Alternative Fuels

The US maritime sector is exploring small modular reactors for decarbonization, facing technical, regulatory, and safety challenges

ZERO44's new Carbon Insetting module combines regulatory compliance and carbon insetting for maritime operators.

Commercial shipping is re-embracing wind propulsion technologies like rotor sails and rigid wings to cut fuel use and emissions

A Japanese consortium has secured AiP for a low-pressure liquefied CO2 carrier, advancing carbon capture and storage.

GTT launched a new LNG fuel containment solution for container ships, designed to simplify integration and optimize cargo space

HD Hyundai is investigating WindWings rigid sails for a 174,000 cbm LNG carrier to cut fuel use and emissions

Air cargo must balance its strategic value in providing supply chain resilience with increasing demands for emissions reduction.

A GCMD study reveals that current documentation may not prevent under-blending of marine biofuels, affecting regulatory compliance.

Jiangnan Shipyard's electric-propelled, wind-assisted ammonia carrier concept has secured Approval in Principle from Bureau Veritas

Navigator Gas is converting two liquefied-gas carriers to run on ethane fuel, building on prior successful experience

Dynacom Tankers Management has ordered eight new crude oil and ammonia carriers from Hengli Heavy Industry for nearly $1 billion

K Shipbuilding and Lloyd's Register are developing an ethanol-fueled MR tanker, targeting Approval in Principle for a competitive design

Marine biofuels offer a near-term decarbonization path for shipping, but feedstock scarcity is hindering their expansion.

Construction has started on SMF Ferries' new hybrid vessel, JANOT, at AISTER’s shipyard in Spain, set to operate by 2027

MODEC and Eld Energy have reached a key milestone for their SOFC power system, advancing low-carbon FPSO operations

AAL Shipping reported a 19% fleet-wide Energy Efficiency Operational Indicator improvement since 2023, addressing tighter maritime…

BGN and IINO Lines have expanded their partnership, chartering a new LPG Dual-Fuel VLGC for late 2026 delivery

ABB is partnering with Ferrari Hypersail to apply its direct current electrification expertise to offshore challenges

New battery models for hybrid fishing fleets have been validated, promising over 10% longer life in cold-water conditions

A new 185,000 cbm LNG carrier design with hybrid-electric propulsion is being developed by a collaboration of industry leaders

NYK Line has named and launched its new hybrid-electric and fuel cell-equipped cruise ship, Amane, in Japan.

Rotterdam's pure B100 biofuel price has increased by $23/mt to $1,327/mt, driven by rising ZRE A ticket costs

Qatar's accession to MARPOL Annex VI binds it to global shipping emissions rules and provides voting rights on IMO's Net-Zero Framework.

Chart Industries will supply liquid hydrogen fuel systems for Samskip's SeaShuttle vessels, targeting zero-emission operations by 2027

ABS and major Korean shipyards are collaborating to establish global standards for hydrogen ships and smart digital yards

The IMO's Net-Zero Framework targets net-zero GHG emissions by 2050, with the FMC assessing its impact on US maritime trade

COSCO Shipping has launched an 88,000-cbm LPG dual-fuel VLGC, capable of running on LPG and conventional marine fuel.

The IMO's GHG working group shows broad support for its Net-Zero Framework, with a push for softer near-term GFI targets

Adria Ferries reported a 2-3% fuel consumption reduction on its AF MIA ferry after applying Propspeed's foul-release coating.

The US House will vote on resolutions impacting California's clean air programs for ships and harbor craft.