Bord Gáis Energy & Corio Generation Explore Irish Offshore Wind
Corio Generation, an offshore portfolio company of Macquarie’s Green Investment Group partners with Ireland’s energy supply firm Bord Gáis Energy
Environment
Small Island States Win at Tribunal for Law of the Sea
Small island states achieve climate victory at the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea, the world court for ocean-related issues.
Van Oord Wins Iberdrola Contract for Baltic Wind Farm
Dutch company Van Oord secures contract from Spanish energy utility Iberdrola to construct the German Windanker wind farm in the Baltic Sea.
Innovative Microplastic Filter Launched by Marella Cruises
Marella Cruises and Cleaner Seas Group have announced the launch of a pioneering microplastic filter initiative aboard the Marella Explorer.
Antwerp-Bruges Debuts World’s First Methanol-powered Tug
The Port of Antwerp-Bruges has unveiled a groundbreaking innovation: the Methatug, a tugboat powered by methanol with a traction force of 50 tons
NYK & Partners to Create World’s First Biomass-Fueled Ship
Nippon Yusen Kaisha has partnered with NYK Bulk & Projects Carriers, Tsuneishi, and Drax to develop the world’s first biomass-fueled vessel.
Oil Spilt After Fuel Barge Hits Bridge in Galveston, Texas
A barge owned by Martin Petroleum collided with a bridge pillar in Galveston causing an oil spill & closing the only road to a neighboring island
Trump Wants to Eliminate Offshore Wind if Second Term Won
Donald Trump the Republic candidate, announced plans to target offshore wind projects with an executive order if he returns to the White House.
Renewable Energy Developer OX2 Receives Acquisition Bid
Stockholm-based renewable energy developer OX2 is currently the subject of a purchase offer from the investment firm EQT Infrastructure VI.
Cyan Renewables & Hyundai Asset Management Enter into MOU
Singapore's Cyan Renewables, specializing in offshore wind vessels, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Hyundai Asset Management.
Holland America Testing 100% Low Carbon Intensity Biofuel
Holland America Cruise Line's ship Rotterdam has initiated a trial using 100% low carbon intensity biofuel while cruising the Norwegian fjords.
Dire Flooding Halts Operations at Three Brazilian Ports
Floods in Rio Grande do Sul have resulted in the deaths of at least 85 and disrupted transportation and industrial operations across the state.
Tanker Spills Up To 30,000 Liters of Fuel in Ceuta Waters
A Turkish-owned product tanker, the K Onset, is reported to have leaked up to 30,000 liters of fuel in Ceuta after arriving from Villagarcía.
CNA CGM & Bpifrance Launch €200m Energy Transition Fund
CMA CGM and public investment bank Bpifrance announce creation of €200M fund dedicated to advancing energy transition in French maritime sector.
Plans for Up To 12 Offshore Wind Auctions Announced by US
US unveils five-year plan for offshore wind energy development, which proposes up to 12 potential offshore wind energy lease sales through 2028.
CMA CGM to Modify 100 Vessels for Greater Fuel Efficiency
The French shipping major, CMA CGM, has engaged Damen Shipyards Group for the retrofitting of approximately 100 of its vessels.
5.5GW Offshore Swedish Wind Farm Granted Natura 2000 Permit
The County Administrative Board of Gotland has awarded a Natura 2000 permit for an ambitious offshore wind farm in the Swedish Economic Zone.
Electric Passenger Vessel Launched by Pyxis in Singapore
On March 27, 2024, Pyxis unveiled its electric port passenger vessel, X TRON, during a launch event at Clifford Pier in Singapore.
117 Hectare Wildlife Sanctuary Part of Harwich Port Expansion
Local authorities have given the green light for a 117-hectare wildlife sanctuary as part of the Bathside Bay project in Harwich, UK.
Shells Sells Its 50% Stake in SouthCoast Wind Energy
Shell has divested its 50% ownership in SouthCoast Wind Energy, a venture aimed at developing wind energy projects off the Massachusetts coast.