125 million euros for more shore power in the Port of Rotterdam
The City of Rotterdam and the Port of Rotterdam Authority are jointly earmarking 125 million euros to make port operations more sustainable. The money will go to projects for shore power for seagoing vessels, a...Read more
Stena plans to use recycled batteries in charging stations at ports
Stena is developing a new type of energy storage, similar to very large powerbanks, which will be essential for the quick charging of electric ferries in the future. The project is part-financed by the EU...Read more
Damen delivers five electric ferries to Arriva in Copenhagen
Damen Shipyards Group has delivered five Damen Ferries 2306 E3 to Arriva Denmark in Copenhagen. The ships are equipped with an auto-mooring system and charging the battery packs takes just seven minutes. Arriva operates the vessels...Read more
First Multi-Purpose Vessel finally delivered to Rijkswaterstaat
The Dutch Government’s organisation for public works Rijkswaterstaat has taken delivery of its first MPV-30, the Merwestroom, but with a deeper draught than intended. The project was characterised by delays once it became apparent the...Read more