Category: Shipping

Hamburg: Hapag-Lloyd calls for quick decision on Köhlbrand crossing

Hamburg: Hapag-Lloyd calls for quick decision on Köhlbrand crossing

Gepostet von | 10 Apr 2024 | , , | 0

Will the Köhlbrand Bridge in Hamburg harbour be replaced by a tunnel or a new bridge? Or can the old bridge perhaps be preserved, at least for cars? New construction without demolition A second Köhlbrand Bridge would be the most sensible solution in economic, ecological and architectural terms, says the Hamburg Monument Association. It has long been calling for a review of whether the old bridge can be preserved. Gunther Bonz, the former President of the Port of Hamburg Business Association, had previously stated that the old bridge might not have to be demolished in view of the changing route plans of container shipping companies such as Hapag-Lloyd and Maersk, thus reigniting the debate on the preservation of the old bridge....

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Methanol engines on the rise

Methanol engines on the rise

Gepostet von | 10 Apr 2024 | , , , | 0

Maritime Cluster Northern Germany presents a comprehensive market overview Methanol is well on its way to establishing itself as one of the most important fuel options alongside LNG and ammonia as well as bio-based fuels such as FAME due to its high potential for decarbonising shipping and protecting the environment. Decisions by major market players such as Maersk and X-Press Feeders to use methanol in new ships support this development. A few years ago, engines that could process methanol were virtually non-existent. Now, however, established engine manufacturers are increasingly opening up to this fuel and actively tapping into this market. In addition, there are more and more engines that are being retrofitted or are to be...

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Denmark - Shipowners' association fears end for Danish seafarers

Denmark - Shipowners' association fears end for Danish seafarers

Gepostet von | 9 Apr 2024 | , , , | 0

Danske Rederier (Danish Shipping), one of Denmark's oldest and most influential shipping organisations, has spoken out against a proposal to abolish tax breaks for Danish seafarers. Specifically, according to the Danish Shipowners' Association, this concerns a regulation that was introduced with broad government support in 1988 to secure the future of the Danish seafaring tradition. One of the provisions is that Danish and foreign seafarers on Danish ships do not have to pay tax on their wages. An expert committee commissioned by the government had drawn up proposals and alternatives for reducing subsidies. One of these proposals, which could save the government more than 276 million euros,...

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United European Car Carriers (UECC) drives CNSL forward

United European Car Carriers (UECC) drives CNSL forward

Gepostet von | 28 Mar 2024 | , , , | 1

It's all about sustainable fuels For years, the shipping company, which operates in the European short-haul business, has been making headlines for its endeavours to test alternative drives and fuels. LNG, dual fuel and battery technologies have all been used in the ships. HANSA Online reported in 2022 that UECC had the "most environmentally friendly fleet in Bremen's ports". The Norwegians have already won the "Bremen Ports Award" several times. UECC sees itself as a pioneer in sustainable ro-ro shipping. The Oslo-based company has now announced that it is working with industry giants such as the maritime consultancy organisation Lloyd's Register FOBAS, the engine manufacturer Wartsila and the biofuel supplier ACT Group on the use of biofuels.

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"Shadow fleet": Crude oil tanker involved in collision off Skagen

"Shadow fleet": Crude oil tanker involved in collision off Skagen

Gepostet von | 25 Mar 2024 | , , , | 0

A tanker from the Russian "shadow fleet" has been involved in a collision near Skagen, Denmark, once again highlighting known risks: ships on the world's oceans with unknown owners and maintenance conditions as well as a lack of insurance. Such ships for the transport of Russian crude oil and other oil products were purchased to circumvent the sanctions imposed by the USA, the European Union and the G7 group (oil price cap). Although there is no evidence of environmental pollution from the collision with the apparently unladen tanker, it is a renewed warning of the risks that the "shadow fleet" also poses in...

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