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Methanol Overtakes LNG As the Alternative Fuel of Choice

07/02/2024

Methanol Overtakes LNG As the Alternative Fuel of Choice

With stringent emissions targets rapidly approaching, shipping companies are considering a plethora of alternative fuels. Now, research from classification society DNV has revealed...
Maersk Switches Liner Service From Panama Canal to Land Bridge

06/02/2024

Maersk Switches Liner Service From Panama Canal to Land Bridge

The ongoing drought-induced Panama Canal restrictions have resulted in Maersk electing to use a land bridge to traverse the Central American country. 
Euronav Draws Up Plans for 120 Low-Carbon Ships

05/02/2024

Euronav Draws Up Plans for 120 Low-Carbon Ships

Belgium-based crude oil shipping specialist Euronav is planning to order up to 120 new low-carbon vessels according to a statement made by recently installed CEO Alexander Saverys.
BYD's First Car Carrier Sets Sail

02/02/2024

BYD's First Car Carrier Sets Sail

BYD, the Chinese EV manufacturer that has just overtaken Tesla as the top-selling electric car brand, has seen its first car carrier, the Explorer 1, set sail for the first time.
Port of Singapore to Trial Electric Vessel Charging Concepts

01/02/2024

Port of Singapore to Trial Electric Vessel Charging Concepts

The electrification of the shipping industry continues apace, with the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) announcing its intention to trial new charging concepts for...
Salvors face increased challenges despite fewer shipping incidents.

22/01/2024

Salvors face increased challenges despite fewer shipping incidents.

Insurer Allianz Global hailed a record low level of shipping losses in 2022 when it released its annual Shipping and Safety Review earlier this year. However, while a year-on-year...
What is a Special Casualty Representative?

22/01/2024

What is a Special Casualty Representative?

As ships and maritime assets continue to get larger, the financial value and complexity of these assets increases.  As they increase, the role of a Special Casualty Representative...
Brookes Bell Master Mariner is appointed a Special Casualty Representative

22/01/2024

Brookes Bell Master Mariner is appointed a Special Casualty Representative

Brookes Bell has expanded its team of Special Casualty Representatives (SCRs), enhancing the consultancy’s specialty in salvage operations globally.  
Setting sail for success in 2024 – a message from Brookes Bell’s new Chief Technical Officer, Brendan Cuffe

22/01/2024

Setting sail for success in 2024 – a message from Brookes Bell’s new Chief Technical Officer, Brendan Cuffe

As the world embarks on a new year, despite a plethora of challenges facing the industry globally, 2024 holds promises of prosperity and growth for the maritime and energy...
China Aims to Dominate the Green Shipbuilding Market

22/01/2024

China Aims to Dominate the Green Shipbuilding Market

Already a major player in global shipbuilding, China is aiming to ‘dominate’ the green shipbuilding market. That’s according to a new seven-year plan issued by China’s industrial...

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