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Timelapse of LNG Powered AIDAnova Cruise Ship construction. The LNG-powered AIDAnova cruise ship was a groundbreaking project in the shipbuilding industry, marking the first time a passenger vessel of its size and complexity was fueled entirely by liquefied natural gas (LNG). Construction of the AIDAnova began in 2017 at Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany, and the ship was delivered in 2018. Building a vessel of this size and complexity presented significant challenges for Meyer Werft, particularly in terms of its LNG propulsion system. LNG is a cleaner-burning fuel than traditional marine diesel, but it requires specialized handling and storage infrastructure. Meyer Werft had to construct a dedicated LNG storage tank and associated infrastructure at the shipyard to accommodate the AIDAnova's fuel requirements. #engineering #cruiseship #navy #marine #maritime #shipbuilding #vessel #vessels

KEELS LAID FOR KOTUG CANADA’S FUTURE METHANOL-FUELLED TUGS Kotug Canada, a partnership between Netherlands-based towage company Kotug International and Canada’s Horizon Maritime, recently held a ceremony to mark the laying of the keel of two new escort tugs that will be powered by methanol propulsion systems. Designed by Canadian naval architecture firm Robert Allan Ltd (RAL), the tugs will service the Trans Mountain Expansion Project that will transport crude and refined products via pipeline from Alberta to British Columbia. Deliveries of the vessels are scheduled to commence by the middle of 2025. The 44-metre tugs will escort tankers from the harbour limits of the Port of Vancouver to the open Pacific Ocean through the commercial shipping lanes of the Salish Sea. To provide this service, Kotug Canada has partnered with the Sc’ianew First Nation from Beecher Bay, strategically located along the shipping route. The tugs will be named SD Aisemaht and SD Qwii-Aan’c Sarah in honour of two notable figures of the Sc’ianew First Nation. https://bit.ly/3yfGfOO #methanol #sustainable #marine #maritime #efuel #futurefuel #energytransition #renewable #alternativefuel

KEELS LAID FOR KOTUG CANADA’S FUTURE METHANOL-FUELLED TUGS Kotug Canada, a partnership between Netherlands-based towage company Kotug International and Canada’s Horizon Maritime, recently held a ceremony to mark the laying of the keel of two new escort tugs that will be powered by methanol propulsion systems. Designed by Canadian naval architecture firm Robert Allan Ltd (RAL), the tugs will service the Trans Mountain Expansion Project that will transport crude and refined products via pipeline from Alberta to British Columbia. Deliveries of the vessels are scheduled to commence by the middle of 2025. The 44-metre tugs will escort tankers from the harbour limits of the Port of Vancouver to the open Pacific Ocean through the commercial shipping lanes of the Salish Sea. To provide this service, Kotug Canada has partnered with the Sc’ianew First Nation from Beecher Bay, strategically located along the shipping route. The tugs will be named SD Aisemaht and SD Qwii-Aan’c Sarah in honour of two notable figures of the Sc’ianew First Nation. https://bit.ly/3yfGfOO #methanol #sustainable #marine #maritime #efuel #futurefuel #energytransition #renewable #alternativefuel

KEELS LAID FOR KOTUG CANADA’S FUTURE METHANOL-FUELLED TUGS Kotug Canada, a partnership between Netherlands-based towage company Kotug International and Canada’s Horizon Maritime, recently held a ceremony to mark the laying of the keel of two new escort tugs that will be powered by methanol propulsion systems. Designed by Canadian naval architecture firm Robert Allan Ltd (RAL), the tugs will service the Trans Mountain Expansion Project that will transport crude and refined products via pipeline from Alberta to British Columbia. Deliveries of the vessels are scheduled to commence by the middle of 2025. The 44-metre tugs will escort tankers from the harbour limits of the Port of Vancouver to the open Pacific Ocean through the commercial shipping lanes of the Salish Sea. To provide this service, Kotug Canada has partnered with the Sc’ianew First Nation from Beecher Bay, strategically located along the shipping route. The tugs will be named SD Aisemaht and SD Qwii-Aan’c Sarah in honour of two notable figures of the Sc’ianew First Nation. https://bit.ly/3yfGfOO #methanol #sustainable #marine #maritime #efuel #futurefuel #energytransition #renewable #alternativefuel

