Rolls-Royce has received its first order for vessels based on its Environship concept. It will design and provide integrated power and propulsion systems for two technologically advanced cargo vessels, which have been
First VLCC Order with the New G-Type Engine Greek ship management company Almi Tankers S.A. is set to establish itself as a market front runner with the new ultra long stroke G-type
On-going tests show that the Wärtsilä two-stroke gas engine performance is in compliance with the upcoming IMO Tier III NOx emission limits, setting a new benchmark for low-speed engines running on gas.
Wärtsilä has released more details of its recent Joint Cooperation Agreement with Shell Oil Company, aimed at promoting and accelerating the use of liquefied natural gas (LNG) as a marine fuel (see
The U.K.’s University of Birmingham has been operating a canal boat with a fuel cell drive for three years on Britain’s 3,500 km long canal system. Last year the boat made its
An LNG-fuelled ferry would not only have significant environmental benefits, but economic ones as well, according to a recently completed feasibility study for Washington State Ferries. Naval architectural and marine engineering firm
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL) reports that the energy-saving Propeller Boss Cap Fins (PBCF) device has now been ordered for 2,000 vessels worldwide. The PBCF breaks up the hub vortex generated behind
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd.(MOL) is adopting a new low-friction hull paint, Seaflo Neo, developed by Chugoku Marine Paint, Ltd. After analyzing the results of an onboard test with a newbuilding vessel, MOL
The European Union (EU) will provide EURO 9.57 million towards a study to examine the feasibility of developing LNG refueling infrastructure for ships in Northern Europe. The grant will also fund a
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL) says it has determined the exterior and basic design of a car carrier aiming at zero emissions while berthed. The solar hybrid ship has benefited from a
