Rotterdam Completes First-Ever Ammonia Bunkering Operation
Rotterdam carried out its first ammonia bunkering operation on April 12, marking a step toward positioning itself as a hub for ammonia-fueled shipping
Environment
Norway Confirms Zero Emissions Rules for Heritage Fjords
The Norwegian Maritime Authority officially confirms the timeline for implementing zero-emissions regulations in the country’s Heritage Fjords.
HSM Wins Substation Contract for East Anglia Two Wind Farm
ScottishPower Renewables has awarded a key contract to HSM Offshore Energy for the East Anglia Two offshore wind project.
Oil Spill Near Pulau Ubin Prompts Swift Cleanup Response
An oil spill has been confirmed by the Johor Port Authority after a slick was seen near the Eastern Johor Strait off the coast of Malaysia’s Pulau Ubin
Judge Halts Gulf Lease Over Threat to Endangered Whale
Judge temporarily blocks offshore oil and gas lease sale in the Gulf of Mexico citing insufficient consideration for endangered Rice’s whale.
Norway’s Oil Fund Buys Stake in Major Offshore Wind Farms
Norges Bank Investment Management which manages the world’s largest sovereign wealth fund acquires 49% ownership stake in offshore wind projects.
Malta Signs First Shore Power Deal in Mediterranean
Malta makes move toward greener maritime operations by signing Mediterranean’s first Power Purchase Agreement for shore power with Carnival UK & P&O
UK to Add Shipping to Emissions Trading Scheme in 2026
Starting next year, the UK shipping industry will be included in the UK Emissions Trading Scheme as part of new maritime decarbonization measures
Belfast, ME Votes to Ban Cruise Ships Over 50 Passengers
The city of Belfast, Maine, USA has voted unanimously to prohibit cruise ships carrying more than 50 passengers from docking at its port.
Port of San Diego Wins Award for Urban Sustainability Effort
The Port of San Diego has received the Grow Urban Sustainability Award at the Downtown San Diego Partnership’s Create the Future Awards ceremony.
Curaçao Launches Study to Guide Sustainable Tourism Growth
Curaçao has joined forces with Sustainable Travel International and the George Washington University to evaluate the impacts of tourism.
PNOC to Build Offshore Wind Port in Batangas by 2027
The Philippine National Oil Company has announced its intention to construct a new offshore wind integration port in the province of Batangas.
Fuel Spill at Keelung Port Affects Multiple Vessels
A fuel spill at Taiwan’s Keelung port on March 16 led to the release of approximately 100 liters of fuel, contaminating several vessels.
EPA Rescinds Permit for New Jersey Offshore Wind Project
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has withdrawn a permit for New Jersey’s first offshore wind farm, potentially halting the project.
Canada Identifies Offshore Wind Farm Sites in Nova Scotia
Canada has selected five key areas off Nova Scotia for the development of offshore wind farms, aiming to produce 5GW of electricity by 2030.
Marella Cruises Expands Microfibre Capture Across Fleet
Marella Cruises, in collaboration with Cleaner Seas Group, is launching an industry-first initiative to combat microfibre pollution across its fleet
North Sea Collision Raises Environmental Concerns Over Cargo
Concerns are growing over fuel leakage after the North Sea collision and authorities are assessing the environmental impact of the incident.
Rescue Underway After Tanker & Containership Collision in UK
A large-scale rescue operation is in progress in the North Sea after a product tanker and containership collided and caught fire off the UK coast
BP Shifts Focus: More Oil & Gas, Less Renewables
UK-based energy titan BP reveals plans to reduce its spending on renewable energy, opting instead to boost investment in oil and gas production.
Furetank Completes First 200-Tonne ISCC Bio-LNG Bunkering
Swedish shipping firm Furetank has successfully finished its inaugural bunkering operation, supplying 200 tonnes of ISCC-certified Bio-LNG.