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LNG
Using an abundant, if toxic, resource to power the maritime fleet. A mature future fuel already in use - but will it become dominant? Numerous NGOs protested against the IMO earlier this year putting biofuels in its Global Fuel Standard, but the “fuel versus food” debate seems to have been solved by deriving fuels from waste. Technically the cleanest possible fuel source available to the maritime world and one that has the longest history, dating back to the 1950s. Why is it not in common, non-military use? LNG is currently the most popular lower carbon fuel, but with bio and e-LNG it could move beyond its current transition fuel status supported by extensive existing infrastructure. Read More Read More Read More Read More Read More
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Pole Star
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NewsPole Star expands maritime intelligence reach
A new acquisition marks Pole Star’s entry into the marine insurance sector
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NewsBetter maritime compliance using advanced vessel tracking
Pole Star Global’s PurpleTRAC provides comprehensive vessel monitoring, real-time AIS tracking and proactive sanctions screening
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NewsA significant step forward in fleet management
Navilands Group has integrated Pole Star Global’s Podium5 platform in its digitisation efforts
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NewsRiding the waves safely with enhanced data
The maritime software market is forecast to grow annually by 12% as shipowners seek efficiency and regulatory compliance. We speak to a couple of big players
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NewsEXCLUSIVE: Future proofing shipping against the next crisis
Examining why digital systems can transform efficiency, enable highly effective preventative maintenance and eradicate tedious administrative tasks for crew
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Functions added to vessel tracking system
Pole Star Space Applications, a UK-based provider of fleet management, ship security and asset monitoring solutions, has added extra safety and security functions, under the name of Industry Zone.
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Tracking system suppliers to merge
Pole Star has announced its intention to merge with Absolute Software/Maritime Tracking Services. The company says that at this stage of negotiations, it is not possible to provide detailed information on the merger.
