News and Knowledge

01/03/2023

First Ever Net-Zero Voyage Fuelled by Bio-Ethanol Completed

The world’s first ever net-zero voyage fuelled by bio-ethanol has been completed. The vessel, Cajun Sun, began its journey at Geismar in the U.S., and finished at Antwerp, Belgium.

24/02/2023

HMM Orders Nine Methanol-Fuelled Containerships

The case for alternative marine fuels has taken another step forward, with South Korea’s HMM (formerly known as Hyundai Merchant Marine) placing an order for nine methanol-fuelled...

22/02/2023

Stena Line and Peel Ports Agree New Deal for 12 Quays Port and Ferry Terminal

Stena Line - one of Europe’s largest ferry route and port operators - has signed a new deal with Peel Ports to operate their 12 Quays port and ferry terminal until the beginning of...

15/02/2023

Port of Liverpool Named UK’s Top Logistics Hub

A survey conducted by property consultancy Knight Frank has named the Port of Liverpool as the top port-centric logistics hub in the United Kingdom.

14/02/2023

South Korean Industrial Action and Labour Shortages Crippling the Shipbuilding Industry

The South Korean shipbuilding industry has been in talks with labour unions for the better part of 2022 and into 2023. But without concrete outcome, it is facing growing challenges...

10/02/2023

What is Tribology ?

Mention the word ‘tribology’ to most people, and you’ll likely be met with a blank stare in response. However, the discipline of tribology is something that many people rely on...

06/02/2023

Environmental Group Seeks New Measures to Tackle Underwater Noise

The Clean Arctic Alliance has called for the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) to take action to address underwater noise from shipping.

03/02/2023

Unit45 and H.Essers Develop New Diesel-Electric Reefer

Leading developer of 45ft containers, Unit45 has teamed up with supply chain experts H.Essers to develop a novel diesel-electric reefer (refrigerated container).

31/01/2023

Brookes Bell Acquires Industry-Leading Tribology Consultancy

Brookes Bell has this week announced the acquisition of Neale Consulting Engineers - a leading provider of tribology consultancy services