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Sustainable Innovation in Maritime Transport: UPM's Commitment 🌍🚢 What a breakthrough for UPM! 🚢 The implementation of these seven new dual-fuel engine vessels is not only a testament to the company's commitment to sustainability 🌍 it also demonstrates a proactive approach towards reducing emissions on our European routes. It is encouraging to see how technological innovation is translating into tangible benefits for the environment 🌱. I look forward to learning more about the results of this first year of operations and how these vessels have contributed to a cleaner and more efficient future. #JuntosProducimosFuturo. #JuntosSomosUPM

Maersk, CMA CGM, John Frederiksen controlled SFL Corporation, Eastern Pacific Shipping, and Evangelos Marinakis’ Capital Maritime & Trading are amongst heavyweight owners who are opting for dual-fuelled LNG propulsion systems for next generation container vessels. Advocates of LNG as a transition fuel point to a range of plus points. Synthetic or bioLNG (made from organic waste streams) will find a growing market over the coming years but, perhaps most importantly, LNG as fuel is already available at scale in many major ports and terminals. Methanol is also available in many locations, but green methanol is not. And it will take some time to build the necessary infrastructure to supply the fuel in its green version at scale. LNG critics, on the other hand, highlight methane slip as a fundamental disadvantage, pointing out that it is many times more dangerous as a greenhouse gas than carbon dioxide. However, methane abatement technology is developing fast. Systems to improve combustion inside the engine and cleaning exhaust gas to remove methane are making progress in hard-to-abate sectors on land and sea, experts say. In any case, they point out, the new generation of dual-fuel LNG container ships will not be on the water for at least three years. By then, or relatively soon thereafter, significant strides in methane abatement technology are likely to have changed the backdrop. One company, Daphne Technologies, is already marketing a methane abatement system. Its SlipPure  technology removes methane from exhaust gas and, Daphne claims, is suitable for natural gas-fired internal combustion engines in marine, energy, and land-based industries. #Shipping #LNG #methanol #LNGfuelled #dualfuel #IMO #FuelEU #Shippingindustry For more insights , pls refer to the link : https://lnkd.in/ecVuCGF5

At Sperlux-Energy DWC-LLC, we are committed to providing top-quality Marine Gas Oil (MGO) that powers the global maritime industry. Our MGO is refined to meet the highest standards, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with international maritime regulations. Here’s why our MGO stands out: 1. Engineered for Marine Engines: Marine Gas Oil from Sperlux-Energy is specifically designed for marine engines, offering superior combustion efficiency and reliability. Its high energy content ensures that vessels operate smoothly and efficiently, even on long voyages. 2. Compliance with IMO Regulations: Our MGO is formulated to meet the stringent sulfur limits set by the International Maritime Organization (IMO). This compliance ensures that our fuel supports global efforts to reduce sulfur emissions and minimize environmental impact. 3. Superior Cold Flow Properties: Our MGO is designed with excellent cold flow properties, making it ideal for use in a wide range of marine environments, including colder regions where fuel flow can be a concern. This ensures that vessels remain operational in all conditions. 4. Clean Burning for Reduced Emissions: Sperlux-Energy’s MGO is engineered for clean combustion, resulting in lower emissions of particulates and sulfur oxides. This contributes to a cleaner marine environment and supports sustainability goals within the maritime industry. 5. Stability and Long Storage Life: Our MGO offers outstanding stability and a long storage life, ensuring that it remains effective and safe to use even after extended periods. This is crucial for ships that require reliable fuel reserves for long journeys. 6. Global Availability with Tailored Solutions: With a global distribution network, Sperlux-Energy ensures that high-quality MGO is available wherever it’s needed, tailored to meet the specific requirements of regional markets. Our commitment to consistency and quality means that our fuel performs reliably worldwide. https://lnkd.in/gkZCUuBZ #SperluxEnergy #MarineGasOil #MaritimeFuel #IMOCompliance #CleanCombustion #GlobalShipping #SustainableProduction

