Shell Marine Products US
Shell Marine Products US is a division of Royal Dutch Shell, one of the world's largest and most well-known energy companies. Shell Marine is specialized in providing a wide range of marine lubricants, technical services, and support tailored specifically for the maritime industry. The company focuses on delivering high-performance products and innovative solutions to meet the demanding requirements of marine operations.
Key Aspects of Shell Marine Products US
Product Offerings:
- Marine Lubricants: Shell Marine offers a comprehensive range of high-quality marine lubricants, including engine oils, gear oils, and hydraulic fluids. These products are designed to enhance the efficiency and reliability of marine engines and equipment.
- Greases: Specialized greases for various marine applications to ensure optimal performance under challenging conditions.
- Fuel Additives: Various additives to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions.
Technical Services:
- Technical Support: Expert technical support to help customers select the right lubricants and solve any lubrication-related issues.
- Condition Monitoring: Services like Shell LubeMonitor and Shell Rapid Lubricant Analysis (RLA) to monitor the condition of the lubricants and equipment, helping to prevent breakdowns and extend service intervals.
- Training and Consultancy: Training programs and consultancy services to help customers get the most out of Shell's products.
Sustainability:
- Shell Marine is committed to sustainability and invests in research and development to create products that help reduce environmental impact. This includes offering lubricants that can improve fuel efficiency and lower emissions.
- The company also aligns with international regulations and environmental standards, ensuring that their products help marine operators comply with global environmental norms.
Global Reach with Local Expertise:
- While Shell Marine Products US focuses on the United States market, the division benefits from Shell’s extensive global network. This allows them to offer consistent and reliable supply chains, ensuring that products and services are available wherever they are needed.
- Shell Marine has a robust distribution network, ensuring prompt delivery and availability of their products to ports and locations around the world.
Innovation and Research:
- Investing heavily in R&D, Shell Marine continuously works on developing new technologies and products that meet the evolving needs of the maritime sector. This includes developing lubricants for modern engines and new fuel types, such as LNG (liquefied natural gas).
- Collaboration with engine manufacturers and ship operators to tailor solutions specific to the needs of contemporary marine operations.
Industry Collaboration and Compliance:
- Shell Marine Products works closely with various industry stakeholders, including ship owners, operators, and classification societies, to ensure that their products meet the highest standards of performance and safety.
- Adherence to industry regulations and standards like those set by the International Maritime Organization (IMO).
Overall, Shell Marine Products US leverages Shell’s global experience, technological advancements, and commitment to sustainability to provide the maritime industry with reliable, efficient, and environmentally responsible lubrication solutions.
Marine Fuels and Marine Lubricants
- Phone: 713 230 7853
- Web: www.shell.com/home/Framework?siteId=marine-en
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Offshore Wind Hub Planned at Avondale Global Gateway in Louisiana
An offshore wind hub is coming to the site of the former Avondale Shipyard in Louisiana as the region ramps up to service the growing renewable energy industry in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico.New Orleans-based Gulf Wind Technology (GWT) announced Monday it is collaborating with energy supermajor Shell to establish a research, training and technology demonstration program at GWT’s facility within the Avondale…
Shell and Hapag-Lloyd Ink LNG Supply Deal
German container liner Hapag-Lloyd announced it has signed a multi-year agreement with Shell to bunker its ultra large dual-fuel containerships with liquefied natural gas (LNG) in the Port of Rotterdam.LNG bunkering for these 12 new 23,500+ TEU vessels is expected to start during the second half of 2023 as the ships deploy on Europe-Far East routes, calling ports such as Rotterdam, Hamburg, Singapor…
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Shell has stopped production at its Prelude floating LNG plant off Western Australia after a fire.A Shell spokesperson told Reuters on Thursday that the fire at…
Shell's 34,000t North Sea-bound Penguins FPSO Leaves Chinese Shipyard
Shell's Penguins FPSO has set sail from China loaded aboard Boskalis' White Marlin semi-submersible heavy transportation vessel.In a social media post on Thursday, Boskalis said: "Boskalis’ semi-submersible transport vessel White Marlin departed from Qingdao, China with an impressive cargo; the 34,000-ton cylinder-shaped Shell Penguins FPSO. After a smooth and safe float-on and [seafastening] campaign…
Zim Inks $1 Billion LNG Bunkering Deal with Shell
ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. on Wednesday announced it has signed a liquefied natural gas (LNG) bunkering deal valued at more than $1 billion with Shell NA LNG, LLC as the Israeli container shipping seeks to reduce emissions from its operations.Under the 10-year sales and purchase agreement, Shell will supply 10 LNG-fueled vessels that will be deployed on ZIM's flagship ZIM Container Service Pacific (ZCP), on the Asia to USEC trade.
