33 new LNG ships have been ordered so far this year, compared to 19 in the whole of 2017 and just six in 2016. Owners have been tempted by higher spot/short-term charter rates, still-low newbuilding prices and rapidly growing LNG trade. New LNG supply …
LNG ship orders pour in: Is it too little too late, or too much too soon? Read More »
Three of the marine sector’s major technology companies, WinGD, Wärtsilä and GTT, have agreed to collaborate in making the use of LNG (liquified natural gas) fuel a truly viable option for ship owners and operators. By combining their expertise and exp…
Industry frontrunners to collaborate in making ‘green’ propulsion a reality Read More »
ABS is pleased to confirm a world first – the successful conversion of a slow-speed marine diesel engine to operate on Ethane as a fuel. Navigator Gas, in partnership with Charterer Borealis, engine manufacturer MAN Energy Solutions, cargo system…
ABS-Classed Navigator Aurora in World First Ethane Fuel Conversion Read More »
Introduction Japanese automakers Toyota and Honda are renowned for their relentless focus on cost reduction through first class optimization of their supply chains. In August 2018, they are reporting improving profits while US automakers are issuing pr…
Making a fragmented and inefficient container industry more profitable through PortCDM Read More »
ABS and Crowley Maritime Corporation’s Jensen Maritime completed a pilot project using three-dimensional (3D) computer-aided design (CAD) models to support the class design review process. The innovative joint project, focused on tug and barge designs,…
ABS and Crowley Pilot Validates 3D Modeling Techniques to Meet Class Requirements Read More »