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China: Headway and CEEC Group join forces in green hydrogen, methanol and ammonia integration project

Headway and state-owned firm CEEC Hydrogen Energy will jointly develop China’s hydrogen energy industry chain by establishing a green hydrogen-ammonia-methanol integration project for ships.

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China: Headway and CEEC Group join forces in green hydrogen, methanol and ammonia integration project

Qingdao-based maritime technology firm Headway Technology Group (Headway) and CEEC Hydrogen Energy on Monday (15 April) signed a strategic cooperation agreement to cooperate in hydrogen energy storage, transportation, utilisation, and equipment manufacturing.

Both parties aim to jointly promote the development of China’s hydrogen energy industry chain by establishing a green hydrogen-ammonia-methanol integration project for the shipping industry.

At a signing ceremony, Li Weibo, Standing Committee Member, United Front Work Minister, and Deputy District Mayor of Laoshan District, Qingdao City, highlighted hydrogen energy as a strategic emerging industry and a key direction for future industries in China.

He expressed hope for a replicable, comprehensible, and popularised road of comprehensive hydrogen energy utilisation through the cooperation, empowering the energy industry's transformation with new technologies, applications, and services.

Li Jingguang, Secretary of the Party Committee and Chairman of CEEC Hydrogen Energy, and Cao Xueliang, Chairman of Headway, were present to sign the agreement at the ceremony.

Li Jingguang emphasised that deepening cooperation would widen the application of sustainable fuels in shipping, achieving high-quality development and contributing to the nation's dual-carbon goal.

Cao Xueliang noted the agreement's significance in advancing low-carbon energy cooperation, stating Headway's commitment to leveraging its low-carbon shipping advantages and promoting cooperative projects for mutual strategic benefits.

CEEC Hydrogen Energy is the largest state-owned registered capital and professional platform company in the entire hydrogen energy industrial chain, including production, storage, transportation, utilisation, and research.

Utilising recyclable carbon sources collected by ships' carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) technology, Headway and CEEC Hydrogen Energy will produce low-carbon methanol and develop more hydrogen energy and methanol synthesis projects so carbon dioxide captured onboard can be used in the near future.

Additionally, both will promote key equipment and technologies globally, advancing the hydrogen energy industry chain's sustainability and supporting global dual-carbon goals and the shipping industry's green transformation.

Li Yanqing, Secretary General of China Association of the National Shipbuilding Industry (CANSI), Xin Ying, Head of Marine Equipment Industry Division of Shandong Provincial Department of Industry and Information Technology, Chu Xianfeng, Deputy Director of Qingdao Bureau of Industry and Information Technology, Hu Miaomiao, Director of Bureau of Industry and Information Technology of Laoshan District of Qingdao, Deng Hongwu, Member of the Party Committee of CEEC Hydrogen Energy Company Limited, and other relevant department heads and representatives also attended the signing ceremony.

 

Photo credit: Headway Technology Group
Published: 18 April 2024

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China: Headway successfully delivers filtration skid solution for offshore platform

Automatic back-flashing filtration skid solution delivered to a central state-owned enterprise is mainly used for the filtration of seawater for fire-fighting and cooling on offshore platforms.

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China: Headway successfully delivers filtration skid solution for offshore platform

Editor's note [11 February 2025]: Photo updated.

Qingdao-based maritime technology firm Headway Technology Group (Headway) has recently successfully delivered a newly constructed fixed offshore platform with an automatically back-flashing filtration skid solution, developed independently.

This comes following a partnership between Headway and a central state-owned enterprise. 

This collaboration marks Headway's breakthrough in the “first-of-its-kind” offshore platform filtration skid products, making it one of the few domestic companies with the capability to independently research, develop and produce offshore platform filtration skids. 

The successful implementation of this project has laid a solid foundation for Headway to further expand into multiple fields and improve its product solution system.

The automatic back-flashing filtration skid solution delivered this time is mainly used for the filtration of seawater for fire-fighting and cooling on offshore platforms, effectively removing impurities from seawater and significantly reducing the risk of blockage of key equipment such as valves and nozzles. 

The solution features high-standard design in aspects such as the material of the filter body and pipelines, and the protection rating of the control box. Its core control module has passed the IP56 certification and obtained product recognition from China Classification Society (CCS).

