Innovation & technology

The Green Ferry Vision

Cleaner Seas July 27, 2021 0

One of the ‘greenest’ islands on the planet, picturesque Aeroe in southern Denmark, is working on plans for a unique type of ferry that could provide environmental inspiration on a global scale. At the heart of the project is a steering group which includes Henrik Hagbarth Mikkelsen, a graduate

Innovation & technology

E-Learning Is A Force For Good In Shipping

Cleaner Seas July 27, 2021 0

At a time when cost-conscious shippers are looking for zero-downtime from crews, it’s wise to make the most of the new opportunities offered by online learning. The fast-growing online learning sector is expected to be worth $168bn by 2018 (according to an investigation by Global Industry Analysts). This growth is driven by the need for […]

Innovation & technology Ship safety

Creating More Time To Avoid Disaster

Cleaner Seas July 27, 2021 0

If a ship loses power while at sea it will be a lottery as to whether it can be prevented from running aground. Such an event is disastrous to any ship but if it happens to a tanker the consequences can be momentous. Yet ultimately it is down to a collection of random factors that […]

Innovation & technology

The Magnetic Power That Helps Prevent Pollution

Cleaner Seas July 27, 2021 0

The most common reason for marine oil pollution is invariably due to a ship being damaged by grounding or collision. The sight of oil pouring from the torn hull of a ship is something the world has witnessed too often and provokes a sense of helplessness among witnesses unable to stem the flow. Yet once […]

Innovation & technology Oil spill

Arctic Oil Exploration and Extrapolation – A Fragile Frontier Yet To Be Fully Discovered

Cleaner Seas July 27, 2021 0

The exploration for oil in the Arctic Ocean continues full steam ahead, but there are immense risks to the environment and ecosystems. Demand for oil continues to surge and companies are taking more and more risks. Companies will continue to drill for oil in remote areas, such as the Arctic region, and there are clear and present dangers. That said, […]

Innovation & technology

Consequences For Lubes From Emissions Regulations

Cleaner Seas July 27, 2021 0

International Maritime Organization sulphur emissions limits will have a major impact on the cost of operations in the Cruise and Ferry sector over the coming years, as all the potential means to meet the requirements will have an impact on fuel costs, capital expenditure on abatement technologies or on the fuel infrastructure on board and […]

Innovation & technology

Using Renewable Energy to Power the Ships

Cleaner Seas June 30, 2021 0

While other modes of transportation are quickly making their way to go green, naval transport is yet to introduce sustainability. That said, many projects around the world are being developed to make ships greener and help cut down on the carbon footprint they leave behind.

Innovation & technology News

Ardmore Shipping chooses Lean Marine’s FuelOpt to enhance fleet efficiency

Cleaner Seas May 18, 2021 0

Successful performance of Lean Marine’s FuelOpt™ on the Ardmore Sealion prompts Ardmore Shipping to equip the balance of its fleet with propulsion optimization technology to improve overall fleet efficiency GOTHENBURG, SWEDEN, MAY 18, 2021: Swedish propulsion optimization experts Lean Marine have signed a contract with tanker operator, Ardmore Shipping Corporation, to

Innovation & technology News

Wärtsilä Cargo Handling and Fuel Supply Systems again selected for Oriental Energy vessels

Cleaner Seas May 12, 2021 0

Wärtsilä Corporation, Press release, 12 May 2021 at 10:00 AM EEST The technology group Wärtsilä will supply the Cargo Handling and LPG Fuel Supply Systems for two new very large gas carrier vessels (VLGC) being built for China-based Oriental Energy, a company mainly focusing on operation of PDH (Propane Dehydrogenation) factories and LPG trading. The ships are under […]

Innovation & technology

West Indies Petroleum Partners with BP to Make a Difference in the Region

Cleaner Seas March 2, 2021

WIP enters into a long-term exclusive supply agreement with bp.