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GNV orders four LNG ropax ferries

1 week ago | rivieramm.com | Rebecca Moore

This order, combined with the previous one, means the company is expanding its fleet with eight new units between 2025 and 2030. A statement on LinkedIn said work will begin in 2026, with the first ship delivered within the first months of 2028 and the following vessels every six months.
Maersk to deploy private wireless for real-time cargo tracking

1 week ago | rivieramm.com | Rebecca Moore

Maersk has signed a contract with Nokia for its OneWireless solution, which includes benefits ranging from real-time cargo tracking, enhanced supply chain visibility, and improved operational efficiency. The unified mobile network powered by Nokia’s radio portfolio is designed to support numerous IoT devices and secure interoperability between private and public networks, ensuring Maersk customers’ cargo is reliably monitored at sea, port, or land.
Stena Line powers ferries with hydrogen-based electricity in pilot test

1 week ago | rivieramm.com | Rebecca Moore

As part of a two-week pilot project, a hydrogen-powered generator has been connected to Stena Line’s existing shore power facility at the Port of Gothenburg. Using green hydrogen as fuel, the generator supplied electricity to Stena Germanica and Stena Scandinavica while docked. "At Stena Line, we are eager to collaborate to test new technologies aimed at reducing emissions from our industry.
‘Making history’: Incat launches world’s largest battery-electric ship

2 weeks ago | rivieramm.com | Rebecca Moore

Hundreds gathered at the Incat shipyard in Hobart this week to witness the launch of the world’s largest battery-electric ship. Constructed for South American ferry operator Buquebus, Hull 096 is the most significant vessel ever built by Incat. When it enters service between Buenos Aires and Uruguay, it will operate entirely on battery-electric power, carrying up to 2,100 passengers and 225 vehicles across the River Plate.
Batteries selected for Matson’s LNG-powered container ships

2 weeks ago | rivieramm.com | Rebecca Moore

With a carrying capacity of 3,600 TEU, the 260-m Matson Aloha-class vessels are the largest container ships built in the United States. Matson is expanding its fleet of two Aloha-class vessels with the addition of three, new Jones Act-compliant container ships. The vessels will feature a next-generation, LNG-ready design which is optimised for energy efficiency and emissions reduction.
Wasaline greenlights largest marine battery retrofit project to date

2 weeks ago | rivieramm.com | Rebecca Moore

The project will see Andorra-headquartered AYK Energy install a 10.4-MWh battery on Aurora Botnia, which operates a daily service between Finland and Sweden. Built in 2021, Aurora Botnia presently operates on dual-fuel LNG/biomass engines and 2.2-MWh batteries. The upgrade – to a battery system nearly five times more powerful – is expected to slash fossil energy use by around 10,000 MWh annually, cutting emissions by nearly a quarter each year.
Advancing decking systems in cruise ships

2 weeks ago | rivieramm.com | Rebecca Moore

Bolidt has launched Bolideck Future Teak Signature Premium – a decking system which aims to set new standards in authenticity as an alternative to real teak. Using a blend of colours to recreate the natural patterns of the highest quality teak, Bolidt began developing Bolideck Signature Premium together with the Accor Group’s Orient Express in 2023.
Study confirms barnacle biofouling is a big burden

2 weeks ago | rivieramm.com | Rebecca Moore

The reality of the barnacle biofouling burden on the global shipping fleet has been determined, with findings from an extensive analysis of hull condition across a large group of ships. A new research study titled How much could barnacles limit shipping’s decarbonisation?
Women in Maritime Today: Elin Saltkjel says no day working in maritime is dull

3 weeks ago | rivieramm.com | Rebecca Moore

What inspired you to pursue a career in the marine industry? My father was a chief engineer. I grew up with him always bringing us gifts and showing photos from all over the world and I thought his work was super exotic. We visited him on ships sometimes, and I liked the sounds and smells and the atmosphere. I guess I romanticised shipping.
Oceania Allura: a ‘thoughtful’ evolution of Oceania Vista

3 weeks ago | rivieramm.com | Rebecca Moore

Oceania Allura builds on the success of its sister ship by advancing technical aspects and the passenger experience Oceania Cruises’ newbuild Oceania Allura is an evolution of its sister ship Oceania Vista, both in terms of technical and guest experience enhancements. Fincantieri built the cruise ship, which is scheduled to begin its maiden voyage in July this year. The second of the Allura-class vessels, Oceania Allura carries 1,200 passengers at full capacity with 800 crew.