Technology group Wärtsilä has been contracted by EnergyAustralia to deliver 350 MW / 1474 MWh of capacity to the Wooreen Energy Storage System (WESS) in Victoria, Australia. This pivotal project is set to enhance Australia’s infrastructure by providing essential grid stability and supporting the integration of renewable energy, aligning with the country’s ambitious decarbonisation goals…. Read More
The city of Copenhagen has a total of nine Damen vessels operating in its waters: six hybrid waterbuses and three fully electric city ferries. Before 2030, the hybrid vessels that currently sail on low carbon fuel (50% HVO) will go through a transition to fully electric propulsion after which they will charge with renewable energy through… Read More
The groundbreaking program is a result of close cooperation between JMU and BMT. BMT will provide Caimen landing craft design, and the production design and construction of the vessels will be carried out at JMU’s facilities in Japan. The design of the next-generation high-speed landing craft will incorporate modern features. At approximately 30 meters in… Read More
Independent assessment marks second verification for air lubrication system The Damen Air Cavity System (DACS) has once again demonstrated its fuel saving credentials during an independent verification undertaken by Lloyd’s Register. DACS’ efficiency boosting potential had earlier been confirmed by classification society RINA. These latest findings offer valuable evidence of the potential of air lubrication technology to… Read More
In focus: ✔ RSD-E Tug 2513 ✔ Zero emission tug ✔ Electric tug ✔ Sustainability As technology advances and sustainability becomes more widely adopted, among other actions global ports are looking to adopt sustainable alternatives to conventional tugs. Sparky was the very first electric tug on the market and remains a frontrunner for tug operators looking for… Read More
