Marine Technology

Marine Technology 24-Jan-2023

New Report Demonstrates how Maritime Industry Challenges are met most effectively through Connectivity

A new report compiled by maritime innovation consultancy, Thetius, makes a compelling case that shipping companies seeking to meet current and emerging challenges facing the maritime industry will benefit from a strategic approach to connectivity. Published by Inmarsat, a world leader in global, mobile satellite communications, ‘The Network Effect: Strategizing Connectivity at Sea for Maximum Impact’ also provides guidance on…

IMO, Marine Environment, Marine Technology, Zero Emission 28-Nov-2022

MEPSEAS South-East Asian Marine Protection Project Concludes

The conclusion of a successful 5-year initiative to protect the marine environment in South-East Asia from the negative effects of ships and shipping has been marked at a high-level meeting (25-27 October 2022) in Viet Nam with the adoption of a MEPSEAS-Halong Statement by the participating countries. The Marine Environment Protection of the South-East Asian Seas (MEPSEAS) project has seen…

Marine Technology, Zero Emission 28-Nov-2022

Korean Register to Support Development of Methanol Bunkering in Ulsan

International classification society Korean Register (KR) and Ulsan Port Authority (UPA) have signed an MOU to support methanol-fueled ships and establish the South Korean port as a low-carbon, eco-friendly energy hub. Methanol is a clean burning marine fuel which produces 99% less sulfur oxides (SOx), 80% less nitrogen oxides (NOx), and 25% less greenhouse gases (GHG) compared to conventional marine…

Events, Marine Technology 28-Nov-2022

Naval Air Wing Sends Off ScanEagle UAS Alpha Flight

Sangley Point, Cavite City, September 2022 – The Naval Air Wing (NAW) conducted a simple sendoff ceremony of the ScanEagle Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) at Headquarters Naval Air Wing, Naval Base Heracleo Alano, Sangley Point, Cavite City. Said ceremony was spearheaded by CAPT JUARIO C MARAYAG PN(GSC), Acting Commander, Naval Air Wing. The send-off ceremony marks the first deployment for…

Marine Technology, Maritime Security 28-Nov-2022

Book Review: Cyberspace in Peace and War

INTRODUCTION. This book is a way to make you a more intelligent critic of decisions that countries make with respect to threats from cyberspace. It is for those who ask what their country should do about cyberespionage or whether countries should integrate cyberspace into their threat planning, or cyberwar into their war planning, including military power. PART I. FOUNDATIONS EMBLEMATIC…

Marine Environment, Marine Technology, Offshore Wind 3-Sep-2021

TechnipFMC Enters Partnership with Magnora to Develop Floating Offshore Wind Projects

LONDON & PARIS & HOUSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)– TechnipFMC (NYSE:FTI) (PARIS:FTI) announced it has entered into an agreement with Magnora ASA (Magnora) to jointly pursue floating offshore wind project development opportunities under the name Magnora Offshore Wind. Magnora holds a strategic position within the renewable energy sector as an owner in offshore wind, onshore wind, and solar development projects and a key…

Marine Environment, Marine Technology 3-Sep-2021

New Ship-Port Interface Guide to Support GHG Emissions Reduction

The list of presented measures is non-exhaustive and is a result of initial research and findings, aiming to raise awareness of potential ideas which the maritime community could explore further. The measures have not been ranked in terms of emission reduction potential, but have been ordered into measures related to port operations, administrative data, nautical data and speed optimization. Each…

Marine Technology, Oil & Gas, Zero Emission 29-Jul-2021

New Age of Sail Looks to Slash Massive Maritime Carbon Emissions

If ocean shipping were a country, it would be the sixth-largest carbon emitter, releasing more CO2 annually than Germany. International shipping accounts for about 2.2% of all global greenhouse gas emissions, according to the U.N. International Maritime Organization. But change is on the way. Wind, solar electric, and hydrogen-powered ships offer innovative low- or no-carbon alternatives to fossil fuel-powered cargo…

IMO, Marine Technology 24-May-2021

Embracing Eco Innovations as IMO 2030 Looms Large

Decarbonization remains the hot maritime topic this year as the clock ticks on reducing carbon intensity by 40 per cent. The need to comply with IMO 2030 is looming large for shipowners. Newbuild vessels are already expected to achieve compliance with the Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI). This initiative is designed to ensure newbuild vessels meet requisite levels of efficiency….

Marine Environment, Marine Technology, Zero Emission 24-May-2021

Which Tanker Fuels are Best for Profits and the Environment?

To support such decision-making, DNV has been collaborating in a joint industry project (JIP) evaluating fuel technology options and energy-efficiency measures. The Roadmap towards a Zero-Emission Vessel project centers on a defined concept for two newbuild tankers (the “case ships”) of 2020 vintage. The two vessels investigated in the JIP are: An MR (about 39k dwt), trading short voyages mainly…

Marine Environment, Marine Technology 23-Mar-2021

Wave Prediction Becomes A Reality

Sigma S6 WaveSignal, launched this week by Rutter Inc., is the latest addition to the sigma S6 line of advanced radar processing systems. WaveSignal uses x-band radar and predictive analytics to determine when quiet periods in wave action will occur. This information will improve mariner safety while conducting on-deck operations, carrying out cargo or personnel transfers, and a host of other…

