DNV has launched the first public tender portal for e-methanol procurement in the EU and UK, connecting industrial offtakers with European producers. This initiative aims to enhance the availability of low-carbon fuel essential for maritime transport and heavy industry, aligning with Europe’s renewable energy regulations and accelerating the shift toward cleaner energy solutions.
Kongsberg Maritime has secured a contract to supply equipment for India’s first electric tug at Deendayal Port in Kandla. This project is a key milestone in India’s Green Tug Transition Programme, featuring advanced technologies like permanent magnet-driven thrusters and energy storage systems. The tug, designed by NavNautik India, will enhance maritime decarbonization efforts.
The International Labor Organization has amended the Maritime Labor Convention, recognizing sailors as essential workers. Effective December 2027, the changes improve seafarers’ rights, ensuring access to medical care, vacation time, and safe repatriation. While seen as transformative, challenges in enforcement remain, necessitating further action to uphold these standards globally.
