$700 million in donations, one low-carbon ship
According to recent research by the Micronesian Centre for Sustainable Transport, more than $700 million worth of ships have been donated to Pacific island states over the past decade.
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Windassist
Sailcargo, sailtraining and wind-assisted ship propulsion
Windassist
Sailcargo, sailtraining and wind-assisted ship propulsion
Sustainability
China wants to lead in decarbonisation shipping
China’s decarbonisation target for shipping represents a crucial moment for international regulation, writes Heikki Pöntynen, CEO of Norsepower.
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Sailing potatoes on The Wash
Passenger transport, sailing cargo and nautical heritage in one project; it succeeded on the shores of The Wash. The secret: unbridled enthusiasm, excellent contacts with local businesses and institutions and a big media favour factor.
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France European leader in Wind Propulsion
France has just reached an important milestone: the National Assembly unanimously passed at first reading the bill aimed at accelerating the development of sail propulsion.
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Powerful states sabotage decarbonisation of shipping
The latest IMO world conference on decarbonization showed low enthusiasm for stricter rulings. But Pacific Island states cannot and will not allow key climate shipping agreement to be watered down, writes Vanuatu climate minister Regenvanu.
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Wind propulsion stalled by lack of political courage
Wind vessel fuel consumption can already be reduced by 6.3-9.4% today, with potentially much more when combined with other measures. The technology is ready. What is still missing is policy.
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Odfjell ups energy efficiency by 50%
A new chemical tanker has entered service with a design focused on lower emissions and improved efficiency. Odfjell is pairing proven engineering with wind-assisted propulsion as it improves fleet performance.
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US try to sabotage the Net-Zero Framework
Ahead of the upcoming MEPC 84 , the United States submitted a proposal to the IMO opposing carbon taxes, fuel restrictions, and regional schemes while calling for an energy-neutral, non-punitive approach to maritime emissions policy.
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Sustainable polar expedition vessel completes construction
Pelorus Yachting has announced that the hull of the 70-metre expedition vesselCaptain Arctic, is now complete. Construction on the new build began in 2024, with her launch scheduled for later this year.
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Urgent call for IMO to accept net-zero framework
A broad coalition of maritime industry associations has formally called on member states of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) to adopt the Net-Zero Framework by 2026.
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Engine factory Wärtsilä stimulates wind propulsion
Gone are the days when a manufacturer of large marine engines did not have to worry about wind propulsion. Wärtsilä has several ideas on how wind propulsion can improve the performance of conventional engines.
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Research needed on what can make WASP more efficient
Anemoi Marine Technologies Ltd (Anemoi) and Lloyd’s Register (LR) have published a new paper encouraging closer alignment between existing methodologies used to verify the performance of wind-assisted propulsion systems (WAPS).
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Wind farms require zero-emission support vessels
As North Sea countries accelerate plans to upscale offshore wind capacity, one critical element of the offshore wind system remains largely overlooked: the vessels required to build, operate and maintain offshore wind farms.
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Wind power gets the last laugh
US President Donald Trump began his war against offshore wind turbines with a bang in January, but the writing of his defeat is already on the wall, writes Cleantechnica reporter and influencer Tina Casey.
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Sail Freight Business Handbook Published
The Center for Post-Carbon Logistics recently shared a clear and compelling overview of the state of sail freight in the United States — and how this emerging sector can meaningfully reduce emissions while strengthening local economies.
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Orient Express Corinthian launched
Orient Express Corinthian has been launched for its very first sea trials, Orient Express Sailing Yachts has confirmed.
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First full-scale solar flatrack on a coaster
After two successful pilots with Dutch maritime solar innovator Wattlab, Vertom chose to outfit its latest coaster with 79 kWp of installed solar power. It is the first seagoing vessel to do so.
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