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FEBRUARY 21, 2019

Ballard Power Systems is participating in the H2PORTS project, which is aimed at facilitating a rapid transition at European ports from fossil fuels to low-carbon, zero-emission alternatives based on hydrogen and fuel cells. —Jesper Themsen, President and CEO of Ballard Power Systems Europe A/S.

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Alternative Fuels Hydrogen Fuel Mariner 302

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NOVEMBER 4, 2019

SEALNG, the multi-sector industry coalition accelerating the widespread adoption of liquefied natural gas (LNG) as a marine fuel, welcomed Canadian LNG provider FortisBC to the growing coalition. FortisBC brings to the coalition nearly 50 years’ experience in LNG production in Western Canada.

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APRIL 26, 2023

Singapore—based Berge Bulk, one of the world’s leading independent dry bulk shipping companies, and ABS signed a joint project agreement to conduct a detailed feasibility study for the conversion of methanol-fueled propulsion system and aim to kickstart in Q1 2024. Wiernicki, ABS Chairman, President and CEO Wind power.

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Fuel Wind Mariner Conversion 293

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JUNE 8, 2021

(CMAL) to partner in designing a hydrogen fuel-cell sea-going passenger and car ferry—a first for Europe. The HySeas III string test will consist of the following components: Fuel cell system (consisting of 6 100kW Ballard HD-100 fuel cells). This is part of HYSEAS III , a Horizon 2020 funded project ( earlier post ).

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Hydrogen Design Fuel Mariner 436

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MARCH 18, 2022

Wärtsilä has developed a dedicated fuel supply system for methanol—MethanolPac—as interest grows in the methanol pathway to decarbonize shpping. The MethanolPac fuel supply system and Wärtsilä 32 Methanol engine comprise a full solution for methanol in marine applications. © Wärtsilä Corporation. Earlier post.)

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Supplies Fuel Mariner Engine 259

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SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

a developer of energy-dense ammonia power solutions ( earlier post ), and Amon Maritime, an ammonia-powered shipping and technology company, signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to advance carbon-free, ammonia power solutions for the global shipping industry. Amogy Inc.,

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

The latest addition to its four-stroke engine portfolio, the dual-fuel engine is capable of running on LNG, diesel and HFO as well as a number of more sustainable fuels including biofuel blends and synthetic natural gas. Fuel flexibility and efficiency are the key features. Power output per cyl. (kW Marine applications.

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Engine Fuel Mariner Diesel 195

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NOVEMBER 16, 2019

Recently, DNV GL identified the five most promising alternative fuels for shipping, with hydrogen as the ultimate zero-emission solution. The first complete hydrogen-fueled prospect has now been assembled by Ulstein Design & Solutions BV and Nedstack Fuel Cell Technology BV. —Tore Ulstein, deputy CEO, Ulstein Group.

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Hydrogen Fuel Mariner Emissions 268

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DECEMBER 19, 2020

The technology group Wärtsilä and Grieg Edge, the innovation hub of Norwegian shipping group Grieg Star, are jointly running a project to launch an ammonia-fueled tanker producing no greenhouse gas emissions by 2024. Ship owners operating LNG-fueled vessels represent a significant source of potential customers.

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AUGUST 22, 2023

meters in height that can be fitted to the deck of cargo ships to harness the power of wind. 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.

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Mariner Wind Alternative Fuels Mitsubishi 195

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JUNE 30, 2014

Mermaid Marine is offering the Citius series of heavy-duty marine engines from AGCO SISU Power—the only common rail engine available approved to run on 100% biodiesel with no compromise in performance. —Mermaid Marine sales executive Julian Osborne.

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Mariner Engine Finland Alternative Fuels 218

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JANUARY 29, 2014

Well-to-Propeller GHG emissions results for marine alternative fuels. DNV GL has released a position paper on the future alternative fuel mix for global shipping. Shipping must change, and we must contribute technical measures, operational measures and alternative fuels to meet the challenges we are tackling.

