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Award for Japan's First LNG-fueled Tugboat
NYK Line received award sponsored by the Japan Federation of Freight Industries (JFFI) recognizing the environmental load reduction achieved by Japan's first LNG-fueled tugboat, Sakigake.
Novatek Says Ships First LNG Cargo
Russia’s Novatek Gas & Power has supplied its first ever cargo of liquefied natural gas, marking the company’s first step into global LNG trading business. The cargo…
First Shipload of LNG Arrives at Skangas Terminal Finland
Sunday July 10th 2016 the first shipload of liquefied natural gas (LNG) arrived at the Gasum’s subsidiary Skangas LNG terminal in Pori. To be completed in August…
Widened Panama Canal to Affect Trade Patterns
It was another lacklustre month for the shipping industry as freight rates in almost all sectors softened further. Drewry’s Earnings Index declined by 0.5% during the month to 52.4.
Fuel Variants For LR1 Product Tankers
In a comprehensive study, DNV GL in cooperation with MAN DT examined a set of scenarios for various versions of an LR1 product carrier to determine the most economically…
Fire at Prelude LNG Construction Site in South Korea
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Shell said a small fire occurred at the construction site in South Korea for its huge floating Prelude liquefied natural gas (LNG) project, with work resuming immediately and an investigation underway. The incident would not have an impact on the delivery schedule, according to a source in South Korea. Shell has declined to reveal the timetable or the budget for Prelude, based on a giant processing…
Keppel, Shell Form JV for Singapore LNG Bunkering
Keppel Corp Ltd has entered into an agreement with Royal Dutch Shell to form a joint venture company, which will establish a liquefied natural gas (LNG) bunkering business in Singapore…
Keppel, Shell form Singapore LNG Bunkering Joint Venture
Keppel Corp Ltd said it entered into an agreement with Royal Dutch Shell to form a joint venture company, which will establish a liquefied natural gas (LNG) bunkering business in Singapore.
DNV GL Advises EU on Adoption of LNG as Marine Fuel
As the take-up of liquefied natural gas (LNG) as ship fuel in Europe is still largely in its early stages, DNV GL has provided a report for the EU providing recommendations…
DNV GL Recommendations for Adopting LNG as Ship Fuel
As air emission requirements are becoming more stringent, one possible solution for reduced emissions is to use LNG as fuel for shipping. However take-up of LNG…
32 Wärtsilä Gensets for Chinese Vessels
Wärtsilä has been awarded the contract to supply newbuild Chinese container vessels with a total of 24 9-cylinder Wärtsilä 32 Auxpac generating sets. The engines will power six 21…
Gondan Launches first Dual Fuel Tug Built in Europe
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Gondan Shipyard in Figueras launched the first Dual Fuel tug ever built in Europe – and the first of a series of three currently under construction for the Norwegian shipowner Østensjø Rederi. Designed by Robert Allan, the new escort tug measures 40.2 x 16m, beam, and will provide tug services to Norwegian state-owned energy company Statoil, at the far-north terminal located at Melkøya. Built to withstand freezing cold…
Panama's Expanded Canal Attracts Biz and Tourists
Recent expansion of the Panama Canal should lower shipping costs, say market observers. Shipping geeks will delight at this engineering marvel that revolutionized global maritime trade.
Extension and Enhancement to the Maritime Singapore Green Initiative
The Maritime Singapore Green Initiative (MSGI), launched by the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) in 2011, has received strong support from the maritime industry.
Qatargas, RWE Ink SPA Deal for LNG Deliveries
Qatargas, the World’s Premier LNG Company, today announced a flexible Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA) with RWE Supply Trading (RWEST), a leading European electricity and gas company.
Tallink Christens LNG Ferry Megastar
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A new LNG-driven fast ferry Megastar was christened in Meyer Turku shipyard for owner/operator Tallink Grupp. The environmentally sound ship was christened on July 1 by former president of Finland Tarja Halonen. First steel was cut for Megastar on August 4, 2015, and the keel was laid on February 9, 2016. Float-out and sea-trials are planned for July and the last months of 2016, respectively, followed by delivery planned to take place in the beginning of 2017.
List: Top Five UK Ship Owners
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Following last week's landmark referendum results, VesselsValue has compiled a list of the top five U.K.-based shipowners and their total fleet value in USD billions.
LPG Carrier Makes First Commercial Transit through Expanded Panama Canal
On June 27, the expanded Panama Canal opened for commercial transit, and Lycaste Peace, a very large liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) carrier operated by NYK, was the…
New Era of Global Trade with Expanded Panama Canal
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The Expanded Panama Canal is now officially open for business. During the official inauguration ceremony, Panamanian President Juan Carlos Varela and Panama Canal Administrator and CEO Jorge L. Quijano spoke to a crowd of more than 25,000 jubilant Panamanians, Canal employees, heads of state and dignitaries from around the world, Canal customers, shipping and trade executives, and nearly 1,000 journalists. This is the first expansion of the waterway since its original construction.
Conrad Shipyard Forms LNG Business Unit
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Conrad Shipyard has formed a new business unit focused on LNG projects. Conrad, builder of North America’s first LNG bunker barge scheduled for 2017 delivery, said it continues to actively pursue other LNG opportunities, including developing designs for additional transport barges, dual-fuel powered towboats and other research and development projects. “We believe the continued development of the LNG fuel market to be of critical importance.
Icebreaking LNG Carrier Vladimir Rusanov on Ice Trials
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Maritime Reporter TV Interviews Timo Koponen, Wärtsilä
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Digitalization Driving Safety in the Maritime Sector
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Designer seeks permit to send out United States gas to Mexico for LNG exports
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Video: LNG Carrier Transits the Northern Sea Route
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Crowley Christens LNG-Powered ConRo
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Pasha Hawaii Brings LNG Containerships Online
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LNG Investment Set to Grow
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Maritime Reporter TV Interviews Leif Gross, Caterpillar
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Inside Crowley's Commitment Class ConRo Ships
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