article thumbnail

ICCT life-cycle analysis finds no climate benefit in using LNG as marine fuel

Green Car Congress

The results of a new analysis by the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) show that, when combined with a trend toward higher methane leakage and combustion slip, there is no climate benefit from using liquefied natural gas (LNG) as a marine fuel—regardless of the engine technology. —Pavlenko et al.

Mariner 427
article thumbnail

China Yuchai forms joint venture in Beijing to develop fuel cell powertrain systems

Green Car Congress

China Yuchai International, a leading manufacturer and distributor of engines for on- and off-road applications in China through its main operating subsidiary, Guangxi Yuchai Machinery Company Limited (GYMCL), announced that its subsidiary Yuchai Xin-Lan New Energy Power Technology Co.,

China 199
article thumbnail

Cargill, BAR Technologies testing WindWings on cargo vessel

Green Car Congress

Produced by industrialization partner Yara Marine Technologies, the WindWings are expected to generate average fuel savings of up to 30% on new build vessels, which could be even higher if used in combination with alternative fuels. meters in height that can be fitted to the deck of cargo ships to harness the power of wind.

Mariner 195
article thumbnail

LR and partners launch Silk Alliance to develop Green Corridor Cluster beginning with intra-Asia container trade

Green Car Congress

Pacific International Lines (Pte) Ltd (PIL), Wan Hai Lines, X-Press Feeders, Yang Ming Marine Transport Corp.; Initiated by the Lloyd’s Register Maritime Decarbonization Hub, The Silk Alliance brings together a diverse group of organizations whose collaboration can advance the decarbonization of the maritime industry.

Asia 186
article thumbnail

Antolin unveils sustainable tech solutions at Beijing Motor Show | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

Antolin is exhibiting its latest innovations aimed at transforming automotive interiors with sustainability in mind at the 18th Beijing International Auto Show, taking place at the China International Exhibition Center in Beijing from April 25 to May 4.

Motor 52
article thumbnail

Ricardo awarded design upgrade contract for 240mm bore engine by China’s YCSR; locomotive, marine and off-highway

Green Car Congress

In addition to its current application in railway locomotives, the upgraded engine may also be used for marine and off-highway applications. A further fundamental challenge of the program is that it must be carried out to a tight schedule mandated by the China Ministry of Railways. —Gary Tan, president, Ricardo Asia.

Mariner 218
article thumbnail

International study finds air pollution leads to millions of hospital visits for asthma attacks worldwide

Green Car Congress

The largest impacts were estimated in China and India. Other key findings include: About half of the asthma emergency room visits attributed to dirty air were estimated to occur in South and East Asian countries, notably India and China. Remaining impacts were attributable to naturally occurring ozone precursor emissions (e.g.,

Pollution 207