ABS has released its latest report into the potential of advanced nuclear technology for maritime applications, with a study of a small modular reactor on a standard LNG carrier. The transformational impact of a high-temperature, gas-cooled reactor (HTGR) on the...
ClassNK has released a second updated edition of its 'FAQs on the EU-ETS for Shipping', following entry into force of the amendment to the EU-ETS Directive and the issuance of supporting regulations, including those related to EU-MRV. The revised booklet provides...
As the maritime industry forges ahead with its efforts to meet the goal of net zero emissions by 2050, the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) says it continues to provide strong support by facilitating the safe adoption of the technological...
ClassNK has issued an Approval in Principle (AiP) for a maritime hydrogen fuel cell system developed by Yanmar Power Technology, this being the first AiP certification for a maritime hydrogen fuel cell system developed by a Japanese manufacturer. The classification...
DNV has been selected to class ship owner Purus’ newbuilding order of two Very Large Ethane Carriers (VLECs), contracted at HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) in South Korea and scheduled for delivery in 2026-2027. With a cargo carrying capacity of 98,000m3, the two...
Lemissoler Navigation and Shanghai Merchant Ship Design and Research Institute (SDARI) have received ABS approval in principle (AiP) for its design of a 65,000 dwt methanol-fuelled ultramax bulk carrier, the first such methanol vessel for China’s shipbuilding...
Classification society DNV has updated its recently released Compliance Planner, which will now additionally enable DNV customers to monitor their entire fleets and individual vessels against Flag State compliance requirements. According to DNV, international shipping...
Lloyd’s Register (LR) has certified Nova Scotia recycling facility, R.J. MacIsaac (RJMI), according to the requirements of the Hong Kong International Convention for the Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships (Hong Kong Convention). It is the first Canadian...
ClassNK has released new features for its GHG Emissions Management Tool, ClassNK ZETA (Zero Emission Transition Accelerator). The ClassNK ZETA is a tool for visualising GHG emissions and CII ratings of ships and is used on over 5,000 vessels. Based on data submitted...
The Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) says it made significant progress throughout the year 2023, venturing into new geographies and maintaining business growth. IRS has enlarged its fleet by adding more than 5m gt and expanded its global reach to Middle East, Europe...
ClassNK has issued an Approval in Principle (AiP) for an Ammonia FSRU (Ammonia Floating Storage and Regasification Unit) jointly developed by Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) and Mitsubishi Shipbuilding. Ammonia, which does not emit CO2 during combustion, is projected to be...
Classification society DNV and Shandong Shipping Tanker Co (SDST) have announced the launch of a new Joint Innovation Studio to explore, develop and promote maritime projects in the digital and sustainability space. According to DNV, the shift towards a more digital...
The Council of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) has welcomed significant progress being made by the Association to deliver measures to ensure the safe decarbonisation of the industry. The recent council meetin heard that work...
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