The recent incident involving the capsizing of the Prestige Falcon once again underscores the critical importance of having seaworthy ships. My thoughts and condolences go out to the brave seamen who tragically lost their lives in this devastating accident. Seaworthiness is a fundamental concept that pertains to the overall quality and condition of a ship, allowing it to safely and effectively navigate and operate in the open sea. This crucial aspect encompasses various factors related to ship design, construction, and maintenance, all of which contribute to the vessel's ability to withstand the challenges and conditions of the maritime environment. It is essential to understand that seaworthiness is not a fixed state but rather a dynamic condition that necessitates ongoing monitoring, upkeep, and adherence to relevant regulations and industry standards. Ship owners, operators, and classification societies have a pivotal role in ensuring the seaworthiness of ships through regular inspections, surveys, and compliance with established norms and guidelines. #seafarer #maritime #oilandgas #shipping #safershipping #cleaneroceans

Dive into the World of Underwater Logistics! Did you know that logistics isn't just about trucks on roads and airplanes in the sky? Believe it or not, complex operations happen beneath the waves too! Submarines play a crucial role in transporting vast quantities of oil and natural gas across long distances. They navigate alongside underwater pipelines, ensuring a steady flow of these resources that power our world. This hidden world of underwater logistics is a fascinating example of the innovation and reach of the modern supply chain. #logistics #submarines #oilgas #supplychain #innovation #thinkdifferent #kerrylogistics #kerrylogisticsmiddleeast

Electric tugs are changing the #MarineIndustry, enhancing efficiency and environmental responsibility. 🌏⛴️Explore the world of high-tech tugs with insights from #ABB's #martime expert, Daniel Olsson in this article: https://ow.ly/576o50PXKpy #Marine #Decarbonization

Do You Know The Different Types Of Roll Stabilization Systems Used For Ships? Check out this article 👉 #RollStabilization #Ships #Shipping #Maritime #MarineInsight #Merchantnavy #Merchantmarine #MerchantnavyShips

"Meet the OCEANIA, the largest crude oil tanker in service today! 🚢 - Deadweight tonnage: 441,585 metric tons - Converted ULCC turned FSO (Floating Storage and Offloading units) - Holds the top position for size among today's fleet Did you know? Larger ships like the Seawise Giant once ruled the waters, but revised regulations led to the decline of ULCCs as active tankers. Only a handful remain working as floating storage and offloading units. The OCEANIA and her sister vessels represent an impressive feat of engineering, demonstrating the capabilities of naval architecture and shipbuilding. Their scale is a testament to human ingenuity and excess. #TheOceania #LargestTanker #Shipping #Maritime #ShippingIndustry

VESSEL REVIEW: Canadian towage company HaiSea Marine, a joint venture business formed by the Haisla Nation of British Columbia and local shipping line Seaspan, has taken delivery of two LNG-fuelled ASD tugs in a series that will be used primarily to escort gas carriers between the Pacific Ocean and British Columbia’s coastal waters. Built to a design by Vancouver-based naval architecture firm Robert Allan Ltd (RAL), the tugs have been named 'HaiSea Kermode' and 'HaiSea Warrior' by the Gitga’at First Nation of British Columbia. The vessels are notable for their dual-fuel propulsion that runs on both LNG and diesel, making them among the first LNG-fuelled tugs to be operated in Canada. Following delivery, the tugs have been put to use escorting gas carriers between the Pacific Ocean and LNG Canada’s new export terminal in British Columbia. The newbuilds each have a length of 40.2 metres (131.8 feet), a moulded beam of 16 metres (52.4 feet), a maximum draught of 7.1 metres (23.2 feet), a moulded depth of six metres (19.6 feet), a gross tonnage of 996, and a projected operational service life of 40 years. The dual-fuel propulsion delivers a bollard pull of more than 100 tonnes (98.4 tons). The propulsion also has the ability to generate indirect forces in escort of approximately 200 tonnes (196 tons). Full article link in comments.