Rolls-Royce has laid the foundation to support the transition to methanol, but continues to invest in making its diesel engines cleaner and more efficient

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From methanol to hydrogen, MHI prepares turbochargers for multiple fuel pathways

09 Nov 2026by Paul Morgan

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries is adapting its MET turbochargers for ammonia, hydrogen and methanol, while helping shipowners improve efficiency from today’s slow-steaming fleet

Fuels & Lubricants Propulsion

Charting the course of a zero-emissions ferry service in New York Harbour

04 Nov 2026by John Snyder

Lessons from its prototype hydrogen fuel-cell-electric vessel in San Francisco are shaping Switch Maritime’s approach for a new zero-emissions commuter ferry for New York City

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ZESTAs Secretary-General: 'This is no longer about proving these technologies work. They work.'

22 Oct 2026by Madadh MacLaine

Zero Emissions Ship Technology Association chief Madadh MacLaine says, "we can build something better," calling for deployment of zero-emission technologies in maritime at scale

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Tanker completes first hydrogen-fuelled carbon-neutral voyage in demonstration

01 Oct 2026by Riviera News

Japan’s Nippon Foundation Zero-Emission Ship Project claimed a ’world first’ for the technology on a two-hour, 33 km sailing on 25 September

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Viking’s second hydrogen fuel cell cruise ship moves to outfitting

14 Sep 2026by John Snyder

Viking held a floating-out ceremony for the 998-passenger cruise ship, marking its move to final phase of construction at Fincantieri

Fuels & Lubricants Propulsion Shipbuilding & Design

Chowgule reels in order for two hydrogen-powered cargo ships at SMM

08 Sep 2026by John Snyder

Indian shipbuilder signs deal to construct two hydrogen fuel cell-powered Ecoflex coastal bulkers for Norwegian owner

Fuels & Lubricants Propulsion Shipbuilding & Design

Yanmar hydrogen fuel cell gains DNV type approval, paving way for global maritime use

07 Sep 2026by John Snyder

Used in Japanese domestic marine applications, Yanmar’s hydrogen fuel cell technology can now be used in the wider marine market, following class type approval

Fuels & Lubricants Hybrid Electric & Fuel Cells Propulsion Regulations & Compliance

The paradox of decarbonisation: new fuels, new risks

27 Aug 2026by Riviera News

New low- and zero-GHG fuels have a role to play in shipping’s decarbonisation, but come with new risks and safety considerations, says Sunil Krishnakumar, general manager, Singapore branch, International Chamber of Shipping

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How augmented reality is bringing two zero-emission ropax vessels to life

20 Aug 2026by Selwyn Parker

Two all-electric vessels for Baleària, designed by Incat Crowther using digital shipbuilding technology, will serve the first green corridor between Europe and Africa in 2027

Digitalisation Hybrid Electric & Fuel Cells Shipbuilding & Design

Industry writes its own safety casebook as fuel rules lag

03 Aug 2026by Edwin Lampert

With IMO’s mid-term measures postponed and first movers ordering vessels anyway, the UK Chamber of Shipping has published the first cross-fuel safety risk baseline built by vessel operators themselves

Fuels & Lubricants Regulations & Compliance

Isotta Fraschini marks hydrogen-powered marine engine success

22 Jul 2026by John Snyder

Italian engineering firm reports test firing of single-cylinder engine on 100% hydrogen, advancing research to next phase of commercial marine engine development

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Booming LNG exports drive US tugboat fleet growth and owner investment campaigns

When it comes to new tugboat construction, LNG is attracting the greatest interest in many US states and one Canadian province

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Wood Mackenzie: can Canada capitalise on Asia's need for long-term, lower-carbon LNG?

21 Oct 2026by Riviera News

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Policy and insurance: automation does not make an autonomous ship

16 Oct 2026by Martyn Wingrove

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Ethanol momentum in maritime shifts from engines to economics

15 Oct 2026by John Snyder

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Veson Nautical: full restoration is unlikely before at least mid-2027

02 Oct 2026by Riviera News

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Ammonia: an emerging energy commodity that shipping shouldn’t ignore

08 Sep 2026by Martin Cartwright

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Why ports need to invest in dedicated electric tug charging

08 Sep 2026by Martyn Wingrove

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Are invasive species an emerging challenge for offshore wind?

02 Sep 2026by David Foxwell

Offshore Wind Offshore Wind Journal Regulations & Compliance

From compliance to contribution: how nature-inclusive design is reshaping offshore wind

26 Aug 2026by David Foxwell

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