PowerCell, a Swedish fuel cell company, has secured a SEK 40 million contract to supply two innovative hydrogen-powered bulk carriers with zero-emission systems. Set to deliver 14 Marine System 225 units by 2027, these vessels will be powered entirely by renewable hydrogen, marking a historic step toward sustainable shipping and climate action.
The Panamanian Ship Registry has updated its policies to enhance fleet performance and reduce detention risks, particularly targeting older vessels. Effective immediately, registration of oil tankers and bulk carriers over 15 years old is prohibited. This move follows findings that 71% of detentions involved older ships, emphasizing safety and compliance.
Amon Maritime from Norway has launched Amon Bulk, focusing on ammonia-fueled bulk carriers, backed by a NOK253 million grant from Enova. The initiative targets capesize and kamsarmax vessels, aiming for operational status by 2029. CEO André Risholm views this as a vital step toward decarbonizing deep-sea shipping.
The UK MAIB report on the deaths of three stevedores on the Berge Mawson in Indonesia reveals a lack of training on safe cargo work. Another incident involving two stevedores in a cargo hold containing zinc concentrate highlights the dangers of enclosed spaces. The IMO is working to enhance safety in enclosed spaces onboard ships.
MacGregor, part of Cargotec, has launched the new MacGregor GravityVibeTM, a gravity self-unloading system that allows bulk carriers to deliver a wider variety of cargo in greater volume. The system includes vibrating panels to shift remnants and reduce blockages, increasing cargo capacity and reducing carbon dioxide emissions.
