In Denmark, global efforts to decarbonize shipping saw a 40% rise in green corridor initiatives in 2023, bringing the total to 62, but progress risks stalling due to the high costs of transitioning to zero-emission fuels, according to the Annual Progress Report on Green Shipping Corridors 2024, published on November 19 by the Global Maritime […]
In the Netherlands, Offshore Energy reported that Singapore’s Sembcorp Industries, through its subsidiary Sembcorp Utilities, has signed a joint development framework agreement (JDFA) with PT PLN Energi Primer Indonesia (EPI), a subsidiary of PT PLN (Persero), and PT Transportasi Gas Indonesia (TGI), a joint venture between PT Pertamina Gas Negara and Transasia Pipeline Company, to […]
In Chile, Mining.com reported that mining company Antofagasta will become the first mining company to use a hydrogen-powered locomotive in South America, as part of the firm’s efforts to develop alternatives to fossil fuels, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and make mining more sustainable. FCAB, the miner’s rail transport division, unveiled this week the hydrogen-powered train […]
At the 2024 Specialty Equipment Marketing Association Show in Las Vegas, Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit, Roush, and Regulator Marine revealed the world’s first hydrogen-powered outboard for recreational boats. The Yamaha H2 concept aims to lead a cleaner era for internal combustion engines in marine settings. “Why did we decide to exhibit at SEMA? Because […]
In Norway, TradeWinds reports Switch Maritime announced plans to order the first US-built hydrogen-powered RoPax ferry, with a design approved in Norway. This 80-car, 300-passenger vessel, using liquefied hydrogen, is part of Switch’s commitment to zero-carbon marine transportation. “With rigorous planning, state-of-the-art engineering and support from leading industry partners and the US Coast Guard, we […]
In Japan, Chiba University reported that researchers developed a new method for accurately detecting hydrogen with high sensitivity using tunable diode laser absorption spectroscopy “Hydrogen, a promising fuel, has extensive applications in many sectors. However, its safe and widespread use necessitates reliable sensing methods. While tunable diode laser absorption spectroscopy (TDLAS) has proved to be […]
In Canada, EverWind Fuels said it has been awarded $16 million through Transport Canada’s Green Shipping Corridor Fund, marking a significant milestone in establishing Atlantic Canada as a premier hub for green hydrogen and ammonia production and transportation. The firm noted that this strategic investment will support critical marine and shore-side infrastructure development at EverWind’s […]
In the Netherlands, Offshore Energy reported that Spanish company Matteco has closed a $16.3 million Series A investment round backed by a group of national and international family offices, including Grupo ASV (Spain), Napali (Chile) and Zubi (Spain), with the aim of boosting the production of its materials for green hydrogen. The report noted that […]
In Kansas, the University of Kansas (KU) reported that a recent funding of $5 million from the U.S. Department of Energy will enable KU and Avium — a startup firm founded by researchers from KU’s School of Engineering — to advance research to make clean hydrogen more affordable. According to the DoE, the work at […]
In Singapore, The Business Times reported that Senoko Energy signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Gentari, the renewable energy arm of Malaysia’s Petronas, to explore sustainable energy solutions in Singapore using hydrogen gas. Under the deal, both companies will explore the feasibility of importing hydrogen gas from Malaysia to Singapore through this collaboration. The […]