There is still time left to catch our team at various events before the end of the year! Working toward Net Zero 2030 and beyond whether it's to do with Fuel Gas Supply Systems, Cargo Handling or ensuring that your vessel is future proofed for future fuels. As speakers at some of these events, we will address a number of topics but they will all touch upon the importance of partnerships, communication and looking to the future together. We will have people attending the following events: 📅 The Greener Shipping Summit Athens, November 12 📅 International Bulk Shipping Conference in London, November 19 📅 Propulsion & Future Fuels Conference in Hamburg, November 19-21 #marine #shipping #bunkering #bunkervessel #lng #lpg #fsru #fuelgassystem #fgs #co2 #co2emissions #co2reduction #futurefuels #ammonia #methanol #nh3 #epc #tgemarinecrew  #tgemarine  #maritime #shipping #gas #offshore #engineering #shippingnews #gastank #greenshipping  #makeanimpact  #exhibition  #greeninitiatives  #innovations #greeninnovations

426 feet long: China reveals world’s first commercial CO2 transport ship ◾AChinese shipbuilding firm has constructed the world’s first commercial liquefied carbon dioxide (CO2) carrier. ◾The carrier – named Northern Pioneer – was constructed by Dalian Shipbuilding Industry Co, a China State Shipbuilding Corporation unit. ◾The ship is about 426 feet (130 meters) long and 69 feet (21.2 meters) wide, and it can transport 2,64,860 cubic feet (7500 cubic meters) of liquefied carbon dioxide in a single trip. ◾The ship uses liquefied natural gas dual-fuel technology, meeting high global energy efficiency standards. ◾Northern Pioneer was handed over to Norway’s Northern Lights JV clients at Dalian City, northeast China’s Liaoning Province. ◾Northern Lights is a joint venture of energy majors Shell, Equinor, and TotalEnergies. The European JV is the first to offer commercial CO2 transport and storage as a service. ◾Northern Pioneer is the first in a fleet of four liquefied CO2 (LCO2) transport ships, which the JV will receive. It combines LNG-powered propulsion with wind-assisted rotor sail technology – which the company believes will reduce the carbon footprint of the carrier by around 34 percent compared to conventional ships running on marine fuel. ◾The CO2 receiving facility in Øygarden, Norway, was completed in September and is now ready to receive from Norwegian and European industries. ◾The partnership began in 2017, and construction of the facilities began in 2021 after the owners finalized their investment decision and the approval vote for the Longship project in the Norwegian parliament. ◾The Longship Project can store 1.5 million tons of CO2 per year. There is also a plan to increase the storage capacity of the project as demand for it grows across Europe. ◾According to a press release by the company, Northern Lights JV has reserved a total capacity of 0.8 million tonnes of CO2 per year for the Heidelberg Materials cement factory in Brevik and the Hafslund Oslo Celsio waste-to-energy plant. ◾It is also planning to engage with emitters across Europe to use its facilities. The source: https://lnkd.in/djX7ABiX #energyticslimited #CO2transportship #liquefiedcarbondioxidecarrier

#GREENSEAS #DECARBONIZATION #RENEWABLE_ENERGY The marine industry has entered a period of rapidly changing vessel energy technologies, fuels, and operations. The sector accounts for nearly 3% of global CO2 emissions and is under regulatory pressure to reduce carbon intensity by at least 40% by 2030 and 70% by 2050. “One of the strong learning points in the shipping industry is it’s all about partnership.” (Thomas Koniordos) #COSCO Shipyard was one of partners that joined forces at this innovative project to drive the maritime industry on a journey to decarbonize at first WindWings vessel launched 2023, M/V Pixis Ocean. After water tests, The Kamsarmax vessel had her debut in Brazil at Paranagua Port (Portos do Paraná) on September 2023 loading grains. As result, this technology is more often. Back to March, 2024, a bit far from Paranagua and more precisely at parallel 2 below equator line, the Private Terminal of Ponta da Madeira, in Brazil, owned by Vale mining company had first time call a WindWing vessel, M/V Berge Olympus, Newcastlemax bulker that will sail between Brazil and China with over 200.000 Mt of iron ore in a trade route known for having favorable wind conditions. These rigid sails, known as BAR Technologies WindWings, harness wind energy to reduce fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emissions, aiming to be more environmentally friendly. The full trajectory of this project at link below. https://lnkd.in/djEhJTXj

