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Section index →Methanol-Fuelled Chemical Tanker Completes Initial Bunkering Operation
The newly commissioned Kokuryu Maru, a chemical tanker designed for methanol propulsion, recently underwent its first methanol bunkering, marking a step in alternative marine fuels.
Adria Ferries Reports Fuel Consumption Reduction Following Propeller Coating Application
Analysis by the ferry operator indicates lower fuel use on a passenger vessel after applying specialized coatings to its propellers.
WK NatPower and Jiangsu Port Investment Explore Inland Shipping Electrification
A new Memorandum of Understanding outlines collaboration on marine electrification and green maritime solutions for China's extensive inland waterway network.
Yang Ming Contracts Hanwha Ocean for Six LNG Dual-Fuel Container Vessels
Taiwanese carrier expands fleet with new 13,000 TEU class ships, enhancing operational flexibility and environmental performance on key trade routes.
Bunker Fuel Availability Shifts in Americas Ports Amidst Market Dynamics
Bunker fuel availability and pricing are experiencing varied trends across key North American and South American ports, reflecting ongoing supply chain adjustments.
UK Chamber of Shipping Stresses Practical Measures for Maritime Decarbonization
The UK Chamber of Shipping highlights the need for tangible support mechanisms for investment in decarbonization, following the Department for Transport's review of its Net Zero Ports strategy.
Dual-Fuel LNG Tanker Fleet Expansion Continues with New Vinga Series Orders
Four additional Vinga series vessels, equipped with dual-fuel LNG propulsion, have been ordered by a consortium of shipping companies, bringing the total series count to 26.
Spanish Bunker Sales Mark Modest Increase in July
Bunker volumes across Spain registered a slight year-on-year rise last month, indicating a stable yet constrained market trajectory.
DNV Report Highlights Biofuels as Cost-Effective Marine Decarbonization Pathway
A recent analysis from DNV identifies biofuels as one of the most economically viable immediate-term solutions for reducing emissions in the shipping sector.
Feedstock Costs Influence Rotterdam Bio-Bunker Pricing
Analysis indicates that the price of biofuel bunkers in Rotterdam is being affected by ongoing high costs for raw materials, influencing the overall market for marine biofuels.
Colonial Group to Acquire Virginia-Based Foster Fuels
The Savannah-headquartered energy conglomerate is set to integrate Foster Fuels' diverse portfolio, including conventional fuels, lubricants, propane, and specialised energy services.
Woodside Highlights Dampier LNG Bunkering Operations as Regional Model
The energy company Woodside has pointed to its liquefied natural gas (LNG) bunkering activities at Dampier as a successful operational example for the Asia-Pacific maritime sector.
Mercuria Secures Significant Credit Facilities for Asian Operations
The commodity trading firm has finalized a substantial financing package to support its activities across the Asian market.