EMEA News

Chancellor Says UK Will Make Shale Gas Happen

"Shale gas is part of the future, and we will make it happen," despite opposition from environmentalists, says George Osborne.

27 Mar 2013

LNG Bunkering Vessel Launched in Stockholm

The vessel will provide LNG fuel to the LNG-powered cruise ship Viking Grace.

26 Mar 2013

Nigerian Company Looking to Buy Six LNG Carriers for $1.6 Billion

Samsung and Hyundai Heavy Industries say they are finalising plans for the carriers, contingent on financing.

25 Mar 2013

KPI Bridge Oil Appoints Group Credit Manager

Andrew Burton has over 7 years experience in credit and finance analysis.

25 Mar 2013

Shell Launches First 100% LNG Powered Barge

Shell says it anticipates a bright future for LNG as a fuel in both coastal and inland shipping.

22 Mar 2013

Abu Dhabi Ports Company Launches Marine Services Group

The new subsidiary will offer assistance for shipping lines that use the emirate's ports.

21 Mar 2013

Hapag-Lloyd Net Loss Up on Higher Bunker Bills

High bunker prices hurt the company's results in 2012 as rates failed to keep pace.

21 Mar 2013

EEA Says Reducing Fuel Use Best Way to Reduce Emissions

The European Environment Agency study argues that the industry must reduce both air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.

20 Mar 2013

Polish Shipyard Building "Largest Ever" Gas-Powered Ferry

The ferry, with a capacity of 550 people and 165 cars, will run solely on LNG, with CNG backup.

19 Mar 2013

GE: Electrification Helps Fuel Efficiency

GE Power Conversion supplied systems for the MSC Preziosa, which has now completed sea trials.

19 Mar 2013

Port of Antwerp Announces "Significant" LNG Bunkering Step

DNV are to develop procedures for its LNG bunkering operations and identify potential risks.

18 Mar 2013

Wärtsilä to Maintain LNG-powered Viking Grace Ferry

The company signed an agreement with Viking Line to maintain engines on the "environmentally friendly" cruise ship.

15 Mar 2013

D'Amico Plans to Order More Eco-Ships

The company says the product tanker market is improving, with balance returning to the market.

14 Mar 2013

EU Members Concerned About Plans for Clean Fuel Infrastructure

The plans call for an LNG bunkering infrastructure across 139 European ports by 2025.

14 Mar 2013

No Financing for Ukraine LNG Plant

The fate of a planned state-run terminal is in question after €221.9 million in loans did not arrive.

13 Mar 2013

Bunkering Coming to Oman Port

The port began commercial operations this week as part of the development of the Duqm Special Economic Zone.

12 Mar 2013

Report: Low-Sulfur Rules Could Hurt the UK

The shipping industry report says adoption of low-sulfur fuel will raise costs and hurt the environment.

12 Mar 2013

Zeebrugge Eyes LNG Bunkering, Cold Ironing

The port says it is planning several LNG pilot projects and considering the value of shore power projects.

11 Mar 2013

New Containership Fins Drop Fuel Use 4%

German shipping company Hamburg Süd says the installation of the fins is a first for the industry.

8 Mar 2013

Officials: Iran using Old Tankers to Avoid Sanctions

A Greek ship owner accused of helping the nation ship oil to China denies involvement.

1 Mar 2013