SEA-LNG: Active LNG-fuelled vessels account for more than 2% of global shipping fleet Industry coalition says once the order book is taken into account, this number increases to 4% by vessel numbers or 6% by deadweight tonnage. https://lnkd.in/gdCcsWqC #bunkers #bunkering #maritime #shipping #marinefuel #marinefuels #bunkerindustry #bunkerfuel #imo2030 #imo2050 #sustainable #decarbonisation #decarbonization #marine #emissions #zeroemission #zeroemissions #alternativefuel #alternativefuels #maritimenews #maritimeindustry #maritimetransport #maritimesector  #maritimeservices #shippingnews #shippingindustry #shipsandshipping #shippingworldwide #lng #lngindustry #lngshipping #lngbunkering 

IBIA and BIMCO to collaborate on bunker fuel and maritime challenges Both will collaborate in areas including research initiatives, studies, and projects relevant to bunker or marine energy industry and maritime sector as well as training and education. https://lnkd.in/gRjnq-Ch #bunkers #bunkering #maritime #shipping #marinefuel #marinefuels #bunkerindustry #bunkerfuel #imo2030 #imo2050 #sustainable #decarbonisation #decarbonization #marine #emissions #zeroemission #zeroemissions #alternativefuel #alternativefuels #maritimenews #maritimeindustry #maritimetransport #maritimesector  #maritimeservices #shippingnews #shippingindustry #shipsandshipping #shippingworldwide

X-Press Feeders, the world’s largest independent common carrier, has established a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with six strategically positioned ports in the North and Baltic Seas to pave the way for the creation of environmentally sustainable green shipping routes. Anticipated to commence operations in the third quarter of 2024, two state-of-the-art dual fuel vessels will spearhead this endeavor. These green shipping corridors epitomize zero-emission maritime pathways linking multiple ports. Embracing a spectrum of carbon-neutral fuels, such as methanol, methane, diesel, ammonia, and hydrogen, alongside innovations like battery-electric propulsion, onboard carbon capture and storage (CCS), and nuclear propulsion, they represent a collaborative effort among diverse stakeholders. From cargo owners and charterers to ports, shipowners, energy suppliers, financial institutions, and regulatory bodies, all must synergize to realize the vision of green shipping corridors. By promoting these initiatives, the adoption of carbon-neutral fuels and innovative emission control techologies gains momentum, driving the vital decarbonization of the maritime sector. Such endeavors serve as exemplars, should inspire other stakeholders to embark on similar pathways to meet Greenhouse Gas (GHG) reduction targets. For further details, please refer to the official announcement: https://lnkd.in/gvzTVJqt #greenshipping #corridors #ships #ports #maritime #decarbonization #GHG #emissions #alternativefuels #netzeroemissions #phdresearch

"𝗜 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗦𝘂𝗿𝘃𝗶𝘃𝗲": 𝗟𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝘁𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗢𝗻𝗴𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗰𝗿𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘆 Drewry Shipping Consultants Ltd, in its latest opinion, says LNG will remain a viable marine fuel until 2035, even with the 𝑬𝑼 𝑬𝒎𝒊𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔 𝑻𝒓𝒂𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑺𝒚𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒎 (𝑬𝑼 𝑬𝑻𝑺) 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑭𝒖𝒆𝒍𝑬𝑼 𝑴𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒎𝒆 (𝑭𝑬𝑴) putting it under the microscope for its fossil footprint and methane slippage. Maersk’s recent decision to delay methanol-powered ship orders in favour of LNG has sparked even more interest. By 2029, we will see over 1,100 LNG-fueled vessels and 1,000 LNGCs in service, solidifying LNG’s maritime demand. Meanwhile, vessel re-routing, and tech-driven fleet changes are on the horizon under these new regulations. 𝑇ℎ𝑒 𝑓𝑢𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑒 𝑜𝑓 𝑚𝑎𝑟𝑖𝑡𝑖𝑚𝑒 𝑓𝑢𝑒𝑙 𝑖𝑠 𝑒𝑣𝑜𝑙𝑣𝑖𝑛𝑔—𝑎𝑟𝑒 𝑦𝑜𝑢 𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑑𝑦 𝑡𝑜 𝑛𝑎𝑣𝑖𝑔𝑎𝑡𝑒 𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑠𝑒 𝑤𝑎𝑡𝑒𝑟𝑠? https://lnkd.in/gY76GcSc #maritimeindustry #lng #sustainableshipping #shippinginnovation #marinefuel #euets #maritimeregulations #cleanfuel