Project Launched to Study Transport of Liquid Hydrogen from Portugal to Netherlands
Shell New Energies NL BV, ENGIE, Vopak, and Anthony Veder have signed an agreement to study the feasibility of producing, liquifying and transporting green hydrogen from Portugal to the Netherlands, where it would then be stored and distributed for sale.The consortium envisions hydrogen being produced by electrolysis from renewable power in the industrial zone of the Sines port in Portugal. Then the…
Shell Says Prelude LNG Shipments Disrupted Until at Least Mid-July
Shell Plc said on Wednesday liquefied natural gas (LNG) shipments from its Prelude floating facility off northwest Australia would be disrupted for at least two…
CMA CGM Inks LNG Supply Deal with Shell
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Saipem Confirms Shell's Gato do Mato FPSO LNTP
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Shuttle Tanker Eagle Colombo Delivered to AET
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Crowley and Shell Partner on Maritime Decarbonization
U.S.-based shipping and logistics form Crowley said it is teaming up with international energy major Shell to support alternative energy solutions for the future of shoreside and terminal operations.Under a new memorandum of understanding (MOU) between Crowley and Shell Trading (US) Company, the companies will look broadly at how they can jointly develop sustainable solutions across the U.S. maritime sector…
2022 US Shipbuilding Report
It’s a common story in the U.S. shipbuilding industry today. A piece of equipment that used to be available for delivery on short notice—maybe in one or two weeks—now must be ordered months or more in advance, and it costs double. Add to this rising steel prices and the labor issues that have pervaded nearly all industrial sectors since the early days of the pandemic, and it’s clear that business is far from usual for American shipyards.Bollinger Shipyards president and CEO…
AET Takes Delivery of Eagle Canoas
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Shell to Pull the Plug on Gazprom Equity Partnerships
In the latest corporate backlash to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the Board of Shell plc said it intends to exit its joint ventures with Gazprom and related entities, including its 27.5 percent stake in the Sakhalin-II liquefied natural gas facility, its 50 percent stake in the Salym Petroleum Development and the Gydan energy venture. Shell also intends to end its involvement in the Nord Stream 2 pipeline project.“We are shocked by the loss of life in Ukraine…
Shell and GTT Partner on LH2 Carrier Design
Energy giant Shell is partnering with French engineering firm GTT with the aim to develop "breakthrough, cutting-edge technologies" to enable maritime transport of liquid hydrogen (LH2).The cooperation agreement between Shell International Trading and Shipping Company and GTT is part of Shell's strategy to develop a hydrogen energy supply chain by creating scalable and safe liquefied hydrogen shipping technologies.
Royal Dutch No More: Shell Officially Changes Name
Shell officially changed its name on Friday, ditching "Royal Dutch", which has been part of its identity since 1907, following plans to scrap its dual share structure and move its head office from the Netherlands to Britain."Shell announced the Board's decision to change its name to Shell plc on December 20, 2021. This change has now taken effect," Shell said in a filing.The London and Amsterdam stock exchanges will reflect the name change on Jan.
Bay Shipbuilding Begins Building US' Largest LNG Bunker Barge
Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding announced it has started construction on the largest liquefied natural gas (LNG) bunkering barge ever built in the U.S.The newbuild, expected to be completed in late 2023, is being built for Crowley, the largest independent operator of tank vessels in the U.S., who will operate the vessel under a long-term charter with Shell NA LNG, LLC. Bay Shipbuilding announced it won the contract to build the barge in September.The 416-foot vessel…
VIDEO: Bluewater's UK-based FPSO Arrives in Norway for Upgrades
Bluewater's Haewene Brim FPSO, normally used for oil production from Shell's Pierce Field in the UK North Sea, has recently arrived in Haugesund, Norway.Norwegian engineering and construction Aibel shared a video of the FPSO arrival in Haugesund, towed by a Maersk Supply Service vessel. In Norway, the Haewene Brim FPSO, built in 1996, will undergo upgrades and life extension work.While at Aibel's yard…
