From 17-18 December, the World Maritime University (WMU) delivered a Train-the-Trainer programme designed to equip maritime educators with the essential knowledge and pedagogical skills necessary to effectively train seafarers on alternative fuels, including ammonia, methanol, and hydrogen.
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Positivity on increasing orders for alternative-fuelled ships
A significant surge in orders for alternative-fuelled vessels in 2024 is a clear signal of the maritime industry’s acceleration of its decarbonisation journey, according to the latest data from DNV’s Alternative Fuels Insights (AFI) platform.
Fueling the future: Where we stand with alternatives
The decarbonization of shipping, driven by international and regional emissions regulations, has led to the development and adoption of alternative fuels in the industry.
Alternative-fuelled ship orders grow 50% in 2024
Six hundred vessels ordered over the past year will help drive the maritime industry towards its decarbonisation targets.
Crucial IMO meeting on shipping’s green transformation begins today
Even before the meeting, which begins on Monday, it is clear that progress is needed in the negotiations on how the industry can reduce its carbon footprint.
MAN chief criticizes the pace of Europe’s production of clean fuels
Lack of political will in Europe is blocking the production of green hydrogen for sustainable fuels, warns the chief executive of MAN Energy Solutions.
Alternative fuels require alternative thinking on crew training
The rapid introduction of alternative fuels in the maritime industry has outpaced updates to crew training standards and regulatory frameworks.
The global shipping industry is on a path to net zero
Mark Dickinson of the Nautilus International trade union responds to an editorial about the environmental harm caused by cruise ships.
Maersk could use 15-20% alternative fuels for its fleet in 2030
Alternative fuels could account for up to a fifth of A.P. Moller-Maersk’s (MAERSKb.CO), opens new tab marine fuel consumption in 2030 as part of its goal to reach net zero by 2040, a senior company executive said on Thursday.
Synthetic fuels for shipping
Among the broad spectrum of technology and fuel solution pathways presently available to ship designers, builders, owners, and operators, synthetic fuels or, more specifically, renewable e-fuels, offer medium and long-term alternatives that can enter the market relatively quickly.