Relying on its rich experience in the fields of ballast water management systems and alternative fuel supply systems, Headway has a deep technical accumulation and mature R&D and production capabilities in the field of filtration and separation. 

The skid solution features a unique filter screen structure with higher filtration accuracy and a larger effective filtration area. It can operate stably in global waters, especially in water with much sand and high biological content. It can also automatically perform efficient back-flashing on a timer or based on differential pressure, ensuring stable system flow and pressure. 

In addition, Headway can also provide customised filtration and purification solutions for material such as fuel oil and methanol.

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Photo credit: Headway Technology Group
Published: 10 February, 2025

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General Index and XMAR to integrate marine fuel pricing data into trading platform

General Index said the partnership aims to provide XMAR’s users with accurate and timely bunker pricing information, enhancing their decision-making processes in the maritime industry.

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General Index and XMAR to integrate marine fuel pricing data into trading platform

Commodity pricing provider General Index recently announced its partnership with online bunker trading platform XMAR to integrate its marine fuel pricing data into their platform.

General Index said the partnership aims to provide XMAR's users with accurate and timely bunker pricing information, enhancing their decision-making processes in the maritime industry.

“Our comprehensive bunker pricing data covers various fuel types and global ports, ensuring that XMAR's users have access to the most relevant and up-to-date information,” it added. 

By incorporating its data into XMAR's platform, users can benefit from:

  • Real-time Pricing: Stay informed with the latest bunker prices across key ports worldwide.
  • Market Transparency: Gain insights into market trends and price fluctuations to make informed purchasing decisions.
  • Customised Data Feeds: Access tailored data solutions that meet specific operational needs.

This integration will empower maritime professionals to optimise their operations and fuel procurement strategies.

“At General Index, we are committed to delivering high-quality, transparent, and independent pricing data to support the maritime industry's evolving needs.

 

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Published: 7 February, 2025

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StormGeo voyage optimisation solution to be deployed across G2 Ocean fleet

StormGeo’s Voyage Optimisation solution for G2 Ocean combines features such as onboard voyage planning, routing advisory, speed optimisation, and emissions monitoring and reporting.

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StormGeo voyage optimisation solution to be deployed across G2 Ocean fleet

Voyage optimisation and weather intelligence solutions provider StormGeo on Thursday (6 February) announced the expansion of its partnership with G2 Ocean, as its voyage optimisation solution will be deployed across the company’s fleet of 120 vessels. 

The new agreement builds on the success of a long-term collaboration between the two maritime companies, further solidifying G2 Ocean’s confidence in StormGeo’s ability to support their goals of operational efficiency and decarbonisation.

G2 Ocean has selected StormGeo’s Voyage Optimisation solution, which empowers both shoreside and onboard teams to plan and execute optimised, safe voyages. 

By integrating AI-driven insights, advanced technology, weather analytics, and the expertise of StormGeo’s route analysts and operational support professionals, this solution provides comprehensive, data-driven support at every stage of the voyage. 

As a recognised leader in maritime innovation, G2 Ocean is committed to accelerating their digitalisation and decarbonisation efforts in the coming years, with StormGeo as a trusted partner in driving sustainable growth.

Phil Curran, Director Fleet Operations, at G2 Ocean, said: “The foundation for optimising a sea passage is accurate weather prediction coupled with best-in-class routing advice.”

“StormGeo has been the industry leader in providing weather routing service for 25 years and has added to their expertise a suite of innovative tools to ensure we have the most accurate data and decision-making capability.”

“We are confident that their applications are the right combination to enable significant cost and emissions reductions on every voyage.”

Petter Andersen, Senior Vice President, Shipping, at StormGeo, said: “The expansion of our partnership with G2 Ocean is a testament to the strong trust and collaboration we've built over the years.”

“G2 Ocean’s confidence in our Voyage Optimisation solution underscores the value we bring to their fleet in supporting both operational efficiency and sustainability goals.”

StormGeo’s Voyage Optimisation solution for G2 Ocean combines features such as onboard voyage planning, routing advisory, speed optimisation, emissions monitoring and reporting, commercial and technical performance optimisation based on High-Frequency sensor data, and advanced APIs.

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Photo credit: StormGeo
Published: 7 February, 2025

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