Norway-based classification society DNV has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with South Korea’s HD Hyundai Mipo (HMD) and HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (KSOE) on new standards for using digital twins to test electric propulsion systems.
DEMCON Unmanned Systems has become the first unmanned surface vessel (USV) developer and manufacturer in the Netherlands to obtain the DNV Type Approval certification for its DUS V5750 USV. According to DEMCON Unmanned Systems, the DUS V5750 USV received certification under the DNV Standard Craft (
China’s shipping player COSCO Shipping Lines and Hong Kong’s independent not-for-profit technology consortium Global Shipping Business Network (GSBN) have unpacked a new pilot focused on ‘enhancing’ the sharing of digital documents and certificates for dangerous and critical cargo transportation. GS
Norway-based classification society DNV has launched a new family of class notations that aim to provide a framework for how remote/autonomous ships can achieve “equivalent or higher” safety compared to conventional vessels. Dubbed the Autonomous and Remotely Operated Ships (AROS) notations, the fra
HD KSOE has obtained approvals in principle (AiPs) from LR, ABS, DNV and KR for its vacuum insulation system for liquid hydrogen (LH2) storage tanks.
South Korea’s shipbuilder K Shipbuilding (KSB) has recently received the go-ahead for an ammonia dual-fuel medium-range petrochemical carrier from the classification society American Bureau of Shipping (ABS). As disclosed, the South Korean maritime industry player secured the green light via an appr
South Korean HJ Shipbuilding & Construction (HJSC) has obtained approval in principle (AiP) from the classification society Lloyd’s Register (LR) for the design concept of an 88,000 cbm next-generation eco-friendly very large ammonia carrier (VLAC).
Italy-headquartered cable systems giant Prysmian has obtained certification for gender equality, awarded by RINA, a multinational certification group. This highlights its progress in fostering inclusivity and diversity across its Italian operations, including Prysmian Spa and EOSS. According to Prys
The Port of Barcelona has become the first port in the Mediterranean and one of the first in the world to use ISO 14064 to calculate the carbon footprint of all activities carried out in the port territory.
Japan’s shipping heavyweight Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) has received third-party certification for its book and claim service for pure car carriers following an audit by compatriot classification society Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (ClassNK). It is understood that this is the first time that ClassNK has gran
Wison New Energies has obtained approval in principle (AiP) from the classification society Bureau Veritas (BV) for the front-end engineering and design (FEED) of its standardized floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) unit.
Aiming to “positively contribute” to a sustainable future in the San Francisco Bay Area, public ferry service provider San Francisco Bay Ferry (SF Bay Ferry) has joined Green Marine, an environmental certification program for the North American maritime industry. As disclosed, in order to obtain the
The market for biodegradable lubricants is continuously evolving and plays a crucial role in national and European objectives to reduce the risks of environmental pollution. A key player in this innovative market is Van Meeuwen Lubrication, an internationally operating family business that provides
Finland-based provider of mobile emission monitoring services Aeromon has received international accreditation for its technology enabling the monitoring and analysis of airborne greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
