Powerful tugs can create strong propeller wash currents. A tanker recently ran aground as it was passing two tugs pushing...Tug Prop Wash Pushes Tanker Aground
‘Why build port infrastructure to accommodate 20,000 TEU vessels when supporting systems can only handle 6000 TEU a day?’ says...‘Mega Ships Do Not Pair with New Silk Road Hinterland Transport’
VDL AEC Maritime in Eindhoven will deliver seven scrubber systems from Greece based ship management company, Thenamaris. The scrubber systems...VDL AEC Maritime Wins Large Scrubber Order from Greek Thenamaris
Green Maritime Methanol Plans Tests with Spark-ignited Engine
The Green Maritime Methanol consortium reviews the possibilities for renewable methanol as a marine fuel. Tests with a spark-ignited engine and research into operational aspects are planned for next year. In addition, 2020 will also...Read more
Ulstein: Hydrogen-powered Offshore Support Vessel Could Set Sail in 2022
Ulstein has launched its first market-ready, hydrogen powered offshore vessel. The SX190 Zero Emission DP2 construction support vessel features a Nedstack fuel cell power system and can be delivered in three years’ time. The design has...Read more
Meuse River to Return to IHC After Delivery for LNG Tank
Royal IHC has launched the 7950-cubic-metre hopper dredger Meuse River for Belgian dredging company DEME. Although construction is going to plan, long delivery times for the LNG tank do throw a spanner in the works...Read more
Moonen Joins Hull and Superstructure of Second 36-Metre Moonen Martinique
Construction of the latest Moonen Martinique superyacht currently under construction in the Netherlands has entered the next phase with the joining of its hull and superstructure. Available for sale, the 36-metre YN199 is on track...Read more
North Sea Trials for Search and Rescue Drone
Damen Shipyards Group, Delft Dynamics and Next Ocean have trialled a new approach to search and rescue in the North Sea. The collaboration involved qualification testing of Delft Dynamics’ RH3 drone, along with a fast...Read more