International classification society DNV has joined forces with HD Korea Shipbuilding and Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) and HD Hydrogen to develop innovative carbon capture technology for marine applications. The Joint…
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World’s First Electric Ferry Marks a Decade of Operations
The MF Ampere, the world’s first fully electric ferry, is celebrating 10 years of successful operations in Norway’s Sognefjord. Designed and built by Fjellstrand Shipyard in 2015, the vessel has…
https://gcaptain.com/worlds-first-electric-ferry-marks-decade-of-operations/
Bibby Marine Goes Big on Batteries: World’s First Fully-Electric Offshore Vessel to Launch in 2027
UK-based Bibby Marine has contracted with Spanish shipyard Armon to build the world’s first fully-electric Commissioning Service Operation Vessel (eCSOV), marking a significant milestone in maritime decarbonization. The vessel will…
Svitzer Orders World’s First Battery-Methanol Tug
Svitzer, a global leader in towage services, has announced a groundbreaking contract with Turkish shipyard Uzmar to construct the world’s first battery-methanol tug. The innovative vessel, designed for operations in…
https://gcaptain.com/svitzer-orders-worlds-first-battery-methanol-tug/
DFDS to Electrify Cross-Channel Transport with Battery-Powered Vessels
DFDS, a leading European shipping and logistics company, has announced its plan to introduce up to six fully electric ferries on the English Channel. The announcement came after a meeting…
https://gcaptain.com/dfds-commits-to-electrify-cross-channel-transport-with-battery-powered-vessels/
Electric Tug Fleet Launches at Port of Vancouver
SAAM Towage, in collaboration with a consortium of public and private sector partners, has unveiled the first 100% electric, zero-emission tugboats at the Port of Vancouver. The official unveiling, held…
https://gcaptain.com/electric-tug-fleet-launches-at-port-of-vancouver/
SEACOR to Convert Four More PSVs to Battery Power
SEACOR Marine Holdings has announced plans to convert four platform supply vessels (PSVs) to hybrid battery power. The company on Thursday announced it a deal to acquire the energy storage…
https://gcaptain.com/seacor-to-convert-four-more-psvs-to-battery-power/
Crowley Takes Delivery of Groundbreaking Battery-Powered Tug ‘eWolf’
US-based Crowley has taken delivery of the United States’ first all-electric, ship assist harbor tugboat, named eWolf. Designed by Crowley’s in-house engineering services team, eWolf is set to operate with zero emissions, matching…
https://gcaptain.com/crowley-takes-delivery-of-battery-powered-tug-ewolf/
Electric Light Cargo Vessel Set for Singapore Launch
By Ram Anand (Bloomberg) — Singapore’s first electric cargo vessel is due to start sea trials and launch in the fourth quarter, according to Yinson Green Technologies, part of a consortium…
https://gcaptain.com/electric-light-cargo-vessel-set-for-singapore-launch/
Kirby Christens Nation’s First Plug-In Hybrid Electric Towing Vessel
Kirby Inland Marine, part of Houston-based Kirby Corporation (NYSE: KEX), has christened the first plug-in hybrid electric inland towing vessel in the U.S. A christening ceremony for the Green Diamond was held…
https://gcaptain.com/kirby-christens-nations-first-plug-in-hybrid-electric-towing-vessel/