IMO Approves Draft Guidelines for Seafarer Training on Alternative Fuel Ships

The International Maritime Organization’s HTW sub-committee has drafted interim guidelines for training seafarers on ships using alternative fuels. Recognizing safety risks, these guidelines aim to address the growing use of sustainable fuels. Additionally, the NextWave Seafarers project seeks to combat seafarer shortages by offering training opportunities to cadets from developing nations.

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IMO to Develop Interim Training Guidelines for Seafarers on Alternative Fuels

IMO Develops Interim Training Guidelines for Seafarers on Alternative Fuels

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is rapidly developing interim training guidelines for alternative fuels, emphasizing seafarer safety amidst emerging technologies. With a dual approach, the guidelines will address both generic training and specifics for various fuels. Industry experts stress the urgency, as alternative fuel ships are already entering service.

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Decarbonizing the Shipping Industry: Challenges and Solutions for Emission Reduction

As the shipping industry confronts climate change, emissions reduction takes center stage. With regulatory pressures from the International Maritime Organization, companies aim for net-zero targets. However, the challenge lies in aging vessels and the need for new technologies, alongside navigating a landscape of alternative fuels and necessary infrastructure upgrades.

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Hanwha Ocean Partners with Amogy to Implement Ammonia-Powered Ships

South Korea’s Hanwha Ocean partners with New York’s Amogy to advance zero-emission ammonia-to-power technology for ships, acquiring Amogy’s cutting-edge system. The collaboration, involving Hanwha Aerospace, aims to revolutionize maritime decarbonization with scalable ammonia-powered solutions. Exec VP Hyoung Seog Kim believes this partnership propels a sustainable, carbon-neutral future.

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New study warns of potential environmental risks in transitioning to ammonia marine fuel

A recent study from Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden warns of potential environmental problems from using ammonia as a marine fuel for decarbonization. The research team found that ammonia can lead to issues such as eutrophication, acidification, and the emission of powerful greenhouse gases. Despite being carbon-free, ammonia may not be as environmentally friendly as hoped.

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