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The promise of zero-carbon shipping has been delayed until at least 2026

A new pact aims to narrow the gap between NATO partners and their competitors in icebreaker production.

In Finland, Wärtsilä, announced partnering with Norwegian shipowner Eidesvik to retrofit the 'Viking Energy' into the world's first ammonia-fueled platform supply vessel, scheduled for conversion in early 2026 with operations starting in the first half of the same year. In addition to the Wärtsilä 25 Ammonia engine, Wärtsilä will supply the complete ammonia solution, including […]

In Norway, Alma Clean Power has successfully tested its 100 kW direct ammonia fuel cell system, marking a significant advancement in clean maritime energy. Building on the success of last year's 6 kW system, this new milestone underscores the company's leadership in developing Solid Oxide Fuel Cell technology that converts ammonia directly into electricity without […]

In Finland, Wärtsilä reports as global emissions regulations tighten, the maritime industry is increasingly adopting liquefied natural gas (LNG) as a cleaner alternative to traditional marine fuels with over 2,400 vessels operating on LNG. LNG reduces greenhouse gas emissions by 20-30% and virtually eliminates sulfur oxides, positioning it as a pivotal transitional fuel in the […]

In Brazil, Raízen and Wärtsilä signed a Decarbonization Agreement to advance the reduction of emissions from the maritime sector. By studying the application of ethanol as a marine fuel, the new initiative aims to reduce GHG emissions, offer new options to customers looking for sustainable fuel alternatives and contribute substantially to the discussion of the […]

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As Liebreich says, it will take until 2030 for the hype to die down, because that's how long it takes to deprogram a cult.

Energy storage market's rapid growth will lead to scrambles for battery supply, leading many to consider alternatives to lithium-ion.

Mayflower once carried Pilgrims to America. The new Mayflower is an AI-powered vessel that recently reached Plymouth Rock!

In Norway, DNV has launched a competence standard for methanol and a recommended practice for ammonia on December 18, 2024, to address safety risks as 27 ammonia and 322 methanol-fueled vessels prepare to join the global fleet. These guidelines aim to equip crews and shipowners with the knowledge and skills to safely manage alternative fuels, […]

In the UK, Quadrise Plc confirmed the finalization of results from bioMSAR fuel testing completed in November 2023 further to the Company's announcement of November 27, 2023. The ultimate objective of the Company's bioMSAR program is to supply the marine and industrial fuel sectors with sustainable biofuels that are lower in cost, more efficient, safer […]

Amogy is a startup that is experimenting with ammonia as fuel for heavy duty transportation, like trucking and shipping. The startup is backed by Saudi Aramco.

In the Netherlands, Wärtsilä partnered with Carnival Corporation's Holland America Line and Netherlands based GoodFuels, a market leader in sustainable biofuels, to carry out ship trials operating with biofuel blends. In addition to a 70 percent diesel / 30 percent biofuel blend, the tests were conducted with 100 percent biofuel to determine the effect on […]

In Finland, Green NortH2 Energy, Meriaura and Wärtsilä have signed Letter of Intent for building of a cargo vessel that runs on green ammonia. Green ammonia has a significant role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions of shipping. Green NortH2 Energy, Meriaura and Wärtsilä have signed Letter of Intent for building of a cargo vessel that […]

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A key Arctic initiative may be a way to mend relations.

In Sweden, Wärtsilä Gas Solutions, part of technology group Wärtsilä, will supply Nordic energy company Gasum with biogas upgrading and liquefaction solutions for their new bioLNG plant. The plant will produce high-quality bioLNG from agricultural and organic household waste. The order was booked by Wärtsilä in Q4 2024. When operational, the Wärtsilä offering will be capable of […]

Compared to methanol and biofuels, ammonia faces major cost and safety hurdles as a shipping fuel.

Solar power is booming in Texas, and yet a large part of the state is in the eclipse's path of totality. Here's how solar farms are getting ready.