Latest maritime technology updates and reports
Everllence has received the first-ever order for its B&W ME-GI Mk10.7 dual-fuel methane engine, as reported by Splash247. The engines are set to power four 8,600 CEU car carriers for Norwegian shipowner Global Car Carriers (GCC), marking a milestone for Everllence's methane-fuelled propulsion technology.
Seatrade Maritime
Everllence has secured its first contract for a new dual-fuel methane engine from Global Car Carriers, highlighting proactive efforts by shipowners to meet sustainability targets despite regulatory delays, as reported by Seatrade Maritime.
HD Hyundai Heavy Industries has entered a cooperation agreement with Malcon to develop eco-friendly Korea-type offshore wind support vessels. As reported by Splash247, the collaboration aims to create a service operation vessel (SOV) optimized for domestic offshore wind farms and seek approval from the Korean Register.
gCaptain
Inmarsat Maritime's NexusWave service has received Cyber Security Type Approval from ClassNK, as reported by gCaptain. This certification aligns with the latest IACS cyber security standards.
Seatrade Maritime
Exmar has commissioned the first ammonia-powered deepsea vessel, marking a significant step in sustainable maritime operations, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. This vessel is the first of four oceangoing gas carriers equipped with WinGD ammonia engines.
Splash247
PXGEO has entered into a one-year agreement with Equinor to conduct autonomous inspection trials using the Saab Sabertooth, as reported by Splash247. This initiative aims to validate the Saab Sabertooth's underwater intervention drone technology for offshore inspection.
gCaptain
EXMAR, in collaboration with Swiss marine engine developer WinGD, has taken delivery of the world's first ocean-going vessel designed to operate on ammonia fuel, as reported by gCaptain. This marks a significant milestone in the maritime industry's shift towards sustainable energy solutions.
Offshore Energy
Belgian shipping company Exmar has delivered the first of four newbuild dual-fuel ammonia midsize gas carriers, marking a significant step in green shipping, as reported by Offshore Energy. This delivery is part of Exmar's strategy to future-proof its fleet.
Offshore Energy
PXGEO and Equinor are collaborating to test next-generation underwater intervention drone technology for offshore inspection, as reported by Offshore Energy. This initiative aims to enhance autonomous subsea inspection operations.
Splash247
Belgian gas shipowner Exmar has taken delivery of the world's first oceangoing vessel powered by a dual-fuel ammonia engine, as reported by Splash247. The vessel, named Antwerpen, was constructed by South Korea's HD Hyundai Heavy Industries.
