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(43 articles)First Ammonia-Powered Bulk Ship Launches: What It Means for Your Supply Chain
CMB.Tech's Mineral Europa has completed sea trials and begun commercial operation as the world's first ammonia-powered dry bulk carrier, representing a major milestone in decarbonizing ocean freight.
CMA CGM's LNG Strategy Proves Resilient Through Supply Chain Shocks
CMA CGM, the world's third-largest container shipping line, has demonstrated the strategic value of early investment in LNG bunkering infrastructure as a decarbonization pathway. The French carrier's
Shipping lines bear green transition costs as shippers resist price increases
Major container shipping lines are unilaterally absorbing substantial capital and operational costs associated with transitioning to alternative fuels and lower-emission vessels, according to speakers
Aetherion Targets US Long-Haul CNG Market with HPDI Tech
Westport Fuel Systems has rebranded as Aetherion Technologies and is narrowing its strategic focus to compressed natural gas (CNG) systems for North American long-haul trucking. The company divested i
World's First Ammonia Bulk Carrier Sets Sail: What It Means
The Mineral Europa has commenced its maiden voyage to Australia as the world's first ammonia-powered dry bulk carrier, representing a watershed moment for sustainable deep-sea shipping. This 210,000-t
Ethanol Gains Ground as Viable Alternative Fuel for Deep-Sea Shipping
New research from the Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping positions ethanol as a practical near-term decarbonization pathway for portions of the global merchant fleet. The study, co
First LNG Dual-Fuel PCTC Delivered to Suardiaz Group
Suardiaz Group has taken delivery of its first liquefied natural gas (LNG) dual-fuel Pure Car and Truck Carrier (PCTC), marking a significant milestone in the adoption of cleaner maritime propulsion t
Maersk Completes First U.S. Ethanol Bunkering of Deep-Sea Vessel
Maersk has completed the first bunkering of a deep-sea container vessel with ethanol fuel at a U.S. port, marking a significant milestone in the shipping industry's transition toward sustainable marin
Sagepoint Logistics Doubles RNG Fleet to 120 Trucks
Sagepoint Logistics has announced a significant expansion of its alternative fuel vehicle fleet, adding 60 renewable natural gas (RNG) trucks to double its existing capacity from 60 to 120 vehicles. T
Maersk & MOL Pursue Multi-Fuel Strategy for Maritime Decarbonization
Maersk and Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL), two of the world's largest ocean carriers, are doubling down on a **multi-fuel strategy** to navigate the maritime industry's energy transition. Rather than betti
Sagepoint Logistics Expands Fleet with 60 RNG Trucks
Sagepoint Logistics has announced a significant fleet expansion, adding 60 renewable natural gas (RNG)-powered trucks to double its operational capacity. This move reflects both the carrier's response
AI and Green Fuel Transform Freight and Logistics Operations
The logistics and freight industry is undergoing significant technological transformation driven by two converging trends: artificial intelligence adoption and the shift toward sustainable alternative
Hydrogen Truck Alliance Plans 2030 European Rollout
The Hydrogen Truck Alliance has announced a strategic initiative to deploy hydrogen-powered trucks across European logistics networks by 2030, representing a major structural shift in how supply chain
Greenply Adopts LNG Trucks in Push for Greener Logistics
Greenply, a leading plywood and engineered wood products manufacturer, has announced a strategic partnership with GreenLine, a logistics operator, to integrate liquefied natural gas (LNG)-powered truc
DP World Deploys First Dual-Fuel Methanol Container Vessel
DP World has introduced the DP World London, a dual-fuel methanol-powered vessel that represents a significant step forward in the maritime industry's transition toward sustainable shipping. This deve
DP World Launches First Methanol Dual-Fuel Vessel
DP World has christened its first methanol dual-fuel vessel, named 'DP World London,' marking a significant milestone in the container shipping industry's transition toward lower-carbon maritime opera
DP World Launches First Methanol Dual-Fuel Vessel
DP World's Shipping Solutions has commissioned its first methanol dual-fuel vessel, representing a tangible milestone in the maritime industry's shift toward alternative fuels and emissions reduction.
DP World Launches First Methanol Dual-Fuel Vessel for Green Shipping
DP World Shipping Solutions has officially named its first methanol dual-fuel vessel, marking a significant operational milestone in the maritime industry's transition toward lower-emission shipping.
