<?xml version="1.0"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title>Brookes Bell - News and Knowledge</title><link>https://www.brookesbell.com</link><description>The latest Brookes Bell News and Knowledge</description><generator>TYPO3</generator><language>en</language><atom:link href="https://www.brookesbell.com/news-and-knowledge/rss" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><item><title>Rolls-Royce switches to HVO for vessel engine testing</title><link>https://www.brookesbell.com/news-and-knowledge/rolls-royce-switches-to-hvo-for-vessel-engine-testing/</link><guid>https://www.brookesbell.com/news-and-knowledge/rolls-royce-switches-to-hvo-for-vessel-engine-testing/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:57:00 +0000</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[
Rolls‑Royce has switched mtu diesel engine testing in Germany to HVO, cutting CO₂ by ~3,200 tonnes by end‑2025 without engine modifications, while also reducing particulates and NOx.
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Singapore Maritime Week 2026 drew 20,000+ attendees and spotlighted MPA’s new OCEANS‑X data platform alongside initiatives on alternative fuels, AI-enabled operations, green corridors and crew connectivity.
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FuelEU Maritime (from January 2025) tightens greenhouse gas intensity limits for fuels used by ships in EU and EEA waters, with annual reporting due by 31 January and compliance balance approval by 30 April. From 30 June 2026, ships must carry a valid Document of Compliance to avoid penalties, and shore power connection requirements will follow from 2030 and 2035.
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The Port of Houston has completed the first ship-to-ship methanol bunkering operation in the US. On 30 March 2026, Maersk’s dual-fuel Tangier Maersk received 2,000MT of methanol from the tank barge Kirby 29067, supplied by Methanex, under US Coast Guard monitoring. The milestone followed four months of planning and highlights Houston’s growing role as a methanol bunkering hub as shipping shifts toward lower-emission fuels.
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Renowned shipping line and cruise company Cunard has announced that all four of its ocean liners will assemble on the River Mersey in May 2028, marking the first time the complete fleet has gathered in a single location.
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Brookes Bell has relocated its Liverpool office to a newly refurbished 5,500 sq ft waterfront space at No.10 Princes Dock within the Liverpool Waters development, reflecting the company’s growth and commitment to Liverpool’s maritime sector, and joining other maritime and international businesses in the area.
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Brookes Bell emphasises the importance of regular testing, technical interpretation, and advanced analysis by independent experts to manage the stability and risks of Very Low Sulfur Fuel Oil (VLSFO), addressing issues such as degradation, microbial contamination, and tank-specific anomalies to support shipowners in ensuring fuel quality and operational reliability amid evolving maritime regulations.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Meet The Team: Harith Altuma</title><link>https://www.brookesbell.com/news-and-knowledge/meet-the-team-harith-altuma/</link><guid>https://www.brookesbell.com/news-and-knowledge/meet-the-team-harith-altuma/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:53:00 +0000</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[
Harith Altuma, Brookes Bell's first Fuel Scientist based in Houston, Texas, brings over three decades of expertise in marine fuel analysis and forensic chemical inspection, emphasising attention to detail and proper procedures to support maritime and energy clients in addressing fuel quality challenges and disputes amid evolving fuel technologies and decarbonization efforts.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Going Beyond The Numbers: How Brookes Bell takes a detailed look at fuel quality issues</title><link>https://www.brookesbell.com/news-and-knowledge/going-beyond-the-numbers-how-brookes-bell-takes-a-detailed-look-at-fuel-quality-issues/</link><guid>https://www.brookesbell.com/news-and-knowledge/going-beyond-the-numbers-how-brookes-bell-takes-a-detailed-look-at-fuel-quality-issues/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:53:00 +0000</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[
Brookes Bell addresses rising marine fuel quality challenges by employing expert fuel chemists to perform rigorous forensic analysis and independent testing to identify inconsistencies and resolve disputes, helping shipowners avoid costly downtime and ensure compliance amid complex regulations and diverse fuel blends.
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Andrew Kingshott’s career in marine engineering began with an interest in the Royal Navy and electronic engineering studies, leading him to a Merchant Navy cadetship with Maersk and experience in offshore oil and gas, where hands-on work shaped his problem-solving approach; he later transitioned to consulting engineering roles with Charles Taylor and now with Brookes Bell, focusing on marine engineering surveys and investigations, valuing practical experience and multidisciplinary collaboration to assist clients with complex technical and claims-related matters.
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