Technical

Viswa Group: Global Fuel Characteristics Report 2024

The shift towards biofuels in 2024 has brought new dynamics to fuel quality and performance. The release of the updated ISO 8217:2024 specification now includes testing requirements for biofuel blends, reflecting the growing adoption of these fuels.

The Viswa Group issued its 2024 report on Global Fuel Characteristics, highlighting key trends in overall fuel quality, off-specification parameters across different regions, and the operational issues such as purifier sludging, fuel pump seizure,...

https://mfame.guru/viswa-group-global-fuel-characteristics-report-2024/

OceanScore’s FuelEU Planner Draws Attention at SMM Conference

  • OceanScore launches FuelEU Planner for optimizing compliance with new regulations.
  • The tool supports scenario modeling for cost-effective compliance and investment decisions.
  • Industry interest is rising, with clients like MSC already adopting the solution

OceanScore has introduced a new planning, simulation, and budgeting tool called the FuelEU Planner. This web-based solution is designed to help shipping companies optimize compliance with the upcoming FuelEU Maritime regulation, focusing on...

https://mfame.guru/oceanscores-fueleu-planner-draws-attention-at-smm-conference/

241 Kshitij Parashar, Program Lead of Cargo Visibility, Digital Container Shipping Association, DCSA

Continuous visibility into container whereabouts

This episode is sponsored by the Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA). Learn more about their efforts in shaping the digital future of container shipping at https://www.dcsa.org/ 

In this episode, we dive into the digital transformation of the container shipping industry with insights from the Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA). 
Kshitij Parashar is the lead of the digital container shipping association’s program for cargo...

https://shippingpodcast.com/241-kshitij-parashar-program-lead-of-cargo-visibility-digital-container-shipping-association-dcsa/

Bolt Failure Leads to Fire in Engine Room On Board Merchant Vessel in Transit

What Happened

During routine rounds, a fuel oil leak was observed in one of the main engine unit fuel distributors. A failed attempt was made to arrest the leak by tightening the bolt, following which a pipe was used to provide more torque to tighten a bolt on the distributor. The leak was arrested and the engine room unmanned.

However, after about half an hour, there was fire alarm in the engine room and low pressure on Main Engine cylinder unit no.2. On attending the alarm, the engineers...

https://mfame.guru/bolt-failure-leads-to-fire-in-engine-room-on-board-merchant-vessel-in-transit/

Steering The Industry Towards Proactive Maintenance Of Ships’ Hulls

Shipping’s ambitions to reduce emissions have triggered efforts to operate using as little fuel as possible. In the same way that options for optimized sailings, weather routing, and energy-saving technologies (ETSs) are being considered, so too has the humble hull come into focus. 

Vessel Performance 

Never before has vessel performance been more important than today, as new regional legislation in the form of the EU ETS (Emissions Trading Scheme) and international regulations such as the IMO...

https://mfame.guru/steering-the-industry-towards-proactive-maintenance-of-ships-hulls/

Working Of A Marine Steam Turbine Onboard A Merchant Ship

Most would want to know why is steam still being used as a means of propulsion at this day and age. It is only because of the nature of the cargo carried on board LNG carriers i.e Liquefied Natural Gas – Methane, reports Team bhp.

Marine Steam turbines are the primary means of propulsion on board LNG carriers though they are rapidly going obsolete with the advent of gas burning diesel engines. Most LNG carriers built pre 2015 were with steam propulsion. The generators on board are also steam...

https://mfame.guru/working-of-a-marine-steam-turbine-onboard-a-merchant-ship/

228 John Cooper, CEO of BAR Technologies

Spearheading wind-assisted propulsion

WindWings project is a commitment to leading the way towards a zero-carbon future while enhancing vessel efficiency. BAR Technologies believes there is more to be done to harness wind power and push shipping into a greener and more efficient era for the shipping industry.

We cannot wait for future newbuildings to help us meet new regulations and CO2 reductions. There is also a need to refit the existing fleet. The WindWings installation is part of Berge...

https://shippingpodcast.com/228-john-cooper-ceo-of-bar-technologies/

227 Alexander Enström, Executive Vice President of Marine, Hempel

How vital is coating for the efficiency of a ship?

With more than 14 years of experience in the coating industry, Alexander Enström leads Hempel’s Marine Segment as Executive Vice President. In episode 227, we continue the deep dive into hull specifics, or as Alexander says, “We are in business to protect the assets from corrosion”.

Listen to Alexander, listen to episode 222 with Philip Chaabane and episode 226 from the International Antifouling Conference 2023, and you are up to date!

Thank you...

https://shippingpodcast.com/227-alexander-enstrom-executive-vice-president-of-marine-hempel/

Harnessing Flapping Foil Technology

Credits: André François McKenzie/unsplash

A comprehensive review of flapping foils for Wave Devouring Propulsion (WDP) is presented. The flapping foil can effectively utilize wave energy and generate thrust, says an article published on science direct website.

Introduction To Wave Devouring Propulsion (WDP)

Utilizing the kinetic energy of ocean waves, flapping foils present a green and fuel-free propulsion method. This technology, known as Wave Devouring Propulsion (WDP), employs submerged...

https://mfame.guru/harnessing-flapping-foil-technology/

226 International Antifouling Conference 2023

Hull performance

Shipowners and ship managers are seeking solutions to manage hull performance more effectively. Why is that? It’s because they want to make their fleet more sustainable, and they also want to save money. Les effective hull performance > more fuel and more emissions. 
Listen to

  • Jennifer Arden, Marketing, Brand & Relations Manager at i-tech and organiser of the International Antifouling Conference in Gothenburg 2023.
  • José Gonzalez, Energy Conservation Manager, Stolt Tankers 
  • Martin...

https://shippingpodcast.com/226-international-antifouling-conference-2023/

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