The launch of the first large-capacity vessel for CO2 transport, with a capacity of 22,000 cubic meters, signifies a breakthrough in shipping. Named Active, it will initially transport LPG under a six-month charter. Capital Clean Energy Carriers aims to capitalize on the expanding carbon capture market, projecting significant growth by 2030.
An Arc7 ice-class LNG carrier, the Christophe de Margerie, has made history by completing the first winter pickup of LNG from Russia’s Arctic LNG 2 plant. Loaded on December 19, this pivotal achievement for Novatek signifies an effort to sustain production amid Arctic winter challenges, highlighting advancements in ice-class shipping capabilities.
A Japanese partnership is advancing in developing ammonia transport for use as fuel in industries, including maritime. Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Co., Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, and Namura Shipbuilding Co. received initial design approval from ClassNK for a large ammonia carrier. The innovative design aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase efficiency in marine transport.
Japan’s NYK Line and Yara Clean Ammonia have signed the first charter for an ammonia-fueled medium gas carrier, advancing the establishment of the ammonia value chain. This initiative, part of Japan’s Green Innovation Project, aims to develop ammonia as a maritime fuel, addressing emissions and enhancing shipping decarbonization efforts.
Anthony Veder, a leading gas carrier operator, has successfully installed wind-assisted propulsion on an LPG gas carrier, signaling a growing interest in sustainable technology within the industry. With plans to achieve net-zero emissions by 2035, the company’s collaboration with Econowind to use VentoFoils on their vessels is a significant step towards enhancing operational efficiency.
Researchers are reporting promising results in the first phase of a two-stage test of carbon capture in the maritime sector. The EverLoNG project, involving industry leaders and government funding, completed a major milestone with the first deployment of a prototype system on the LNG carrier Seapeak Arwa. The project aims to optimize shipboard carbon capture.
A Japanese consortium, including NYK and Japan Engine, has reached the point where they can begin building one of the first ammonia-fueled carriers in the world. The vessel, expected to be completed by November 2026, will have a transportation capacity of 40,000 cbm of ammonia fuel and be powered by an ammonia dual-fuel two-stroke engine.
