ONE and SIPG Collaborate to Advance Alternative Marine Fuels
Ocean Network Express and Shanghai International Port Group sign agreement to advance the development and supply of alternative marine fuels.
Environment
TRIG Sells Part of Stake in Gode Wind 1 Offshore Wind Farm
The Renewables Infrastructure Group (TRIG) has decided to sell a portion of its stake in the 330 MW Gode Wind 1 offshore wind farm in Germany.
Uniper Launches BioLNG at Rotterdam Terminal
German energy giant Uniper has taken a pioneering step by becoming the first company to supply BioLNG from the gate terminal in Rotterdam.
MV MIROLA 1 Runs Aground in Philippine Waters; Oil Detected
Yesterday, July 31st, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) reported that the vessel MV MIROLA 1 had run aground in Philippine waters.
COSCO & Fortescue Partner to Develop Green Fuel Supply Chain
China’s COSCO has entered into a preliminary agreement with Australian mining company Fortescue to establish a green fuel supply chain.
Shipping Emissions Trading Scheme to be Enforced by Turkey
Shipowners looking to evade new environmental regulations by shifting operations to Europe’s eastern edge will need to reconsider their plans.
Oil Spill from Terra Nova Tanker Expands to Near Manila
The oil spill resulting from a tanker, which sank in the Philippines last Thursday, has spread, reaching the waters around the capital, Manila.
Ultra Galaxy Cargo Ship Breaks Apart on South Africa's Coast
The Ultra Galaxy, a general cargo vessel, has broken into four after being stranded on its side on South Africa’s west coast since early July.
NYK Investment to Restore Kelp Forests, Earn Carbon Credits
Japanese shipping giant NYK has discovered an innovative approach to earning carbon credits while also providing a popular delicacy to locals.
Oil Product Tanker Capsizes & Sinks Off Bataan, Philippines
On July 25, around 1:10 AM local time, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) reported the capsizing of the oil product tanker Terra Nova.
German-Run Cargo Ship Detained in Ceuta for Bunker Spill
A general cargo ship operated by Germany’s NautiCore Shipping has been detained in Ceuta, on the North African coast, due to a bunker spill.
Canada's Green Shipping Corridors Combat Climate Change
In response to the issue of climate change, Transport Canada is taking significant steps to mitigate the environmental impact of marine shipping.
La Niña Set to Impact Global Shipping Trade Patterns
Meteorologists from various countries have concluded that the weather phenomenon known as La Niña is expected to impact as early as next month.
IMO Seeks Industry Leaders for Marine Plastic Litter Alliance
The IMO is inviting businesses in the shipping and fisheries sectors to join the Marine Plastic Litter Global Industry Alliance (GIA).
New Jersey's Scrapped Offshore Wind Project Not Giving Up
Germany-based RWE and New York-based National Grid are making another attempt to advance the Community Offshore Wind project.
Maltese PM Tours MSC World Europa at Shore Power Inauguration
Malta’s PM Robert Abela visited MSC World Europa in Valletta as the ship marked the inauguration of the port’s new shore power facility.
Yang Ming Achieves Biofuel Bunkering Landmark in South Korea
Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation revealed its vessel YM Together has become the first foreign-flagged ship in South Korea to use biofuel.
Atlantic Shores South Offshore Wind Project Approved in US
US Dept. of the Interior approves the Atlantic Shores South offshore wind energy project, making it the 9th endorsed by the current administration
Vietnamese Offshore Wind Farm Announced by Doosan & Marubeni
South Korea’s Doosan Enerbility and Japanese conglomerate Marubeni have signed a MoU to advance offshore wind power development in Vietnam
Cadeler Signs Contract to Install Scottish Wind Turbines
Offshore wind installation company Cadeler secures contract to install 72 Vestas 15MW offshore wind turbines at the Inch Cape Offshore Wind Farm