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Alternative Fuels Fuel Gas-Electric Mariner 231

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JULY 14, 2023

The deal includes an order for three of Wabtec’s FLXdrive battery locomotives and a collaboration to test ammonia as a potential clean, alternative fuel to replace diesel. Among the advantages of ammonia is the fact that it allows the locomotive a longer range than other carbon-free fuels.

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DECEMBER 5, 2019

This latest development follows the first fueling of a container ship with sustainable biofuel, when the CMA CGM White Shark took on the bunker during a call at the Port of Rotterdam in March 2019. Both applications of the Bio-Fuel Oil showed a positive result, thus proving the technical compatibility of sustainable marine biofuels.

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2019 Oil Fuel Mariner 195

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Their paper is published in the journal Fuel. The US Navy is … interested in alternative fuels for blending with marine diesel NATO F-76 in order to decrease reliance on fossil resources and increase energy security. As such, NERFs are more likely to meet the specifications of alternative fuels.

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Hawaii Mariner Diesel Alternative Fuels 207

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AUGUST 20, 2023

Moller-Maersk, has launched the second phase of its project to design the world’s first methanol hybrid fuel cell (MHFC) tug. to design the first methanol hybrid fuel cell (MHFC) tug. Secondary methanol-fueled generators will provide backup power if required without the need for a secondary fuel.

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Design Fuel Hybrid Sweden 195

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FEBRUARY 1, 2019

The new ME-LGIP (-Liquid Gas Injection Propane) engine, revealed in September 2018, builds on the success the company has had with its ME-GI and ME-LGI dual-fuel engines, which have won more than 250 orders since their introduction to the market. LGIP engine.

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Chinese Fuel Power Powered 317

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JANUARY 25, 2022

The technology group Wärtsilä has received its first order for newbuild methanol-fueled engines. A new Offshore Wind Installation Vessel (WIV) being built for Dutch contracting company Van Oord at Yantai CIMC Raffles shipyard in China will be powered by five Wärtsilä 32 engines capable of operating with methanol. Source: Wärtsilä.

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Engine Mariner Wind Alternative Fuels 366

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FEBRUARY 28, 2021

Deltamarin introduced the new LNG-powered Kielmax container vessel of the C.Delta series, C.Delta2100. This new design is based on extensive research and development work to establish the best-in-class design in terms of cargo capacity, flexibility and fuel economy, as well as the proven performance of the built Polar Code C.Delta2150 design.

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MARCH 24, 2023

The Council of the EU and the European Parliament reached provisional political agreement on green shipping fuels regulations. Broadly, ships will be required to switch increasingly to sustainable fuels and at least 2% of the bloc’s shipping fuels will need to come from e-fuels derived from renewable electricity by 2034 at the latest.

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Fuel Green Renewable Alternative Fuels 225

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JUNE 1, 2023

The order represents a number of firsts, including the first order globally for the S60ME-LGIM variant, the first methanol-fueled engine for a PCTC, and the first Chinese-built methanol engine. The engines will feature MAN Energy Solutions’ proprietary EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) system.

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Engine China Industrial Industry 221

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AUGUST 25, 2010

Jasper Alternate Fuels, a division of Jasper Engines & Transmissions, has signed an agreement with Icom North America to install and service Icom’s patented JTG propane liquid-injection fuel system on commercial fleet vehicles in North America. It offers alternative fuel systems for vehicle fleets of any size.

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Alternative Fuels Engine North America Fuel 186

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2015

and Fuel Systems Solutions, Inc. have entered into a merger agreement to create a premier alternative fuel vehicle and engine company. Following closing, existing Westport shareholders will hold approximately 64% of the combined company and Fuel Systems shareholders 36% of the combined company on a fully diluted basis.

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Alternative Fuels Fuel Companies Engine 150

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MARCH 7, 2021

The EU should promote the use of green hydrogen and ammonia by ships as part of its upcoming maritime fuel law, major shipping industry players and environmentalists have told the European Commission. The FuelEU Maritime initiative will require ships carrying EU trade to progressively switch to sustainable alternative fuels.

