World’s largest heavy lifting and transport company to load out heaviest three substations bound for the North Sea. Mammoet has signed an agreement with Seatrium to execute the load-out of…
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IMO Progress on Wind Propulsion Safety Framework Signals Major Step Forward for Maritime Decarbonisation
(Portsmouth, 3 February 2026) — BAR Technologies welcomes the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) decision to incorporate wind propulsion into its draft safety framework for greenhouse gas (GHG)-reducing technologies. The announcement follows the 12th session…
UK Prime Minister highlights Anemoi Marine Technologies Ltd. as a global leader in maritime decarbonisation during China visit
UK Prime Minister highlights Anemoi Marine Technologies Ltd. as a global leader in maritime decarbonisation during China visit Anemoi Marine Technologies Ltd. (“Anemoi”), a UK-based engineering innovator in wind-assisted propulsion…
LR issues first Guidance Notes for onboard hydrogen generation as industry seeks regulatory clarity
The Guidance Notes provide clear technical direction for the design, installation and integration of onboard hydrogen generators. Lloyd’s Register (LR) has published the maritime industry’s first dedicated Guidance Notes for onboard…
(Portsmouth, UK, 30 January 2026) – As the UK and its North Sea partners accelerate plans to scale offshore wind capacity towards 100 gigawatts by 2030 and beyond, attention is rightly focused on delivering…
IMO: Draft workplan agreed on safety rules for battery, wind and nuclear-powered ships
The International Maritime Organization’s Sub-Committee on Ship Design and Construction (SDC) held its 12th session at IMO Headquarters in London from 19 to 23 January and was chaired by Mr.…
The Royal Belgian Shipowners Association (KBRV) applauds the outcomes of the Hamburg North Sea Summit on 26 January and welcomes the renewed political commitment to accelerate offshore wind development in the North…
Wallenius vessels Way Forward and Future Way achieve top rating for energy efficiency
The first two vessels in the Sleipner concept – Way Forward and Future Way – have, after just over a year in operation, demonstrated excellent performance, low fuel consumption and CII values far below current requirement levels. This means they emit significantly less CO2 per transported unit than the average for comparable vessels, placing them comfortably in the highest energy efficiency class (A) according to the IMO’s international classification. The Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) measures a vessel’s carbon emissions relative to cargo…
NEXT THURSDAY – The Future of Shipping – Net Zero Debate, AI & Technology: 16th Capital Link Greek Shipping Forum – February 5, 2026 – Athens
Agenda Register Sponsors Add to Outlook The 16th Annual Capital Link Greek Shipping Forum will take place on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at the Athenaeum Intercontinental Athens in Greece. The…
Barcelona, 26th January, 2026 – bound4blue and Maersk Tankers have reached a major milestone in their collaboration with the installation of eSAIL® units on board the Maersk Trieste. Four of…
Bringing together policymakers, industry leaders and technical experts, Nuclear Week in Parliament focused on how the UK can accelerate nuclear deployment while maintaining regulatory rigour, public confidence and long-term value. The…
Nuclear propulsion is no longer theoretical – it is re‑entering the debate on maritime decarbonization. DNV’s latest white paper explores what it would take to adopt nuclear technology in shipping,…
Union Maritime MR2 Tankers with WindWings® gain SOLAS approval from Marshall Islands and Bureau Veritas
BAR Technologies and Union Maritime secure regulatory approval for wind-assisted MR2 tankers at Wuhu Shipyard, further scaling zero-emission innovation in the global fleet. (London, 20 January 2026) – The Marshall Islands…
Lloyd’s Register convenes leading partners to deliver safe, secure and sustainable nuclear-powered ships for a net zero ocean economy The UK is taking a decisive step towards leading the global race to decarbonise shipping…
The maritime industry operates at an extraordinary scale, moving the vast majority of global trade across oceans every day. Supporting this activity requires energy systems that can perform continuously, predictably…
Technologies from offshore electrolysis to the UK’s first hydrogen-powered railway shunter will be showcased. 15.01.26, LONDON, Connected Places Catapult, the UK’s innovation accelerator for transport, the built environment, cities and local…
Echandia to deliver battery system for India’s first fully electric tugboat at Kandla Port
Echandia has been selected to supply the battery system for India’s first fully electric tug, to be deployed at Deendayal Port Authority (Kandla Port) as part of the Government of…
Annual Shipping Market Analysis Report 2025 Department of Port Management and Shipping National and Kapodistrian University of Athens Head of Research Group “Shipping Analytics”: Dr. Michael Tsatsaronis* Researchers: Anastasia Vitzilaiou…
As CORE POWER’s New Nuclear for Maritime Summit in Washington, D.C. rapidly approaches, senior voices across industry, government and academia continue to be announced. We’re pleased to confirm that Matt Napoli,…
LR’s latest Fuel for thought report examines hydrogen’s potential and limits for decarbonisation
Hydrogen’s potential and its limits for decarbonisation highlighted in LR’s latest Fuel for thought report Fuel for thought: Hydrogen offers a comprehensive exploration of hydrogen’s potential in shipping’s energy transition. Lloyd’s Register (LR) has published the latest report in its award-winning Fuel for thought series, providing a comprehensive…
PaxOcean – ABB collaboration on Singapore’s first electric tug reaches major milestone
PaxOcean Group and ABB’s collaboration on Singapore’s first fully electric tug has reached a significant project milestone, with the vessel completing commissioning ahead of its expected deployment in April 2026.…
ClassNK grants Approval in Principle for the designs of cable jointing vessel and cable burial vessel developed by Mitsui O.S.K. Lines
Tokyo – ClassNK has issued an Approval in Principle (AiP) for the designs of a cable jointing vessel and a cable burial vessel developed by Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. The…
Next-generation shipping solutions Innovation is reshaping global fleets. Shipowners are embracing the adoption of alternative fuels, wind-assisted propulsion, and onboard carbon capture systems. Our latest slideshow highlights vessels that exemplify this transformation, showcasing technologies and strategies that reduce…
Bureau Veritas classes its first methanol dual-fueled container ship as CMA CGM ANTIGONE delivered by CSSC Jiangnan Shipyard Paris, December 19, 2025: Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore (BV) has classed its first methanol-fueled containership,…
Clippership finalizes RINA-approved design of its first 24-meter class zero emission autonomous wind-powered vessel and signs build contract with KM Yachtbuilders
Dykstra Naval Architects leads naval architecture while Glosten provides structural engineering. Autonomy and wind-propulsion systems are designed in-house by Clippership. The vessel will be built by KM Yachtbuilders, classed by…