International Shipping, Marine Environment, Marine Technology 23-Mar-2021

Reducing Methane Slip without compromising on Engine Performance

Swiss engine technology company WinGD is helping shipping companies to optimize engine combustion and reduce methane slip with a new intelligent dual fuel engine technology. Intelligent Control by Exhaust Recycling (iCER) is a new technology that has been brought to the market by engine specialists WinGD. The technology, which is integrated into the company’s new X-DF 2.0 engine design, recirculates…

Marine Technology 23-Mar-2021

Setting Sail for More Efficient and Greener Trade by Sea

Increasing Relevance of Reefers. Shipping lines continue to recognize the importance of trades involving fruit, frozen meats and other foodstuffs and are maximizing the reefer potential of vessels deployed on key shipping routes, such as the West Coast of South America (WCSA) or New Zealand. It is now relatively common-place for container vessels to offer more than one third of…

Marine Environment, Marine Technology 23-Mar-2021

Revolutionizing Rechargeable Sodium-Ion Batteries with ‘Doped’ Carbon Anodes

As the world becomes aware of the imminent environmental crisis, scientists have begun a search for sustainable energy sources. Rechargeable batteries like lithium-ion batteries are seeing a popularity surge, concurrent with production of ‘greener’ technologies such as electric propulsion ships (which are being developed to meet the environmental regulations by the International Maritime Organization) and other electric vehicles. But, lithium…

Marine Environment, Marine Technology 23-Mar-2021

New ABB Emission Monitoring Solution Helps Maritime Industry Achieve Decarbonization

The launch of ABB’s CEMcaptain will help shipping comply with the sulphur emission regulations that were enforced in 2020. In January 2020, the low SOx and NOx emission limits in the International Maritime Organization regulations became effective worldwide. CEMcaptain is a powerful emissions monitoring system from ABB designed to help the maritime industry meet these new regulations and become more…

IMO, Marine Environment, Marine Technology 23-Mar-2021

Propelling The Maritime Industry Into A Decarbonized Future

With increasing demands on owners and operators to improve efficiency while also preparing for decarbonization targets, the maritime industry is facing multiple challenges. While the development of alternative fuels is a critical element in the decarbonization journey, the need to increase efficiency and reduce energy consumption is also a key part of this equation. Propulsion solutions are central to this…

Marine Technology, Offshore Wind 23-Mar-2021

OIM Wind to install KONGBERG Wind Turbine Installation Unit

Norway-based company OIM Wind will install a next-generation Wind Turbine Installation Unit (WTIU) by Kongsberg Maritime (KM) that will reduce energy consumption by up to 30 per cent. The installation is destined to be among the largest of its type. A Letter of Intent was signed between Chinese shipbuilder Yantai CIMC Raffles Offshore and KM to deliver the BT-220IU Wind…

Marine Technology, Zero Emission 23-Mar-2021

Is Nuclear Power the Future of Shipping?

In 2019, everyone in shipping was waiting for 2020 and the introduction of the 2020 sulphur cap. 2020 came and in spite concerns that shipping would not be able to comply with the regulation, the majority of ships actually complies. New, green fuels, like LNG and hydrogen have sure helped, as well as scrubbers. However, the need for further decarbonization…

International Shipping, Marine Technology, Ports and Harbors 28-Feb-2021

Digitalizing the Maritime Sector Set to Boost Competitiveness and Resilience of Global Trade

Joint report by the World Bank and IAPH to assist ports and maritime transport community accelerate digitalization and minimize ship-shore human interaction and COVID-19 risks. WASHINGTON, January 21, 2021—A new report was launched by the World Bank and the International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH) shows that better digital collaboration between private and public entities across the maritime supply…

Marine Technology 28-Feb-2021

Ship Repair and Retrofit Goes Digital

Vessel maintenance specialist, Newport Shipping, has unveiled a first of kind, innovative online portal that has been specifically designed to ease the complexities of ship repair and retrofit works. Digitalization is making its mark in the shipping sector, with many bespoke online tools now being utilized daily to operate and manage the world’s merchant vessel fleet. Arguably however, the ship…

Marine Environment, Marine Technology, Offshore Wind, Oil & Gas, Zero Emission 28-Feb-2021

Global Floating Wind Energy Market to Record a 2000-fold Increase by 2050

A new report forecasts that with the right drivers in place, the installed capacity of floating wind energy will grow from the existing 100 MW to 250 GW in 2050 – a 2000-fold increase.  The study from risk management and quality assurance company DNV GL states that because floating wind energy is unrestrained by ocean depth, “it will be an…

Marine Technology 28-Feb-2021

Interorient Shipmanagement invests in Ɛ-ORB Software Fleet-wide

Interorient Shipmanagement has decided to transition from traditional paper Oil Record Books (ORB) to using paperless, electronic ORBs through ɛ-ORB, which is a MARPOL electronic oil record book, and a Prevention at Sea software application. The decision to implement electronic recording on the entire Interorient fleet was taken to support the broader goal of more effective ship operations and to achieve…

Marine Technology, Zero Emission 28-Feb-2021

Hydrogen – Energy of the Future

SUMMARY. Hydrogen is one element receiving significant attention. As an energy source, hydrogen has long been considered a possible sustainable energy in the future. But it cannot be viewed in isolation, since it is both in competition and interdependent with other energies, and the technologies that use them. The question is whether hydrogen can be an important energy carrier of…