary power for deep-sea vessels.
HMM to utilize AI video analysis system for improved safety
HMM Co. is set to enhance safety management on its vessels by adopting the artificial intelligence (AI) video analysis solution DeepEyes. DeepEyes is designed to recognize sudden incidents such as fire, smoke, lack of safety gear among workers, and falls, and promptly alert administrators.
Bergen Engines to Provide Generating Sets for World’s Largest Hydrogen Ferries
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
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.
Wärtsilä to Roll Out Four More Methanol Engines
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.
Zero emissions ferry company SWITCH Maritime raises $10m
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.
Floating Offshore Nuclear Power Barge Design Receives ABS Approval
South Korea’s HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (KSOE) and KEPCO Engineering and Construction Company have become the latest partnership to propose designs for a floating offshore nuclear power barge
Chinas First Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vessel Marks Breakthrough in Inland Waterway Ships
China has placed its first hydrogen fuel cell-powered vessel into service. Officials from the Three Gorges Corporation, which will be operating the vessel as a demonstration ship, are calling it “a breakthrough in the application of hydrogen fuel cell technology in inland waterway ships.
Maersk Gives its Seafarers Starlink Internet
Maersk Line adopts Starlink for fleet connectivity, offering high-speed internet to improve efficiency and communication for mariners. The positive trial results led Maersk to extend Starlink to all 330 owned vessels, enhancing onboard connectivity in an industry where basic connectivity remains a challenge. Starlink gains popularity in the maritime sector with key players like A.P. Moller-Maersk benefiting from seamless global connectivity.
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