IMO Decarbonization

Maersk's new methanol-capable vessel, Tema Maersk, signals a broader industry move towards multifuel shipping solutions.

Brazil, Norway, and the Netherlands are partnering to create the first green shipping corridor connecting Europe and South America

IMO supporters are backing the Net Zero Framework proposal, which includes global fuel standards and emissions pricing for shipping

The IMO's MEPC 84 meeting underscored persistent challenges in finalizing the Net Zero Framework for maritime shipping

Vessels in the Mediterranean Emission Control Area must now comply with MARPOL Annex VI sulphur requirements, impacting operations

Aderco's new 2055G+ program combines fuel treatment, emissions data, and carbon credits for maritime decarbonization.

New guidelines from the Maritime Technologies Forum aim to improve safety for ships using wind-assisted propulsion systems

The IMO's MEPC 84 session in London addressed new environmental regulations impacting the shipping industry, especially tankers

ClassNK has updated its guidelines for onboard CO2 capture and storage systems to support "OCCS-ready" vessel designs

A new report by Lloyd's Register and the World Liquid Gas Association positions LPG as a practical fuel for shipping decarbonization

GT Wings introduced a RINA-approved performance assessment tool for its AirWing™ wind-assisted propulsion system to evaluate fuel savings

The IMO is seeking expert nominations for a July workshop focused on fuel supply chain traceability and GHG discussions

ABS has introduced a new "Nuclear-Ready" classification notation for marine and offshore assets, supporting future nuclear power conversion.

BAR Technologies partners with Panmarine to boost WindWings adoption in Greece and Cyprus after 13 successful installations.

Value Maritime will equip two Neptune Lines PCTCs with carbon capture-ready scrubbers, a first for this vessel type.

Low-carbon fuel technology company XFuel received a €4.1 million grant to develop a new production facility in Catalonia

The Port of Long Beach is offering a $1 million prize for the first commercial methanol bunkering, with NGOs advocating for truly green…

The ship recycling market experienced a quiet week, with a new EU directive on environmental crime impacting the sector

The shipping industry is making strides in its green transition, investing in alternative fuels and energy-efficient technologies.

Container shipping's CO2 emissions intensity increased by 4% in Q1 2026, despite fleet expansion, due to Hormuz disruptions.

The Greek-owned fleet continued its expansion in 2025, with the Union of Greek Shipowners outlining regulatory priorities

ABB is converting an expedition yacht to hybrid-electric propulsion for operations in the Galápagos Islands.

The Port of Long Beach will award $1 million to the first shipping line to bunker methanol at the port.

The Port of Oslo and Fjuel AS are piloting digital energy management to advance the port's electrification and emission reduction targets

The Port of Seattle and NCLH have extended their lease, focusing on shore power expansion and sustainable marine fuels.

A new weekly newsletter, "The Carbon Wake," will track the commercial impact of shipping's green transition.

Ship operators struggle with diverse global biofouling regulations, creating compliance challenges and operational tensions.

Rotterdam's biofuel discounts for B100 and LBM have decreased, influenced by EU ETS and FuelEU Maritime compliance costs.

MarineSolar Energy Solutions is conducting a pilot trial of its NanoDeck photovoltaic system on a Rio Tinto vessel.

Sanmar Shipyards' methanol-powered tug, SD AISEMAHT, has secured full class certification from ABS for KOTUG Canada