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ONLY 1 WEEK LEFT UNTIL THE FIRST SESSION - Join us for the online panel discussion, "FuelEU Maritime: The Countdown for Optimizing Bunker Procurement," on June 20, 2024. This session will cover #FuelEU Maritime, the impact on bunker fuel procurement, global implications, and future outlook, as well as technological innovations and infrastructure. REGISTRATION IS FREE: https://lnkd.in/eUFV4duu Topics to be discussed: • Understanding #FuelEU Maritime: An Overview • Market Dynamics: Impact on Bunker Fuel Procurement • Technological Innovations and Infrastructure: Meeting the Compliance Standards • Global Implications and Future Outlook Panellists: • Risto-Juhani Kariranta-Juhani, Founder, Ahti Consulting (Moderator) • James Helliwell, Decarbonisation Manager, V.Group • Daejin Lee, Global Head of Research, FertiStream • Capt. Samir Fernandez, Director – Marine Fuel Solutions, CEPSA Join us for engaging panel discussions and interactive polls! #FuelEU #euets #maritime #decarbonization #EEXI #shipping

Our Americas Executive Manager, Gonzalo Mera Truffini, is set to present at the Inter-American Committee on Ports (CIP) and Organización de los Estados Americanos (OEA)’s VI Hemispheric Conference on Logistics, Innovation, and Competitiveness conference on January 18th. Gonzalo will delve into the topic of harnessing energy efficiency by embracing the digitalisation of terminal operations. A need for cleaner and more efficient energy sources has resulted in an increased demand for LNG/LPG products. This, combined with a disruption in global traffic due to Russian sanctions, has put additional strain on terminals already operating at full capacity. As a result, the demand for terminal facilities has reached an unprecedented high. As the industry seeks more efficient and digitalised operations, terminal operators are facing an increasing number of complex challenges. The Americas is taking great strides to enhance energy and operational efficiency through a series of high-impact initiatives. The conference explores the ability of terminals to improve efficiency and reduce energy expenditure through a reduction in operational time. These initiatives underscore the region's commitment to ensuring the safety and sustainability of its maritime activities. Through strategic collaboration, terminal operational efficiency can be significantly enhanced. By sharing resources, expertise, and innovative ideas, stakeholders can streamline processes, reduce downtime, and increase throughput. MIS Marine's Marine Terminal Operations system provides comprehensive support throughout the entire vessel call lifecycle. From scheduling and compatibility analysis to cargo transfer monitoring and reporting, we understand and effectively address the challenges associated with vessel calls. To learn more about our commitment to improving terminal operations and our collaboration with the industry, please visit: www.mismarine.com/mto #marineterminals #terminaldigitalisation #maritimecollaboration #energyefficiency

🌊 Embarking on the Future of Maritime Trade! 🚢 One of our recent endeavours led by RINA explores the dynamics of global #trade, envisioning the evolution of #maritime #cargo blends and the rise of #liquidhydrogen #transportation. 📈 With meticulous analysis, we have examined the LNG market as a precursor, considering its similarities in #cryogenic onboard #storage. 🛳️ But there's more! We have also considered critical constraints of #traderoutes such as the Suez and Panama Canals, along with LNG terminals, to grasp their impact on liquid hydrogen vessel operations. 💡 In a productive workshop, we delved into technical, economic, and time-related boundaries, uncovering their interconnectedness and significance. 🔍 All these insights have been carefully compiled and projected to illuminate the future of LH2 trade markets and routes. Eager to delve deeper? 💫 Now you can explore further at: 🔗https://lnkd.in/dv_FkA4Q 📊 This invaluable resource contains information from our project’s deliverables. Dive in and explore the future of maritime trade! This project has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon Europe research and innovation program under grant agreement no. 101111972. UK participation in LH2CRAFT Project is funded by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) under the UK government’s Horizon Europe guarantee [grant-numbers 10082044 and 10070575]. #MaritimeTrade #LiquidHydrogen #LH2CRAFT #GlobalTradeAnalysis

Thun Reliance is the second in the Resource Efficiency series of tankers from Ferus Smit. #RivieraMaritimeMedia #tankers #vessel #maritime #marinefuel #emissionsreduction #digitaltransformation #CII #EEXI #SIRE2.0 #multifueltanker #shippingtrade #innovations #sustainability #environmentalperformance #shipfinance #sustainability #zerocarbonshipping #seafarers #IPTC2024

Excited to be part of tomorrow's panel discussion on "FuelEU Maritime: The Countdown to Optimizing Bunker Procurement!" Looking forward to insightful discussions with industry experts on the panel and engaging with the audience. Don't miss out! #MaritimeIndustry #ShippingIndustry #SustainableShipping #ZeroEmissionShipping #EnergyTransition #FuelEU

