World’s First High-Speed Emission-Free Catamaran Passenger Ferry To Get Emission-Free Propulsion Systems
Green City Ferries announced today the award of contracts for key suppliers to provide the emission-free propulsion system for Beluga24 – the world’s first high-speed emission-free catamaran passenger ferry.
ADB Finances Electric Ferries in Thailand — First in Southeast Asia
BANGKOK, THAILAND (27 April 2022) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Energy Absolute Public Company Ltd. signed a 160 million Thai baht ($4.7 million equivalent) loan agreement to finance an electric ferry fleet for mass rapid transport in Bangkok—the first such transport system in Southeast Asia.
Mayflower Autonomous Ship Begins Second Attempt at Atlantic Crossing
The Mayflower Autonomous Ship has departed for its second attempt to cross the North Atlantic from the UK to the U.S. using only its AI systems to navigate the more than 3,000 nautical mile journey.
China’s world-first drone carrier is a new ‘marine species’ using AI for unmanned maritime intelligence
Unmanned ship launched on Wednesday can carry dozens of drones, unmanned ships and submersibles to create a powerful ocean research tool, state journal says
88-metre vessel can reportedly quickly intercept, besiege and expel invasive targets
North Van firm to launch Canada’s first hydrogen-powered marine vessel
Capilano Maritime Design has received a $178,000 grant from CleanBC Go Electric Advanced Research and Commercialization program to introduce the proof-of-concept in the form of a recreational harbour cruise boat.
A boat with a revolutionary look will sail on the Seine during the 2024 Olympic Games
The organization of the next Summer Olympics is in full swing. In addition to the construction and adaptation of existing sports arenas or the reception of delegations, the organizers of Paris 2024 are working on other issues, including that of mobility, in a regularly congested city.
Where smart ferry charging begins with a smart grid
The situation NORWAY: The Hareid-Sulesund ferry operator has reduced CO2 emissions by 7000 tonnes annually with the introduction of electric vessels. In transitioning ferries from diesel to pure electric power, powerful onshore support is essential, in the form of reliable infrastructure for rapid charging capacity…
DB Schenker to operate zero-emission autonomous coastal container feeder in Norway
Germany-based logistics provider DB Schenker has revealed plans to operate a zero-emission coastal container feeder vessel between Ikornnes quay and the Port of Ålesund in Norway. The fully electric vessel includes a “unique design”, making the vessel first of its kind in the world, according to the…
A green ‘sea change’ as water transport makes its move
All aboard! Europe’s ferry industry has set sail for an emissions-free future. It’s leading the eco-friendly revolution with electric and hydrogen-powered boats that are destined to make urban transport more sustainable. In just a few months’ time, passengers in Stavanger, Norway, will be able to…