General News – Page 2
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NewsBALLAST WATER: MEPC 81 STRUGGLES TO DELIVER CLARITY
Several years ago, it was thought the ballast water management (BWM) market would experience a boom, rewarding the cutthroat behaviour of many OEMs with a massive influx of orders and a winner-takes-all profit outcome. But as it stands, the boom has appeared more a protracted trickle, and the regulation surrounding the issue is still in flux. As of the conclusion of MEPC81 in March, a number of important questions had still not been settled.
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NewsSEATRADE BOOSTS REEFER BOXSHIP FLEET
Signalling a major new stage of investment in temperature-controlled cargo capacity, the first of six reefer containerships ordered by specialist operator Seatrade was handed over by her Chinese builder last week.
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NewsSvitzer Targets Methanol-Fuelled MAN 175DF-M Engine for Tug Application
MAN Energy Solutions and Svitzer have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) focused on the development of a methanol-fuelled version of the MAN 175D engine. Designated 175DF-M (Dual Fuel-Methanol), the MoU targets the finalisation of a field-test agreement based on which a dual-fuel engine and plant equipment will be installed on board one of Svitzer’s newbuild tugs.
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NewsMAN ES UPDATES MID-RANGE ENGINES
Upgraded versions of two of its most versatile propulsion engine series have been developed by MAN Energy Solutions. The revisions to the S50 and S60 types entail a number of design and component changes and introduce further dual-fuel options into the company’s two-stroke portfolio.
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NewsEngine makers ready engines for the 4-stroke methanol market
The solutions available for methanol engines and retrofit packages are growing, but there are still financial concerns about their viability.
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NewsNorwegian approval for ammonia bunkering barge
The Norwegian Directorate for Civil Protection has given the go-ahead for an ammonia bunkering facility at Fjord Base in Florø, Norway.
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NewsChevron underlines commitment to drive change through partnership
Chevron Marine Lubricants held the first technical seminar for 2024 on 7 March in Istanbul, Turkey. The event was held in collaboration with Petrol Ofisi Group. The seminar focused on the future of the maritime industry and the role that lubrication solutions will play in the ongoing energy transition. The event also celebrated the 10-year anniversary of cooperation between Chevron and Petrol Ofisi Group.
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NewsMethanol bunkering milestone at Savannah
The Port of Savannah in the US state of Georgia hosted its first methanol bunkering operation in late February 2024. The Stena Provident, which is time-chartered by Bahri Chemicals, successfully loaded almost 1000 MT of methanol at Colonial Terminals’ Lathrop 2 facility in an historic first for the port.
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NewsClassNK classifies first Neopanamax onboard CCS retrofit installation
ClassNK has issued a SCCS-Full class notation to EVER TOP, a Neopanamax container vessel owned by Taiwanese liner operator Evergreen. The notation signifies that the vessel is now equipped with an onboard CO2 capture and storage (CCS) system.
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NewsMAN 51/60DF Engine Passes 10 Million Operational Hours Milestone
MAN Energy Solutions has announced that its MAN 51/60DF engine has passed the milestone of 10 million operational hours. The company states that, since its market entry, the dual-fuel engine has proved extremely popular with 310 engines currently in service – an increase of almost 100 units since 2022.
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NewsPolicy action key to delivering alternative and conventional fuel cost parity by 2035: Wärtsilä
Sustainable shipping fuels could reach cost parity with fossil fuels as early as 2035 with the help of decisive emissions policy such as carbon taxes and emissions limits, according to a new report launched today by Wärtsilä.
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NewsSafety and supply crucial for the widespread adoption of ammonia as a marine fuel: LR
A new Lloyd’s Register report has highlighted the need for industry-wide understanding of the operational and safety challenges surrounding the use of ammonia as a marine fuel, for its adoption as part of the maritime energy transition.
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NewsUlsan Port joins DNV Korea’s Decarbonization Network
Ulsan Port, a key maritime hub for Asia, has reaffirmed its pledge to environmentally friendly shipping practices by becoming a member of DNV Korea’s Decarbonization Network.
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NewsClass Tanker and Bulker Expert Team Set Up in Shanghai
Classification society DNV has established a Tanker and Bulker Expert Team based in Shanghai. The team is expected to help support customers meet strong global demand growth as well as fleet renewal plans in the key dry and wet segments.
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NewsABS Cyber Security PDA Certification For MAN CEON Digital Platform
ABS has awarded MAN CEON, MAN Energy Solutions’ digital platform, its Cyber Security Product Design Assessment (PDA) certification. The certification process involves rigorous assessments to ensure that digital solutions comply with the comprehensive ABS cyber-security guidelines, designed to protect vessels and offshore platforms from cyber threats.
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NewsOcean Network Express finalises 1st EUA Transaction
ONE has announced that it has concluded its first European Union Allowances (EUA) transaction with BNP Paribas.
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NewsGroundbreaking ceremony for Schottel logistics centre
A delayed ground-breaking ceremony has been held for SCHOTTEL GmbH’s new logistics centre at its rudder propeller factory in Dörth.
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NewsTotalEnergies acquires US carbon capture developer
TotalEnergies has announced that it has agreed to fully acquire Talos Low Carbon Solutions (TLCS), an early-mover American company focused on carbon capture and storage (CCS).
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NewsK Line inks deal with Japanese gas company to study CCS logistics chain
Japan’s Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. (“K” LINE) has signed an agreement with Japanese gas importer, TOKYO GAS CO., LTD. (Tokyo Gas) to conduct detailed studies examining the establishment of a carbon capture and storage (CCS) value chain.
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NewsFirst MAN B&W G45 type with EGR bypass for Japanese licensee
Accelleron has been chosen to supply turbochargers for Japanese engine builder Makita’s first small-bore two-stroke marine engine featuring exhaust gas recirculation (EGR). The step follows a successful matching test in which Accelleron’s A255-L turbocharger demonstrated high efficiency, supporting both low NOx emissions and overall fuel consumption on the Makita-built MAN B&W 6G45ME-C9.7-EGRBP engine.
