Maersk Tests Methanol-Ethanol Blend Aboard Laura Maersk
Maersk has begun onboard fuel trials using a methanol-ethanol blend as part of its push to develop cleaner, more sustainable fuel solutions.
Environment
US Threatens Sanctions Over IMO Net Zero Shipping Plan
Trump administration escalated trade and maritime policies, warning countries supporting the IMO's Net Zero Framework could face sanctions.
Greenpeace Blocks LNG Terminal in Zeebrugge Protest
October 1st, Greenpeace activists staged a blockade at Belgium’s LNG import terminal in Zeebrugge, targeting LNG imports from Russia and the US.
Port of Seattle Opens Funding for Community Projects
Port of Seattle opens applications for community-based organizations seeking funding for environmental projects in underserved neighborhoods.
Shore Power Installation to Begin at Heysham, UK this Month
NatPower Marine and Peel Ports Group will begin installing shore power facilities at Heysham Port in the NW of the United Kingdom this month.
Port of Kiel Now Powers Seven Vessels Simultaneously
The Port of Kiel in Germany now provides shore power to seven ships at once making it the most extensive & advanced system of its kind in Europe.
MSC Launches Aqua Initiative to Cut Plastic Bottles
MSC Cruises unveils new onboard drinking water filtration system as part of Aqua by MSC initiative to reduce single-use plastics across its fleet
Long Beach Port Commits $102M to Zero-Emission Projects
Port of Long Beach approves $102 million investment aimed at advancing zero-emission operations, focusing on acquiring clean cargo-handling equipment
AIDA Expands Biofuel Use and Shore Power Connections
AIDA says during first half of 2025 it consumed over 3,300 tons of bio-LNG on the AIDAnova and completed more than 250 shore power connections.
Cunard Alters Alaska Cruise Plan After Tracy Arm Landslide
Cunard has announced a change to the itinerary of the Queen Elizabeth after a landslide impacted the Tracy Arm Fjord in Alaska, USA.
India, Singapore Sign Green Shipping Corridor Deal
ndia and Singapore have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to create a Green and Digital Shipping Corridor (GDSC) linking the two nations
J-ENG Unveils World’s First Ammonia-Fuelled Engine
J-ENG announces breakthrough in maritime’s decarbonization efforts with completion of world’s first full-scale commercial engine powered by ammonia
US Ends $679M in Funding for Offshore Wind Projects
The US Department of Transportation has revoked or withdrawn $679 million in support previously allocated to 12 offshore wind initiatives.
Protesters Delay P&O's Ventura’s Rotterdam Arrival
Protesters attempted to block P&O Cruises’ ship, Ventura, from docking in Rotterdam, Netherlands on August 24th, 2025.
South Africa Tightens Offshore STS Rules, Hikes Penalties
South Africa rolls out regulatory regime for offshore ship-to-ship transfers, increasing penalties and imposing strict environmental safeguards.
DNV to Advise Kolon Global on 400MW Wando Jangbogo
DNV signs two-year agreement with developer Kolon Global Corporation to act as owner’s engineer for the 400MW Wando Jangbogo offshore wind farm.
CMA CGM Invests in Vanguard to Secure US Bio-LNG
CMA CGM is taking a minority stake in U.S.-based Vanguard Renewables via its PULSE energy fund locking in long-term supplies of renewable natural gas
Hanwha, Hyundai Join Forces on Offshore Wind Projects
Hanwha Ocean forms partnership with Hyundai Engineering & Construction to bolster South Korea’s offshore wind supply chain via joint EPC initiatives
UK Ports to Trial Carbon Capture Tech on Ships
Large black exhaust pipes designed to trap harmful emissions will soon be seen on ships in Europe, thanks to United Kingdom government funding.
Holland America Unveils Coasters from Recycled Carpet
Holland America has introduced a new retail product: a set of coasters crafted from repurposed carpet once installed aboard several of its ships.