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Methanol-ready Cat 3500E marine engines win DNV AiP

Caterpillar Marine reports that it has received DNV Approval in Principle for its Cat 3500E methanol-ready marine main and auxiliary engines.

The DNV approval and class notation validate Caterpillar Marine’s methanol-ready dual-fuel engine solution. The Cat 3500E engines are available in 12-cylinder (up to 1,901 kW) and 16-cylinder (up to 2,525 kW) configurations. Caterpillar Marine will provide update kits for the 3500E in addition to offering new methanol-burning engines to satisfy the timing...

https://www.marinelog.com/shipbuilding/engines-fuel/methanol-ready-cat-3500e-marine-engines-win-dnv-aip/

Liberian Registry hires Giorgio De Sciora for key role

The Liberian Registry has named Captain Giorgio De Sciora its new vice president of regulations and standards, maritime operations.

In this position, De Sciora will direct and oversee the application of new and amended international maritime regulations and all related programs implemented by the administration.

With over 30 years of industry experience and expertise, including at Carnival Cruise Line, he will also be instrumental in leading the expansion of Liberia’s Passenger Ship program by...

https://www.marinelog.com/passenger/cruiseships/liberian-registry-hires-giorgio-de-sciora-for-key-role/