Environment

Skuld Marine Fuels Integrate Cashew Nutshell Liquid Biofuel

With decarbonization rules already enforced in the EU/EEA, authorities are now honing in on greenhouse gas emissions from ships in European waters

Close up of cashew nuts

Fuel Spill Reported at Ahırkapı Anchorage During Bunkering

On February 11, Turkey’s Directorate General of Coastal Safety reported a fuel leak during a bunkering operation involving two oil tankers.

An oil spill on a beach

South Africa Tightens Laws Against Marine Pollution

In response to a series of accidents along its coast S. Africa signs Marine Pollution (Prevention of Pollution from Ships) Amendment Bill into law

A coastal oil spill

UK Delays Decision on Rampion 2 Offshore Wind Project

The United Kingdom government has postponed its decision on the proposed 1.2GW Rampion 2 offshore wind farm extension in the south of the country

Windfarm propellers

New Jersey Cancels Offshore Wind Bid Amid Market Challenges

The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU) has decided to cancel its fourth offshore wind solicitation, citing significant market challenges.

An offshore windfarm

Cunard Crew’s Global Beach Clean-Ups Help Protect Oceans

To safeguard and preserve ecosystems, Cunard crew members, with shoreside colleagues, took part in 14 beach clean-ups across seven countries in 2024.

The Queen Mary 2 cruise ship

Cruise Ship Solar Panels Could Help Cut Emissions, Save Fuel

Researchers are investigating the feasibility of equipping cruise ship cabins with solar panels to enhance energy efficiency and lower emissions.

solar panels

Greek Shipping Firm Eurobulk Fined for Pollution Violations

Greek company Eurobulk Ltd. has admitted to violating the Act to Prevent Pollution from Ships and falsifying records to cover up the infractions.

A judge's gavel

Solar-Powered Cabins Could Make Cruises More Sustainable

Scientists are investigating the possibility of equipping cruise ship cabins with solar panels to enhance energy efficiency and reduce emissions.

Solar panels at sunset

Taean Wind Power Secures Fixed-Price Contract in South Korea

Taean Wind Power has finalized a fixed-price offtake agreement for a major offshore wind project in South Korea.

An offshore windfarm

Trump’s Bold Moves on Panama Canal, Gulf Name & Paris Exit

In his first hours as 47th president of the USA, Trump made headlines with declarations including a vow to take back control of the Panama Canal.

The Panama Canal

Green Rizhao: China’s First Carbon-Neutral Cargo Vessel

On January 15th, COSCO Shipping took delivery of the cargo vessel Green Rizhao during an official induction ceremony in Dalian, China.

A COSCO Shipping vessel

Disney Plans Eco-Friendly Cruise Ships for a Greener Future

Disney announces plans for a series of smaller, eco-friendly ships with three of the four new vessels being approx 100,000 gross registered tons.

A Disney cruise ship

MOL Partners on Green Corridor Linking Portugal to N. Europe

MOL has signed a MoU with Madoqua Renewables Holding Lda and other international industry leaders to establish a European green shipping corridor

AMOL container ship

Costa Smeralda First Cruise Ship to Bunker LNG in Dubai

Costa Smeralda, while operating her winter cruise season in the United Arab Emirates, has become the first cruise ship to refuel there with LNG.

The Costa Smerelda cruise ship

Vard Explores Nuclear Propulsion for Maritime Shipping

Vard is working with the Norwegian University of Science and Technology and other stakeholders on a project to investigate nuclear propulsion.

The Norwegian flag

Brazil Prepares for Greener Fuels in Cruise Industry

Brazilian authorities and suppliers are gearing up to embrace the cruise industry’s newest green technologies and sustainable fuels.

A 'powered by LBG' logo on the side of a vessel

BOEM Seeks Input on Offshore Wind Leasing Near Guam

The US Bureau of Ocean Energy Management issued a call for information and nominations regarding potential wind energy leasing off the coast of Guam.

The coastline off Guam

Equinor Secures $3B Funding for Empire Wind 1 in the US

Norwegian energy leader Equinor has secured a $3 billion financing package to support its Empire Wind 1 project in the United States.

An offshore windfarm

MSC Cruises Faces Complaint Over Environmental Claims

An environmental advocacy group has filed a complaint against MSC Cruises, accusing the company of using 'deceptive and unlawful advertising.'

The MSC Poesia cruise ship