European Space Agency launches the DECARDIS project with Awake.AI, ABB and Wallenius Marine to optimize ship-port operations

The European Space Agency (ESA) has initiated a new flagship project, Decarbonization through the Digitalization in Shipping (DECARDIS), together with optimization platform company Awake.AI, technology leader ABB and shipping company…

https://gcaptain.com/european-space-agency-launches-the-decardis-project-with-awake-ai-abb-and-wallenius-marine-to-optimize-ship-port-operations/

Q&A: Peter Brooks talks short distance shipping

Sponsored Content: As we already know, short distance shipping is typically faster and more cost-effective compared to long-distance shipping. It’s commonly used for local deliveries, last-mile logistics, and regional supply chain operations. Businesses often use short distance shipping for items like food, retail products, or urgent deliveries to meet customer demand quickly. Peter Brooks, who recently joined ABB as a Senior Account Manager for the Marine and Ports business, outlines what the...

https://www.marinelog.com/passenger/ferries/qa-peter-brooks-talks-short-distance-shipping/

Crowley christens America’s first all-electric harbor tug

In a ceremony held in the Port of San Diego yesterday, Crowley christened the eWolf, America’s first all-electric harbor tug. Operating with zero emissions and other sustainable technology, the tugboat delivers the high-power capability, safety and efficiency that Crowley has made its reputation.

“The eWolf is a historic milestone in the maritime industry and Crowley’s legacy, and underscores our company’s commitment to serve as global sustainability leaders and innovators. The all-electric...

https://www.marinelog.com/inland-coastal/coastal/crowley-christens-americas-first-all-electric-harbor-tug/

ABB launches Optimal Speed Routing service

ABB Marine & Ports has introduced a new feature to its routing services portfolio, Called Optimal Speed Routing, it will allow vessel owners to manage fuel costs on a through-voyage basis by optimizing vessel optimal route and speed at the same time. According to ABB, this is the first solution in the market equipped to optimize track and operating speeds simultaneously against anticipated weather.

ABB added routing services to its offerings earlier this year when it acquired the shipping...

https://www.marinelog.com/technology/abb-launches-new-optimal-speed-routing-service/

NXT’s new cable laying vessel will be methanol fueled

Danish-headquartered power cable designer, manufacturer and installer NKT has named its second cable laying vessel NKT Eleanora, meaning “shining light.” Under construction by Fincantieri Group member Vard to a design by Norway’s Salt Ship Design, it will be among the world’s first cable laying vessels designed to run on methanol,

NKT says the NKT Eleonora will boost the company’s offshore cable laying capacity and flexibility. The decision to invest in the vessel was announced in May last year...

https://www.marinelog.com/offshore/nxts-new-cable-laying-vessel-will-be-methanol-fueled/

ABB, Kuenz secure record crane order for Dutch container terminal

Global engineering company ABB and Austria-based crane manufacturer Kuenz have secured the largest single order for Automatic Stacking Cranes (ASC) ever placed by a European terminal.

This order is part of the ambitious “phase 2” expansion project at APM Terminals Maasvlakte II (APMT MVII) in Rotterdam, the Netherlands.

The collaboration involves the delivery of 62 ASCs and one Intermodal Yard Crane, all equipped with cutting-edge electrical and automation technology. These advancements will...

https://container-news.com/abb-kuenz-secure-record-crane-order-for-dutch-container-terminal/