DP World Launches Methanol Dual-Fuel Vessel for Lower-Emission Shipping
DP World's Shipping Solutions has named its first methanol dual-fuel vessel, marking a strategic advancement in the maritime industry's transition toward lower-emission operations. This development re
DP World Launches Methanol Dual-Fuel Vessel in Denmark
DP World has announced the naming of a methanol dual-fuel vessel in Denmark, marking a significant step in the maritime industry's transition toward cleaner shipping technologies. This development ref
DP World Launches Methanol Dual-Fuel Vessel in Denmark
DP World has announced the naming of a new methanol dual-fuel vessel in Denmark, marking a significant milestone in the shipping operator's commitment to sustainable maritime operations. This vessel r
Aroeira Launches Biomethane Sugar Route to Port of Santos
Aroeira has launched a new logistics initiative combining biomethane-powered trucks and rail transport to move sugar to Port of Santos, signaling a strategic shift toward lower-carbon supply chain ope
Sail Freight Collaboration Cuts Coastal Shipping Costs
A collaborative industry initiative is advancing sail-powered freight technology for coastal shipping routes, positioning wind-assisted or wind-powered vessels as a cost-competitive alternative to con
IMO Net-Zero Framework Debate Heats Up as LNG Leads Fuel Shift
The maritime sector is experiencing accelerated momentum toward alternative fuels, with liquified natural gas (LNG) emerging as the industry's preferred transitional solution. However, this green shif
Fleet Operators Turn to Fuel Diversification for Lower Carbon Emissions
Chevron is positioning a diversified fuel portfolio as the pragmatic path forward for fleet operators seeking to reduce lifecycle carbon intensity without committing to a single alternative fuel overn
CMA CGM Records Largest Single Biomethanol Bunkering Operation
CMA CGM has successfully completed what the company describes as the largest single-operation biomethanol supply event at Shanghai port, marking a significant milestone in the maritime industry's tran
Biomass emerges as key fuel alternative for European rail freight
The increasing adoption of biomass as a fuel source in rail freight transport represents a structural shift in how European supply chains approach sustainability and operational efficiency. This trend
Biomass Emerges as Key Fuel for Rail Freight Transport
Biomass is gaining traction as a viable alternative fuel source for rail freight operations, representing a strategic shift toward decarbonization in the transportation sector. This development reflec
DHL Deploys HVO Fuel for F1 Logistics Operations
DHL is leveraging hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) as a sustainable fuel alternative to power its global Formula 1 logistics operations, demonstrating how major logistics providers are embedding decar
CONCOR Opens NCR's First LNG Station at Dadri MMLP
CONCOR has established the National Capital Region's first LNG dispensing station at its Dadri Multi-Modal Logistics Park (MMLP), marking a strategic milestone in India's transition toward decarbonize
GreenLine & Dabur Partner on LNG Trucks to Cut Freight Emissions
GreenLine and Dabur India have announced a partnership to deploy liquefied natural gas (LNG)-powered trucks for long-haul freight operations, marking a significant step toward decarbonizing India's tr
GreenLine & Dabur Deploy LNG Trucks for India Logistics
GreenLine has entered a strategic partnership with Dabur India to deploy liquefied natural gas (LNG) powered trucks for the company's road logistics operations. This initiative represents a significan
Dabur India Deploys LNG Trucks with GreenLine to Cut Emissions
Dabur India, one of India's leading FMCG manufacturers, has announced a strategic partnership with GreenLine to deploy liquified natural gas (LNG) powered trucks across its logistics network. This mov
Samskip SeaShuttle Joins HyShip Hydrogen Shipping Initiative
Samskip's SeaShuttle service has joined HyShip, a collaborative initiative focused on developing hydrogen-powered shipping solutions for the maritime industry. This partnership represents a strategic
Samskip Accelerates Hydrogen Shipping Strategy via HyShip Deal
Samskip, a leading European container and RoRo shipping provider, is deepening its commitment to hydrogen propulsion through a strategic collaboration with HyShip, a hydrogen technology and innovation
CMA CGM IRON Makes History With First Bioethanol Bunkering in Santos
CMA CGM Group has achieved a significant milestone by conducting the first bioethanol bunkering operation for the container vessel CMA CGM IRON at the Port of Santos, Brazil. This pioneering initiativ
Korea Launches Ammonia Vessel Trial for Green Shipping Corridor
South Korea's Korean Register (KR) and HD Hyundai are collaborating on a groundbreaking green shipping corridor initiative that includes testing ammonia-powered vessels. This development represents a
CONCOR and GAIL Launch LNG Station at ICD Khodiyar
CONCOR (Container Corporation of India) has partnered with GAIL (Gas Authority of India Limited) to establish an LNG dispensing station at ICD Khodiyar, a major inland container depot. This infrastruc
Oslo-Rotterdam Corridor Tests Liquid Hydrogen for Zero-Emission Shipping
The Oslo-Rotterdam shipping corridor is piloting liquid hydrogen as a marine fuel, marking a significant milestone in the maritime industry's transition toward zero-emission operations. This initiativ
RNG Trucks Hit Inflection Point as Performance & Economics Align
Renewable natural gas (RNG) has reached a genuine inflection point in commercial trucking adoption, driven by convergence of mature engine technology, stable pricing, and expanded fueling infrastructu
Biofuels in Shipping: Bridge Fuel or Future Strategy?
The maritime industry faces a critical crossroads regarding fuel choices as decarbonization pressures intensify. Biofuels have emerged as a pragmatic intermediary solution, allowing existing vessel fl
Biofuels in Shipping: Transition or Long-Term Strategy?
The maritime industry faces a critical inflection point as biofuels emerge as a potential pathway to meet increasingly stringent emissions regulations. The debate centers on whether these alternative
Grimaldi's 12th Ammonia-Ready Car Carrier Signals Fleet Modernization
Grimaldi Group has reached a significant milestone by taking delivery of its 12th ammonia-ready car carrier vessel, the Grande Oriente. This expansion reflects the automotive shipping industry's commi