Port of Nanaimo on Wednesday (18 June) said the first LNG bunkering operation in the port was completed with shipowner Seaspan, marking a new milestone for the Canadian port.

Bunker vessel Seaspan Garibaldi successfully completed a ship-to-ship LNG bunkering operation at anchor to Lake Saint Anne, an LNG-powered car carrier chartered by EUKOR and managed by Eastern Pacific Shipping Limited (EPS). 

“With multiple successful LNG bunkering operations already completed in 2025 for car carriers, tankers, container ships, and cruise ships, Seaspan Energy is setting the standard for reliable LNG ship-to-ship bunkering on the West Coast of North America,” the port said in a social media post.  

“The Port of Nanaimo is supportive of the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority and Seaspan’s groundbreaking efforts to introduce cleaner fuels into the marine industry. Seaspan Energy is the first company in Canada to provide ship-to-ship LNG bunkering solutions and have three vessels working on the West Coast of North America.”

Photo credit: Port of Nanaimo
Published: 19 June, 2025

Singapore-headquartered Ocean Network Express (ONE) on Tuesday (17 June) announced the naming of ONE Singapore, the sixth vessel in a series of 20 ammonia/methanol ready container vessels. 

The naming ceremony took place at the Hiroshima Shipyard of Imabari Shipbuilding in Japan, marking another milestone in ONE’s fleet expansion program.

The 13,900 TEU vessel, which is methanol and ammonia-ready, is another demonstration of ONE’s commitment to sustainable shipping practices. 

Following the successful integration of ONE Sparkle – ONE’s first owned newbuilding – and subsequent sister vessels, ONE Singapore will strengthen the company’s service offerings on the trade lanes where it will be deployed.

Jeremy Nixon, CEO, said: “Today’s naming of ONE Singapore signifies further progress in our fleet expansion strategy. This vessel, carrying the name of our global headquarters city, symbolises our strong connection to Singapore’s vibrant maritime ecosystem.”

“As we deploy this vessel into service, we continue to build upon ONE’s strong commitment to Singapore, in its prime position as the leading global international maritime centre.”

ONE Singapore represents the continued execution of ONE’s strategy to build a more sustainable and efficient fleet. The vessel is classed LR and Singapore flagged. 

Photo credit: Imabari Shipbuilding
Published: 18 June, 2025

The Switch on Tuesday (17 June) said Bergen Tankers and Equinor have signed a long-term charter agreement for two oil/chemical tanker newbuilds with an electric propulsion system, which aim to set a new standard for low emissions at the Norwegian Coast.

The Norway-based companies selected Berg Propulsion as the system integrator for these DNV ice-classed tankers. The newbuild 6,500 dwt stainless steel tankers will be built by Zhoushan Dashenzhou Shipbuilding in China. 

The vessels will include two electric drive controllable-pitch propellers (CPP) in a propulsion system with a battery package and shore power capability to ensure high efficiency, low power consumption and reduced emissions. 

Berg Propulsion chose The Switch to supply each vessel with two large DC-Hubs responsible for the main power distribution on board and two PMM1000 propulsion machines. Berg will deliver the shaft and bearings. 

“Berg Propulsion is proud to continue our good cooperation with The Switch and deliver our patented configuration of the Direct Drive Electric, which combines a robust and simplified configuration with the highest possible efficiency. Together with the DC-Hub, motors and PMS, it further strengthens the position of Berg Propulsion as a supplier for high-end automation and integration packages,” said Mattias Dombrowe, Business Manager, Electrical System Integration at Berg Propulsion. 

The Switch received the order from Berg at the end of May this year. Deliveries of The Switch products will start in Q2/2026 to the shipyard in China. Commissioning is planned for the second half of 2026.

“Being selected to supply The Switch DC-Hub and PM propulsion machine package is a significant milestone for us, highlighting our position as a trusted and innovative technology partner,” said Miika Reinikka, President and CEO of The Switch. 

“This opportunity underscores the market’s recognition of our advanced products that deliver efficiency, reliability and future-ready performance. It also reinforces our commitment to driving sustainable progress through game-changing green power electronics and propulsion technologies.”

The flexible power systems on the newbuilds can be adapted to use marine fuels such as ammonia, methanol, biofuels or LNG. 

Bergen Tankers’ main trading areas are along the Norwegian coast, in the North Sea/Continent/UK, and in the German/Danish Baltic Sea.

Photo credit: The Switch
Published: 18 June, 2025