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Engine retrofits to reduce emissions on two bulk carriers

Technology group Wärtsilä will upgrade the Wärtsilä RT-flex main engines on two bulk carrier vessels owned by Turkey-based Ulusoy Sealines. The planned engine retrofits and upgrades will extend the vessels’ operational life and improve performance and fuel efficiency, thereby reducing emissions. The orders were booked by Wärtsilä in 4Q24 and 1Q25.

Procureship announces ESG agreement with Achilles Maritime Network

Achilles, a provider of supply chain risk management solutions, and Procureship, the world’s leading e-procurement platform have agreed a long-term partnership to enhance the ESG capabilities of the shipping industry’s procurement processes.

 

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Green strategies for dry bulk shipping

Esther Chua, AXSMarine, discusses strategies for reducing emissions in the dry bulk industry through operational improvements, fuel transition advancements and innovative tools.


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Econowind passes 100th VentoFoil unit sold

Econowind has surpassed 100 VentoFoil units sold, marking a milestone in the shipping industry’s shift towards Wind-Assisted Ship Propulsion.

Keys to successful conveyor safety and maintenance training

Jerad Heitzler, Training Manager, and Todd Swinderman, P.E. and CEO Emeritus, Martin Engineering, explain some obstacles to training and the important elements of conveyor maintenance and safety training that help make bulk handling operations efficient and compliant.

AtoB@C Shipping adds six 5900 dwt eco-vessels to its fleet

AtoB@C Shipping continues its fleet renewal by adding six low-emission newbuildings to its fleet between 2025 and 2027 after securing long-term time charter contracts with German shipowner BAAS Shipping from Hamburg.