Lake Kivu study explores CNG for vessels 
HPC Hamburg Port Consulting has delivered a market analysis and pre-feasibility study on switching to compressed natural gas (CNG) for vessels on Lake Kivu (Rwanda) and regional transport vehicles, as part of a collaboration with the Central Corridor Transit Transport... more
Rising demand for eco ships
HJ Shipbuilding & Construction (HJSC) has secured an additional order for four 7,900 teu eco-friendly container ships from a European client, valued at KRW 606.7 billion (USD 432 million), bringing its total to eight ships for this year, with a combined value of KRW 1.2... more
Biomethane fuels emission reduction programme
United European Car Carriers (UECC) and Titan Clean Fuels have strengthened their commitment to sustainability with a landmark agreement to supply UECC’s multi-fuel vessels with biomethane (LBM/bio-LNG) through 2024 and most of 2025, marking the largest ongoing LBM commitment in... more
Europe’s first electric tugs
The port of Antwerp-Bruges has reached a milestone in its sustainability efforts with the arrival of six energy-efficient tugboats, including the “Volta 1”, Europe’s first fully electric RSD tugboat. Equipped with a 70 t bollard pull and rapid charging capabilities, the... more
LHG forum debates green tech challenges
At its third "Green Port Technologies" forum last week, the Lübecker Hafen-Gesellschaft (LHG) emphasised the need for a diversified approach to sustainable port operations. Managing director Sebastian Jürgens cautioned against solely relying on electric drives,... more
New dual-fuel ship joins Maersk’s fleet
Maersk has officially named its ninth dual-fuel methanol vessel, “A.P. Møller,” during a ceremony in Singapore, marking its maiden voyage from Asia to Europe. This vessel, with a capacity of 16,592 teu, is part of a larger fleet of 18 methanol-powered ships scheduled for... more
E-ship 1 enters global charter market
Enercon and EMS Chartering have partnered to optimise the utilisation of Enercon’s wind-assisted cargo vessel, "E-Ship 1," enhancing its presence on the charter market. This collaboration enables third-party cargo transport alongside Enercon's wind turbine components,... more
Joint venture to ramp up fleet capacity
PSA Singapore and Evergreen Marine Corporation (EMC) have formed a joint venture to enhance container terminal operations in Singapore, set to begin by late 2024. The collaboration aims to provide EMC's expanding fleet with assured terminal capacity while driving operational... more
Solidarity warehouse supports French aid agencies
The CMA CGM Foundation has launched the “pharma box” and a shared solidarity warehouse, two key projects to address humanitarian and logistical challenges. Developed in partnership with Action Against Hunger, the “pharma box” is a mobile, energy-efficient container designed to... more
Strengthening ties with Chinese automakers
Sallaum Lines is adapting to increased vehicle imports from Chinese OEMs with significant investments in fleet expansion, infrastructure, and local operations. The company has ordered six dual-fuel LNG pure car and truck carrier (PCTC) vessels, each with a capacity of... more