Maersk celebrated the naming of its third large dual-fuel methanol containership, Antonia Maersk, in Denmark. This milestone marks the company’s commitment to fleet modernization with environmentally friendly vessels. CEO Vincent Clerc highlighted the challenges and plans for transitioning to green fuels to reduce carbon emissions and meet decarbonization goals.
Japan’s MOL introduces innovative Wind Challenger design for LNG carriers, collaborating with Hanwha Ocean. The plan includes two 160-foot rigid sails on a 938-foot vessel, aiming to reduce fuel consumption and achieve decarbonization goals. ClassNK grants approval for the design, with plans for 25 vessels by 2030 and 80 by 2035.
In a report by Sharon Cho and Alex Longley on Feb. 24, 2024, Bloomberg notes the oil tanker industry’s struggle due to attacks in the Red Sea, causing disruptions in global petroleum trade. With minimal new tanker additions and increasing trade diversions, rates have surged, signaling a positive outlook for tanker owners in the near future.
