LNG Shipping

Wärtsilä has launched a series of four new container feeder vessel designs, including one LNG-fuelled option.

The government is extending an incentive scheme to encourage ocean-going vessels to switch to low-sulfur marine fuel.

Wärtsilä has completed the acquisition of L-3 Marine Systems International.

The societies will collaborate on the development of a European standard for regulating the supply of LNG for ships.

The first ‘Dragon’ class liquid gas transport vessel has been delivered from China.

The patent describes arrangements and methods for transferring BOG between an LNG barge and its tug, while taking into account the relative motion between the two vessels.

Russia’s Sovcomflot reported an EBITDA of US$178.5 million for the first quarter of the year.

Höegh LNG has reported a total income of US$46.9 million for the first quarter of 2015.

The Port of Prince Rupert’s road, rail and utility corridor will unlock new terminal developments for Canada.

Marlink’s VSAT technology will be used to connect UASC’s LNG-ready ultra-large containerships.

The company plans to reduce the number of employees in its marine business by the end of 2015.

Crowley Maritime has announced the acquisition of crew management company Maritime Management Services.

The Panama Canal expansion programme will create a new lane of traffic, doubling the waterway's capacity.

From 1 June, the Port of Antwerp will grant a discount to vessels that use alternative technology to reduce particulate emissions.

The US House of Representatives has passed the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2015.