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DNV on green shipbuilding in India

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Image credit: Cochin Shipyard
Image credit: Cochin Shipyard

India is determined to join the world’s top shipbuilding and shipping nations. In DNV’s latest article, Pioneering high-tech, green shipbuilding in India, the classification society shares how DNV provides expertise and services to support India and Cochin Shipyard’s ambitious shipbuilding programme.

Cochin Shipyard in southern India is at the forefront of India’s maritime industry development programme, enjoying a reputation as a specialist in high-quality, high-tech, green shipbuilding. From sophisticated hybrid offshore support vessels to modern multipurpose ships and zero-emission ferries for European and Indian owners, the yard Continue reading “DNV on green shipbuilding in India”

Cashew nutshell marine biofuel warning sent out

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ships in Singapore and Rotterdam have recently reported issues after using cashew nutshell marine biofuel.
Ships in Singapore and Rotterdam have recently reported issues after using cashew nutshell marine biofuel.

Several ships in Singapore and Rotterdam have recently reported issues after using cashew nutshell marine biofuel.

Reported operational problems included fuel sludging, injector failure, filter clogging, system deposits and corrosion of turbocharger nozzle rings. CTI-Maritec carried out extended gas chromatography mass spectrometry testing for very low sulphur fuel oil samples from the vessels. The results showed the fuel was blended with Cashew Nutshell Liquid (CNSL) from undeclared source materials or production processes.

CNSL, a non-FAME biofuel, is a naturally occurring byproduct of the cashew nut industry and acts as a low-cost alternative renewable fuel. Continue reading “Cashew nutshell marine biofuel warning sent out”

DNV on upcoming expanded emissions regulations in Californian ports

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the DNV have expanded emissions regulations in Californian ports
the DNV have expanded emissions regulations in Californian ports

To reduce emissions from oceangoing vessels while in port, DNV have expanded emissions regulations. The 2020 CARB At-Berth Regulation will require tanker and Ro-Ro vessels to use a CARB Approved Emission Control Strategy (CAECS) while at berth in California ports starting from 1 January 2025.
And classification society DNV has released details on the forthcoming next phase of the regulation.
The 2020 At-Berth Regulation requires all oceangoing vessel operators and terminal operators to report each visit made to any California marine terminal. However, only container, refrigerated cargo and cruise vessels have emissions control requirements. Continue reading “DNV on upcoming expanded emissions regulations in Californian ports”

Steps in introducing EU MRV for the first time

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The amended EU Monitoring, Reporting and Verification (MRV) regulations will be extended to cover general cargo vessels
The amended EU Monitoring, Reporting and Verification (MRV) regulations will be extended to cover general cargo vessels

From next year, the amended EU Monitoring, Reporting and Verification (MRV) regulations will be extended to cover general cargo vessels with a gross tonnage of 400 to 5000 and offshore vessels of 400 GT and above.
The St. Vincent and the Grenadines Maritime Authority has issued a circular explaining the key changes, including steps for operators introducing EU MRV for the first time.
Currently, the EU MRV regulations applies to ships of 5,000 GT and above, regardless of their flag, conducting commercial voyages to or from ports in the European Economic Area (EEA). EEA includes EU plus Norway and Iceland.
It requires the per-voyage and yearly monitoring of CO2 emissions to a central database and an annual public disclosure Continue reading “Steps in introducing EU MRV for the first time”

DNV: How to identify false sulphur emissions readings

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vessels have encountered unexpected port state issues related to sulphur emissions limit exceedance
Vessels have encountered unexpected port state issues related to sulphur emissions limit exceedance

An increasing number of vessels have encountered unexpected port state issues related to sulphur emissions limit exceedance caused by inaccurate readings. These false measurement readings are often the result of poorly maintained exhaust gas analyzers. Classification DNV has guidance on the importance of calibration and maintenance routines, and of monitoring equipment performance.

Introduction
Malfunctions of SOx scrubbers or exhaust gas cleaning systems (EGCSs) that last more than one hour should be reported to the flag administration and the relevant port state administration. However, sometimes a malfunction may go undetected because the monitoring equipment does not register any increase in SO2 concentration. Often, the cause of false measurement readings is poor maintenance. Continue reading “DNV: How to identify false sulphur emissions readings”

New biosecurity requirements by New Zealand authorities

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New biosecurity requirements by New Zealand authorities
New biosecurity requirements by New Zealand authorities

New Zealand’s Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) is introducing the Biosecurity Pre-Arrival Report (PAR) for all commercial vessels calling in New Zealand starting 31 October 2024, replacing the current Master’s Declaration (MD) and Biofouling and Ballast Water Declaration (BBWD).

