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

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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. First, it contains very little sulfur.

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Maersk sets net zero CO2 emission target by 2050

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Depending on future development, this could rise to 15% by 2050, according to a 2016 study by the Danish Shipowner’s Association (DSA) and UCL Energy Institute. Maersk is putting its efforts towards solving problems specific to maritime transport, as it calls for different solutions than automotive, rail and aviation.

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GL presents Approval in Principle to new TECHNOLOG LNG container vessel design

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At GL we see the development of LNG as a fuel for shipping as a key part of the industry’s drive to curb costs, reduce emissions, and remain the world’s most efficient means of transporting goods. meter beam allows passage through the existing Panama Canal locks. A Becker Marine rudder provides maximum maneuverability.

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Down to the wire for final round of public voting in DOE Apps for Vehicles challenge

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The round one finalists received a modest cash award and access to transportation industry leaders to help the teams develop the final versions of their products. Eight finalists were selected to move on to this second and final phase of the competition based on the business plans and product prototypes they submitted during the first phase.

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MHI completes development of new-generation LNG carrier; reductions in size and weight, with more capacity and 20% lower fuel consumption than conventional ships

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(MHI) has completed development of a new-generation liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier marking an evolutionary advance from Moss-type LNG carriers which use independent spherical storage tanks to transport NG. The EXTREM combines these advantages of Moss-type carriers with energy-saving features and higher LNG cargo transport capacity.

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DOE launching $80M Supertruck II initiative; 55% BTE; awards $12M for 3 medium- and heavy-duty plug-in projects

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Heavy-duty trucks consume about 20% of America’s total transportation fuel. As the backbone of domestic freight transportation, 18-wheelers haul 70% of all freight tonnage. Supertruck. Improving the fuel efficiency of these vehicles can go a long way to reducing dependency on oil and lowering carbon emissions.

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Automakers pray for raindrops in Central The us

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Provide chain logistics professionals are preserving a frightened optic at the skies over Panama — hoping for raindrops. Panama has been in a extreme drought for months. Might was once the driest future since 1950. A shortage of raindrops in Panama interprets to much less aqua streaming into Panama’s Gatun Pond.

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