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Hydrogen Green Industrial Industry 360

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AUGUST 4, 2023

The IDTechEx report “ Electric Boats & Ships 2024-2044 ” provides granular 20-year forecasts in unit sales, battery demand (GWh) & battery market value ($ billion) for electric ferry, electric cargo/container, electric Ro-Ro, electric cruise, electric OSV, electric tugboat and electric recreational boats by power class ( 25kW).

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MARCH 20, 2013

With an annual fuel bill of US$7 billion for vessel operations, the Mærsk Group continually considers ways to reduce its bunker fuel consumption. Greater efficiency is the primary way of achieving this; alternative fuels are another. —Jacob Sterling, head of Environment and CSR, Mærsk Line. Earlier post.).

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Mariner 2012 Oil Fuel 261

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JANUARY 25, 2011

If the US military increases its use of alternative jet and naval fuels that can be produced from coal or various renewable resources, including seed oils, waste oils and algae, there will be no direct benefit to the nation’s armed forces, according to a new RAND Corporation study. ” —James Bartis, lead author.

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FEBRUARY 18, 2016

will collaborate with New Eagle, a vehicle integrator and supplier of hybrid and electric drive control system technologies and hardware for a variety of vehicle classes and applications as well as electric marine propulsion solutions. UQM Technologies Inc.

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Mariner Commercial Hybrid Alternative Fuels 150

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OCTOBER 6, 2016

From 2019, Volkswagen Group Logistics will use two LNG-powered charter vessels from Siem Car Carriers AS, making it one of the first automakers to opt for low-emission LNG-powered vessels for the marine transport of vehicles. Compared with other means of transport, marine shipping is one of the most efficient possibilities.

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Fuel Mariner Cars North America 210

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SEPTEMBER 4, 2022

This, in turn, means that an increasing number of alternative-fueled vehicles are transported on roll-on/roll-off (ro-ro) ferries. This, in combination with the particular characteristics of and risks associated with alternative-fueled vehicles, means that shipping companies and ship crews must be prepared for certain challenges.

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Transportation Alternative Fuels Gas-Electric Gas 195

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JULY 19, 2023

Swiss marine power company WinGD says it is on track to deliver its first X-DF-A dual-fuel ammonia engines by the first quarter of 2025, with the first X-DF-A powered vessels in service from 2026. WinGD has disclosed ammonia fuel technology developments involving two shipowners. Earlier post.) Earlier post.)

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Engine Malaysia Mariner Concept 150

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JULY 22, 2022

The funding will focus on expanding electric vehicle (EV) charging accessibility, create cleaner non-road vehicles through electrification and the use of alternative fuels, and develop electric drive components and materials to maximize EV efficiency and affordability. Advancing Innovation in Electric Drive Components and Materials.

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MAY 9, 2012

million in funding for projects that demonstrate criteria pollutant emissions or carbon emissions reductions from marine vessels through repowering, re-engining or installation of other pollution reduction technologies, or the use of alternative fuel/energy. MARAD will not fund more than 75% of the total cost of the project.

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JUNE 15, 2013

The second ( DTMA-91-R-2013-0009 ) will award up to $500,000 for a comprehensive study on the issues associated with the bunkering (supplying a ship with fuel) of LNG for marine vessels. Shoreside equipment upgrades or shore power projects are not eligible for funding. Earlier post.). Bunkering study.

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Mariner Emissions Alternative Fuels Gas 170

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

The Fund will invest to support the industrial production of new fuels, as well as low-emission mobility solutions across the Group’s business base (maritime, overland and air freight shipping; port and logistics services; offices). Port equipment in use will be electrified more quickly wherever feasible and effective.

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OCTOBER 7, 2014

Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) recently opened a new high-horsepower engine dynamometer facility to improve its engine research and evaluation services to industries that use engines up to 7,000 horsepower for applications in transportation, pipelines and power generation. The new facility features two 7,000 hp test cells.

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San Antonio Mariner Industrial Industry 220

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JUNE 10, 2010

have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding to form a new partnership that will serve as a platform to test, develop and market BioOil (Dynamotive’s fast-pyrolysis oil) for application in stationary and marine slow- and/or medium-speed diesels globally. (MES), and Dynamotive Energy Systems Corp. Earlier post.).

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Alternative Fuels Engine Diesel Mariner 199