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DP World And Masdar Unite To Advance Renewable Energy For Port operations

  • DP World and Masdar have partnered to implement renewable energy systems in DP World’s port operations across the Middle East and Africa.
  • The partnership aims to promote the adoption of renewable energy and battery storage systems within DP World’s global supply chain, focusing initially on sites in Saudi Arabia, Senegal, and Egypt.
  • DP World and Masdar intend to accelerate the deployment of renewable energy solutions by addressing regulatory challenges, particularly in emerging economies.
  • Sulta...

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USCG Launches Program To Safeguard Endangered Whales

  • The USCG has launched a pilot program to safeguard endangered whales.
  • The program aims to receive whale sighting reports from mariners.
  • The program aligns its operations with the Canadian Coast Guard Marine Mammal Desk.

The U.S. Coast Guard Sector Puget Sound has launched a cetacean desk pilot program that aims to safeguard endangered whales and reduce adverse impacts from maritime vessel traffic in the Salish Sea region, reports Safety 4 Sea.

Objectives: Mitigating Risks
  • Mitigate risks posed...

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IMO: Action Plan Agreed To Reduce Underwater Noise From Ships

  • The Sub-Committee on Ship Design and Construction (SDC) has agreed on an Action Plan to further prevent and reduce underwater radiated noise (URN) from ships.
  • The aim is to minimize the adverse effects of underwater noise on the marine environment, particularly on marine wildlife and indigenous communities.

The Sub-Committee on Ship Design and Construction (SDC) has agreed on an Action Plan to further prevent and reduce underwater radiated noise (URN) from ships, reads an IMO release.

Action...

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HELCOM Joins Forces With Save The Baltic Sea Campaign

  • HELCOM partners with the Save the Baltic Sea campaign, a nine-month hiking expedition covering eight countries, organized by Lithuanian NGO Už švarią Lietuvą.
  • The collaboration aims to enhance marine conservation awareness, engage communities, and aligns with HELCOM’s Baltic Sea Action Plan.

The “Save the Baltic Sea” campaign, a unique environmental initiative and hiking expedition covering eight countries around the Baltic Sea, is set to launch in March 2024. Organized by Lithuanian NGO Už...

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BMCT Sets The Standard For Green Terminals In India

In a pioneering move towards sustainability, Bharat Mumbai Container Terminals Pvt Ltd (BMCT), managed by Singapore-based PSA International, has emerged as India’s inaugural fully renewable energy-powered container terminal. This significant development marks a substantial stride in the country’s commitment to eco-friendly practices in the maritime sector.

Green Revolution at BMCT

BMCT’s adoption of renewable energy sources signifies a crucial shift towards reducing environmental impact. The...

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Poseidon Principles’ Report Reveals Climate-Aligned Shipping Finance

  • The Poseidon Principles’ 2023 Annual Disclosure Report showcases alignment with the IMO’s revised greenhouse gas strategy, committing to net-zero emissions by 2050 and achieving milestones by 2030 and 2040.
  • Despite industry challenges, the report demonstrates progress in climate alignment, marking a significant step in transparent and environmentally conscious ship finance.
  • Led by the Global Maritime Forum, this report reflects the maritime finance sector’s pivotal role in steering the...

https://mfame.guru/poseidon-principles-report-reveals-climate-aligned-shipping-finance/

IMOKAT II Is Targeting 70% Reduction In Four-Stroke Methane Slip

  • MAN Energy Solutions is developing ‘IMOKAT II,’ an oxidation catalyst to notably reduce methane slip in four-stroke engines.
  • Funded by the German Federal Ministry, this project aims for a 70% methane emissions reduction at full load.
  • Unlike its predecessor IMOKAT I, this prototype focuses on testing catalytic materials for field application, targeting vessel testing by Q1 2024.
Catalyst Innovation

Hans-Philipp Walther, Head of Exhaust Gas Aftertreatment at MAN Energy Solutions, highlights...

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CCS Technology As A Means Of Reducing CO2 Emissions

Wide-scale availability, supply and infrastructure supporting low- and zero-carbon e-fuels meant to advance the decarbonisation of shipping are years away. To bridge this gap, some see onboard carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology as a means of reducing CO2 emissions from ships burning conventional fossil fuels.

Global climate goals

But Jan Hagen Andersen, DNV business development director for the Americas, sees CCS playing an even more significant role in meeting overall global climate...

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ONE Now The Most Carbon-Efficient Carrier

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Emissions on the Far-East to US-east coast trades have fallen 23.3% since Q1 18, said Xeneta despite the onset of “over-tonnaging” and a major slippage in fill factor, reports maritime gateway.

Short-term comparisons, meanwhile, reveal more drastic changes since the onset of the unique market dynamics in 2022, which skewed results in 2021-22.

“Larger ships are more efficient in terms of CO2 emissions per teu,” noted Xeneta analyst Emily Stausbøll, adding that “while causing a capacity...

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Class Societies Provide More Clarity On Onboard Carbon Capture

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DNV has published new guidelines for the safe installation of onboard carbon capture and storage (OCCS) systems on board ships, amid growing pressure on the shipping industry to develop effective technologies to reduce emissions as part of the ongoing maritime energy transition, reports Rivera.

Post combustion OCCS

Post-combustion OCCS on board trading ships is expected to be among the most relevant methods of reducing greenhouse gas emissions on vessels where the use of...

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