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Ten Trends Influencing Commercial Shipping

In a recently published report in June 2023, the World Maritime University studies and presents 10 trends influencing global commercial shipping. According to the Transport 2040 – Impact of Technology on Seafarers – The Future of Work Report, identifying global trends within the maritime industry is critically important since such knowledge helps stakeholders select trend relevant technologies. A Road Map…


Zero-Emission Shipping: What’s in it for Developing Countries?

Emissions from ships are heavy contributors to global climate change and local air pollution, putting pressure on the environment and humans. A new generation of bunker fuels, called zero-emission fuels, can help to address this challenge while also creating a major business opportunity in developing countries. Currently, ships contribute about 2-3% of all global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions —more than…