In The Netherlands, Offshore Energy reported Norway’s NuProShip project concluded its first phase on December 31, 2024, advancing research into zero-emission nuclear propulsion technologies for deep-sea shipping by evaluating three reactor concepts from the United States and Sweden. Led by shipbuilder VARD, the project also includes DNV, the Norwegian University of Science and Technology in […]
In Texas, the American Bureau of Shipping has published a groundbreaking report in Houston, exploring nuclear propulsion for liquefied natural gas carriers through a model using a high-temperature gas-cooled reactor. This study, conducted with Herbert Engineering Corporation, evaluated a 145,000m³ LNG carrier design, showcasing nuclear technology’s potential to provide faster transit speeds and zero-emission operations […]
In the UK, Superyacht News reports nuclear propulsion is gaining interest among yacht owners as a future power source, according to a new report from Lloyd’s Register, Fuel for Thought: Nuclear for Yachts. The report highlights how nuclear energy could revolutionize yachting, offering greater power, range, and sustainability, with some owners hoping to implement the […]