Poland’s gas transmission system operator, GAZ-SYSTEM, the project developer and operator of the country’s future liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal in the port of Gdańsk, has signed a long-term time charter party (TCP) agreement for a floating storage and regasification unit (FSRU) with a subsidiary of Japan’s shipping major Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. Following GAZ-SYSTEM announcement that BW Group and Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. were the two main contenders for the #FSRU last November, the latter emerged as the winner at the end of January. With an estimated #regasification capacity of 6.1 bcm of gaseous fuel per year, the #FSRU’s entire #regasification capacity has already been booked. The project entails the construction of a new floating #LNG receiving terminal approximately three kilometers off the coast of the Polish port of #Gdańsk. Once the construction at South Korea’s HD Hyundai Heavy Industries shipyard is complete, which is expected in 2027, the #FSRU will be managed by the Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. Aside from playing an important role in the terminal as a receiving and storage facility, the vessel will also help strengthen Poland’s #energy #security as the country’s first #FSRU. This project is also perceived to be of great interest to #Europe. In line with this, the EU has designated it in its #Energy #Infrastructure #Regulation as a “project of common interest”, or an infrastructure development project that contributes at a regional level. As a result, it received financial assistance from the European Commission for pre-investment works for the offshore part of the project. Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. recently launched commercial operations for an #FSRU in West Java, Indonesia, part of a project described as Asia’s first gas-to-power project using #FSRU, electric generation, and gas-related facilities developed in an integrated manner. The firm also received another transition-linked loan last month as part of its #decarbonization efforts while a previous loan was used for the construction of an #LNG-powered #dualfuel #VLCC.

📣 Industry Update 📣 Discover the connection between the Suez Canal and its impact on global Oil and Natural Gas markets in our latest blog post! Click the link to learn more.

SAFEEN Group, a subsidiary of AD Ports Group (ADX: ADPORTS), the leading global trade, logistics, and industry facilitator, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the State Oil Company of the Republic of Azerbaijan (SOCAR) to cooperate on various aspects of Azerbaijan’s maritime and shipping sectors. Azerbaijan, located strategically between Georgia, Kazakhstan, and Turkiye, could be a key development area for SAFEEN Group, linking Central Asia to global markets. Captain Ammar Al Shaiba, CEO - Maritime Cluster and SAFEEN Group, AD Ports Group, said, “This MoU with SOCAR opens new avenues for prospective multifaceted synergies in the maritime and shipping sector. Azerbaijan’s strategic location and SOCAR’s expertise would ensure a dynamic platform for elevating maritime services, infrastructure, and logistics in the region. Furthermore, it would enable the facilitation of the further development of trade corridors in this geographically significant area.” Afgan Isayev, Vice President of SOCAR, remarked, "Collaborating with SAFEEN Group offers the potential to amplify Azerbaijan’s maritime capabilities. We anticipate this partnership will drive our country’s maritime growth and accelerate offshore and onshore wind projects. Read more: https://lnkd.in/euDbXtrR #SAFEENGroup #SOCAR #Azerbaijan #Maritime #Logistics #Energy #CaspianSea #TradeCorridors #ADPortsGroup #BEF #BakuEnergyForum

The ‘LNGHIVE2: Infrastructure and Logistics Solutions’ project, coordinated by Enagás and promoted by Saggas and the Valenciaport Foundation, has successfully completed the adaptation of the Sagunto regasification terminal (Valencia) to offer LNG bunkering services. Launched in October 2018, the project advances the European Union’s decarbonisation objectives in the field of sustainable mobility. 20% of the total investment has been financed with European funds from the European transport aid programme Connecting Europe Facility (CEF). ‘LNGHIVE2: Infrastructure and Logistics Solutions’ is part of the strategy to deploy LNG bunkering points in ports, and develop the associated market promoted by the Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility through Puertos del Estado (the Spanish Ports Authority). Read more: https://vist.ly/reiq

I'm speaking at LNG Bunkering North American Summit. View the agenda here for all event details - https://lnkd.in/e2YJkeb9 KEYNOTE PANEL DISCUSSION: SUSTAINABLE SHIPPING This panel session will comprise leaders from leading US Shipping Operators with an emphasis on conversion challenges, ROI, operational efficiency, fuel properties and environmental impact. The year in review’ the market leaders’ experience of operating with LNG Assessing alternative marine fuels and developing capacity outside of LNG Exploring the cost, environmental compatibility and availability of these alternative fuels What are the considerations across the full life-cycle rather than just the fuel combustion stage? What barriers are holding back progress and how can the industry overcome them? How can the entire value chain collaborate effectively in the future to continue exploring alternative fuels and technology?   I think the event would be beneficial for many of you in my network as part of the wider discussion on driving the decarbonization and sustainability of the North America maritime sector. View all sessions, speakers and key topics in the agenda here - https://lnkd.in/e2YJkeb9 Save 20% off passes using code "SPEAKER20" at the checkout! You can get your discounted pass here - https://lnkd.in/exRy7qUv I hope to see you Miami! LNG Bunkering & Future Fuel Summit Eddy Boyle Charlotte H.