VPS Group’s Steve Bee and Emilian Buksak dissect IMO’s new binding Net-Zero Framework for shipping, detailing the implications of its global fuel standard and economic measures
Keyword: GHG Emissions
Norway introduces zero-emissions requirement from 2026 to world heritage fjords
Andrew Draper reports on the gradual imposition of new rules aimed at protecting the sensitive marine environment of Norway’s fjords
GCMD Sees Evidence of Widespread Biofuel Mislabelling
The Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation (GCMD) has seen potential evidence of widespread mislabelling of biofuels that are used in marine blends.
Global Maritime Forum releases landmark report on shipping decarbonisation progress
One of the most comprehensive snapshots of industry action towards shipping decarbonisation was published today.
Hydrogen generator connected to shore power facility in pilot test at Gothenburg port
A pilot test using a hydrogen generator to power ships with electricity has been conducted at the Port of Gothenburg in Sweden.
IMO GHG pricing falls short on green methanol, ammonia
The International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) proposed global greenhouse gas (GHG) pricing mechanism might not drive significant uptake of green methanol and green ammonia by 2035, given current market prices.
Marshall Islands trials out new first low carbon cargo ship, ADB interested in the RMI ground-breaking initiative
One of the world’s ground-breaking low carbon sailing cargo ship, the SV Juren Ae, is now operating in the Republic of Marshall Islands, after the government took delivery of the vessel in July last year.
Seafarer training framework for future alternative fuels
ICS outlines a phased training model for seafarers working on methanol, ammonia and hydrogen-fuelled vessels, based on existing IGF Code methodology
International Maritime Organization Takes Big Step to Support Global Net-Zero Goals
The climate crisis demands action across all sectors. It’s the shipping industry’s turn given it is estimated to contribute 3% climate warming gases.
First-ever cruise ship bunkered with LNG at the Port of Vancouver
The first-ever cruise ship has filled up with liquefied natural gas (LNG) in a ship-to-ship (STS) operation at the Port of Vancouver, representing an important step forward for the Canadian port to reduce emissions.