Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore (BV), has published its latest technology report, 'Wind Propulsion Technology Report', which details the technology systems that are available, their viability, as well as the various challenges that inhibit the adoption of wind...
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LR APPROVAL FOR CANADIAN SHIP RECYCLER
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’S EMISSIONS MANAGEMENT TOOL GETS UPGRADE
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...
IRS LOOKS TO SUSTAINABILITY IN 2024
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...
AiP FROM ClassNK FOR AMMONIA REGASIFICATION CONCEPT
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...
DNV AND SDST JOIN FORCES TO PROMOTE SUSTAINABILITY AT SEA
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...
IACS MAKES PROGRESS IN SAFER DECARBONISATION
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...
BV CERTIFICATION FOR ERMA FIRST SHORE POWER SYSTEM
Bureau Veritas (BV) has granted an Approval in Principle to Greek company Erma First for its Blue Connect system, a high voltage alternative maritime power solution that can be housed in a 40ft container. Erma First’s system, which can be housed in a container or...
LR AiP FOR NACKS METHANOL-FUELLED BULKER
Lloyd’s Register (LR) has awarded Approval in Principle to Nantong COSCO KHI Ship Engineering Co Ltd (NACKS) for an 81,000 DWT Kamsarmax bulk carrier with new energy saving technology strategies jointly developed by LR, NACKS, Minerva and Cargill. The design features...
BV GRANTS AiP FOR WinGD AMMONIA ENGINE SAFETY CONCEPT
Bureau Veritas (BV) has awarded an approval in principle (AiP) to Swiss marine power company WinGD’s ammonia fuelled X-DF-A dual-fuel engine, in respect of the engine’s safety concept. The concept describes how risks associated with using ammonia as a fuel are...
LR AiP FOR CHINESE METHANOL-FUELLED AFRAMAX PROJECT
Lloyd’s Register (LR) has awarded Approval in Principle (AiP) to CSSC Qingdao Beihai Shipbuilding Heavy Industry and China Ship Design & Research Centre (CSDC) for its 110,000 dwt methanol-fuelled Aframax oil tanker design, developed as part of a joint...
ABS ISSUES APPROVAL FOR METHANOL-FUELLED SUPERYACHT
Lateral Naval Architects has received approval in principle (AiP) from ABS for its new design of a methanol-fueled, 70m superyacht. Lateral’s design focuses on reducing carbon emissions by utilising alternative fuels, specifically green methanol. The ABS Requirements...
SAFER SHIPPING MEANS CLEANER SHIPPING, SAYS ABS CEO
Speaking to industry leaders during COP 28 in Dubai, at a Future of Shipping summit organised by the International Chamber of Shipping, ABS Chairman and CEO Christopher J Wiernicki emphasised the pivotal role of safety in delivering a more sustainable industry....