Cruise Ship Solar Panels Could Help Cut Emissions, Save Fuel
Researchers are investigating the feasibility of equipping cruise ship cabins with solar panels to enhance energy efficiency and lower emissions.
Environment
Greek Shipping Firm Eurobulk Fined for Pollution Violations
Greek company Eurobulk Ltd. has admitted to violating the Act to Prevent Pollution from Ships and falsifying records to cover up the infractions.
Solar-Powered Cabins Could Make Cruises More Sustainable
Scientists are investigating the possibility of equipping cruise ship cabins with solar panels to enhance energy efficiency and reduce emissions.
Taean Wind Power Secures Fixed-Price Contract in South Korea
Taean Wind Power has finalized a fixed-price offtake agreement for a major offshore wind project in South Korea.
Trump’s Bold Moves on Panama Canal & Gulf Name
In his first hours as 47th president of the USA, Trump made headlines with declarations including a vow to take back control of the Panama Canal.
Green Rizhao: China’s First Carbon-Neutral Cargo Vessel
On January 15th, COSCO Shipping took delivery of the cargo vessel Green Rizhao during an official induction ceremony in Dalian, China.
Disney Plans Eco-Friendly Cruise Ships for a Greener Future
Disney announces plans for a series of smaller, eco-friendly ships with three of the four new vessels being approx 100,000 gross registered tons.
MOL Partners on Green Corridor Linking Portugal to N. Europe
MOL has signed a MoU with Madoqua Renewables Holding Lda and other international industry leaders to establish a European green shipping corridor
Costa Smeralda First Cruise Ship to Bunker LNG in Dubai
Costa Smeralda, while operating her winter cruise season in the United Arab Emirates, has become the first cruise ship to refuel there with LNG.
Vard Explores Nuclear Propulsion for Maritime Shipping
Vard is working with the Norwegian University of Science and Technology and other stakeholders on a project to investigate nuclear propulsion.
Brazil Prepares for Greener Fuels in Cruise Industry
Brazilian authorities and suppliers are gearing up to embrace the cruise industry’s newest green technologies and sustainable fuels.
BOEM Seeks Input on Offshore Wind Leasing Near Guam
The US Bureau of Ocean Energy Management issued a call for information and nominations regarding potential wind energy leasing off the coast of Guam.
Equinor Secures $3B Funding for Empire Wind 1 in the US
Norwegian energy leader Equinor has secured a $3 billion financing package to support its Empire Wind 1 project in the United States.
MSC Cruises Faces Complaint Over Environmental Claims
An environmental advocacy group has filed a complaint against MSC Cruises, accusing the company of using 'deceptive and unlawful advertising.'
South Korea Awards 1.9GW of Offshore Wind Capacity in Auction
South Korea's Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy has allocated nearly 1.9GW of offshore wind capacity via its latest offshore wind auction.
Port of Oakland Secures $10.5M Grant for Zero-Emission Shift
The Port of Oakland has been awarded $10.5 million from the EPA as a part of the agency’s Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle grant program.
Oil Spill Hits Kerch Strait After Tanker Disasters
Shorelines around the Kerch Strait have been contaminated with oil following a series of incidents involving aging Russian tankers in recent days
Biden Unveils Plan for Net-Zero Emissions in Maritime Sector
On December 11th, U.S. President Joe Biden introduced the U.S. Maritime Decarbonization Action Plan, aimed at decarbonizing the maritime industry
Oil Spill Reported at Shell Terminal in Bonny, Nigeria
An oil spill has been reported at a Shell Petroleum Development Company terminal in Bonny, Nigeria, following a rupture in a pipeline.
Wallenius Wilhelmsen Secures Major Deals with Biofuel Focus
Wallenius Wilhelmsen finalizes two long-term shipping agreements with automobile manufacturers, both featuring a commitment to using biofuel.