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DNV: Regulatory uncertainty demands fleet strategies built for multiple futures

Regulatory uncertainty is increasing pressure on shipowners to make investment decisions that remain viable across multiple future scenarios. According to DNV’s 10th Maritime Forecast to 2050, stronger global regulatory signals could accelerate the uptake of energy-efficiency measures, enabling the global fleet to consume up to 25% less energy by 2050 compared to a scenario where ...

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GCMD outlines practical approach to quantity assurance in marine biofuel supply chains

The Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation (GCMD) today released its report, Quantity assurance in marine biofuel supply chains, outlining a practical approach to help shipowners verify that they…

  • GCMD publishes report on quantity assurance in marine biofuel supply chains
  • Mass flow meters preferred for custody transfer of fuel
  • Viscosity of blended fuel must be evaluated under actual transfer conditions

·hellenicshippingnews.com

Hormuz transits still limited even as Iran, Oman near deal; carriers eye return to Suez route

Vessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remined limited on Wednesday even as Iran and Oman were heard to be close to an agreement to manage traffic through the vital waterway, while some container…

  • Only five ships transited Strait of Hormuz on August 25, down from seven the previous day
  • Iranian Unilateral Scheme used by four ships, one sanctioned vessel
  • Partial resumption of Red Sea/Suez Canal route expected as Houthi threats persist

·hellenicshippingnews.com

Newbuilding Activity Still Strong

Ship owners have kept investing in more newbuildings over the past week. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Banchero Costa said that “newbuilding activity remained active this week, with…

  • International Seaways contracts four 65,000 dwt product tankers from K Shipbuilding.
  • Greek owner Minerva Dry orders two 3,100 teu container ships from Hengli Heavy Industries.
  • Centrofin Management places two orders for 6,000 teu container ships at Hengli Heavy Industries.

·hellenicshippingnews.com

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