According to NorthStandard P&I Club, the PAR will not be mandatory for the first six months, during which MPI will still accept the MD and BBWD, but from 1 May 2025, it will become mandatory, and the old documentation will no longer be accepted. The PAR must be submitted at least 48 hours prior to arrival in New Zealand territorial waters. Continue reading “New biosecurity requirements by New Zealand authorities”

New MARPOL discharge regulations within Red Sea and Gulf of Aden

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MARPOL discharge regulations within Red Sea and Gulf of Aden
MARPOL discharge regulations within Red Sea and Gulf of Aden

Lloyd’s Register has announced upcoming restrictions regarding the discharge of garbage, oil, and oily mixtures within the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden Special Areas.
These new restrictions will come into effect from 1 January 2025.
This is the result of the following IMO Resolutions:
Resolution MEPC.381(80) – Establishes the discharge requirements of regulations 15.3, 15.5 and 34.3 to 34.5 of MARPOL Annex I in respect to the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden Special Areas in accordance with Regulation 38.8.1 of MARPOL Annex I.
Resolution MEPC.382(80) – Establishes the discharge requirements of Regulation 6 of MARPOL Annex V in respect to the Red Sea Special Area in accordance Continue reading “New MARPOL discharge regulations within Red Sea and Gulf of Aden”

Hazards when transporting biological liquid cargo

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NMA has issued an update following explosion
NMA has issued an update for transporting biological liquid cargo following explosion

The Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA) has issued an update for transporting biological liquid cargo following explosion after hot work was carried out near a vent from a tank containing fish silage.

Fish silage is fresh fish residue and formic acid. The acid conserves the residue and delays the process of decomposition. When organic material decomposes in environments where there is little air, hazardous gases may form. Continue reading “Hazards when transporting biological liquid cargo”

Maritime Battery Forum joint whitepaper published

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Maritime Battery Forum has published a joint whitepaper
Maritime Battery Forum has published a joint whitepaper

CIMAC and the Maritime Battery Forum have published a joint white paper on the environmental impact of batteries in deep-sea shipping.

The paper demonstrates that there is still potential for battery usage within the industry to support decarbonization. While it is Continue reading “Maritime Battery Forum joint whitepaper published”

Fourth MB92 report highlights urgency for yachting industry to tackle social sustainability

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Fourth MB92 report highlights urgency for yachting industry to tackle social sustainability
Fourth MB92 report highlights urgency for yachting industry to tackle social sustainability

Superyacht refit management specialists MB92 Group published today its fourth report designed to drive sustainable development in the superyacht industry: “People and the ocean – How the yachting industry is addressing the sustainability challenge with top talent”. The report, which focuses on the social pillar of ESG, reveals a relatively high level of inertia in this area, yet underscores it as an indispensable engine for the industry’s transition.

The report methodology combines insights from a panel of experts on social issues and sustainability in the yachting industry, alongside extensive research, including a quantitative Continue reading “Fourth MB92 report highlights urgency for yachting industry to tackle social sustainability”

New British Marine Decarbonisation Hub provides guidance on Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism

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British Marine Decarbonisation Hub provides guidance on Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism
British Marine Decarbonisation Hub provides guidance on Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism

The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism requires exporters to report greenhouse gas emissions for certain products entering the EU. As the implementation of the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism gathers pace, UK trade association British Marine says it is witnessing a surge in enquiries seeking guidance on meeting these new border requirements and how UK businesses can provide the relevant data to their EU-based customers.

To assist members in navigating the complexities of the new EU regulations impacting exporters of key marine components, British Marine Continue reading “New British Marine Decarbonisation Hub provides guidance on Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism”

ABS issues technical and operational advisory for methanol bunkering

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technical and operational advisory for methanol bunkering issued by ABS
Technical and operational advisory for methanol bunkering issued by ABS

The maritime industry faces several substantive challenges driven by increasingly stricter gaseous air emission legislation and increased efforts by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from ships. The adoption of low-flashpoint fuels and gases which can be produced from renewable and sustainable sources, such as methanol, is expected to become one of the means to meet those challenges.

Accordingly, owners, operators, designers and shipyards around the world are considering Continue reading “ABS issues technical and operational advisory for methanol bunkering”

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