AD Ports and Masdar Partner on Global Offshore Wind Projects
AD Ports Group has entered into a partnership with fellow UAE company Masdar to support the development and execution of offshore wind projects.
Environment
Denmark Opens New Tenders for Offshore Wind Expansion
Danish authorities have released tenders for three designated zones that will allow the development of at least 2.8GW of offshore wind capacity.
Major Shipping Firms Form Alliance to Fight Ocean Plastics
Several shipping companies have joined forces to launch a coalition focused on reducing plastic pollution and operational waste in the oceans.
Leading Light Wind Project Canceled by Developers
Law firm representing developers of 2.4GW Leading Light Wind project informs New Jersey Board of Public Utilities the project will not proceed.
Cruise Ships Become Floating Hotels for COP30 in Brazil
The cruise ships, Costa Diadema and MSC Seaview have arrived in Belém, Brazil, where they will serve as floating hotels during UNFCCC COP30.
Landing Craft Runs Aground off Norway, Fuel Spills
On November 8, the landing craft *Soroysund* ran aground near Fjelldal, Norway. Fortunately, all crewmembers were reported safe and unharmed.
Tallinn and Stockholm Ports Unite for Green Initiative
The partnership will focus on implementing sustainable operations, particularly along the Tallinn–Stockholm and Paldiski–Kapellskär routes.
No Bids Received for Dutch Nederwiek 1-A Wind Site
Dutch authorities have confirmed that no developers have submitted bids for the 1GW Nederwiek 1-A offshore wind project in the North Sea.
Spirit of Environmental Care Shines at Celukan Bawang
Celukan Bawang Harbor, Saturday, November 1, residents from The World, its crew and local stakeholders joined forces in a coastal clean-up event.
MSC Poesia Becomes First Ship to Use Shore Power in Le Havre
The MSC Poesia has made history as the first vessel to connect to shore power at the Port of Le Havre, France according to an official statement.
India and Netherlands Sign MoU to Boost Maritime Ties
India and Netherlands sign an MoU and Letter of Intent aimed at strengthening maritime collaboration and developing a green digital sea corridor.
IMO Fails to Reach Agreement on Net-Zero Framework
Talks at the IMO have ended without consensus on the proposed Net-Zero Framework, leaving the shipping sector uncertain about decarbonization efforts.
RWE Halts Kent Offshore Wind Project in Australia
German energy company RWE announces it will discontinue development of the Kent offshore wind project located off the Gippsland coast, Australia.
MSC Foundation Joins Global Conservation Congress
MSC Foundation announced it participated in IUCN World Conservation Congress last week to advance global sustainability and environmental efforts.
Maersk Tests Methanol-Ethanol Blend Aboard Laura Maersk
Maersk has begun onboard fuel trials using a methanol-ethanol blend as part of its push to develop cleaner, more sustainable fuel solutions.
US Threatens Sanctions Over IMO Net Zero Shipping Plan
Trump administration escalated trade and maritime policies, warning countries supporting the IMO's Net Zero Framework could face sanctions.
Greenpeace Blocks LNG Terminal in Zeebrugge Protest
October 1st, Greenpeace activists staged a blockade at Belgium’s LNG import terminal in Zeebrugge, targeting LNG imports from Russia and the US.
Port of Seattle Opens Funding for Community Projects
Port of Seattle opens applications for community-based organizations seeking funding for environmental projects in underserved neighborhoods.
Shore Power Installation to Begin at Heysham, UK this Month
NatPower Marine and Peel Ports Group will begin installing shore power facilities at Heysham Port in the NW of the United Kingdom this month.
Port of Kiel Now Powers Seven Vessels Simultaneously
The Port of Kiel in Germany now provides shore power to seven ships at once making it the most extensive & advanced system of its kind in Europe.