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WinGD, Wärtsilä, GTT to collaborate on LNG-fuelled shipping

Technology firms agree to make LNG fuel a ‘truly viable option’ for ship owners and operators.

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Maritime technology firms WinGD, Wärtsilä and GTT, have agreed to collaborate in making the use of liquefied natural gas (LNG) fuel a “truly viable option” for ship owners and operators, they say.

The firms plan to combine their expertise and experience to deliver an effective, streamlined approach for achieving compliance with environmental legislation.

The noted an advance in the acceptance of LNG as a marine fuel being recorded in 2017 with an order by CMA CGM for nine ‘mega’ containerships, each with a record capacity of 22,000 TEU, to be built with LNG fuelled engines – a first for vessels of this type and size to operate on LNG.

WinGD, Wärtsilä, and GTT cooperated closely in providing the required equipment for the vessels, and it was through this shared expertise that the collaboration was born.

“High efficiency and environmental sustainability are key pillars in building a successful future for shipping,” says Rolf Stiefel, Vice President Sales & Marketing, WinGD. “This is why it’s so important to work together, with other industry leaders, to make ship propulsion as efficient and ‘green’ as possible.”

“There is a wind of change blowing throughout the global marine industry. The conservative barriers that once resisted switching to a “new” fuel are falling down, and LNG is now being accepted as a fuel for all types of ships. Through collaboration with other industry leaders, we aim to speed this process,” says Timo Koponen, Vice President, Processing Solutions, Wärtsilä.

“Operating on LNG fuel requires close integration between the engines, the fuel cargo tanks, and the fuel supply and control system. We are three companies having expertise in these fields, and by cooperating together we can optimise this integration process to the benefit of owners and operators around the world,” says Philippe Berterottière, Chairman and CEO of GTT.

The collaboration is scheduled to go ‘live’ on Wednesday, September 5th, 15:00 at the upcoming SMM event in Hamburg, on Stand A5.207 where a joint press event, along with happy hour will be hosted by WinGD will take place.

Photo credit: GTT/ Roland Mouron
Published: 27 August, 2018

 

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Singapore: ITOPF and Britannia P&I Club conduct table-top workshop for LNG bunker spills

Both held a workshop where attendees planned a response to a spill scenario of LNG from an alternatively fuelled vessel as part of a new training exercise.

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Singapore: ITOPF and Britannia P&I Club conduct table-top workshop for LNG bunker spills

The International Tanker Owners Pollution Federation (ITOPF) on Wednesday (7 May) said it held a table-top workshop with Britannia P&I Club in Singapore where attendees planned a response to a spill scenario of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) as part of a new training exercise called HYDRO NEXUS. 

The half-day event saw team members from Britannia successfully responding to a spill of LNG bunkers from an alternatively fuelled vessel, who were assisted by the ITOPF team on how best to approach the response, taking into account the risks and hazards presented by this substance.

“The Britannia team were guided by ITOPF’s experts on the steps of an alternative fuel and HNS (Hazardous and Noxious Substances) response, including information gathering, risk assessment, appropriate PPE selection, and use of different techniques and equipment used in these spill scenarios,” it said on its website. 

“One key component of the exercise was to demonstrate the potential impacts and claims that the P&I insurers may face during an alternative fuel/HNS incident. Teams collated costs for loss of life and personal injury, clean-up and preventive measures, property damage, economic loss and environmental damage claims.”

 

Photo credit: International Tanker Owners Pollution Federation
Published: 9 May, 2025

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GNV orders four new LNG-fuelled RoPax vessels from Guangzhou Shipyard

GNC, part of MSC Group, says work will begin in 2026, with the first ship delivered within the first months of 2028 and the following ones every six months.

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GNV orders four new LNG-fuelled RoPax vessels from Guangzhou Shipyard

European shipping company Grandi Navi Veloci (GNV), part of Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) Group, on Thursday (1 May) signed an order for four new LNG -powered RoPax vessels from a Chinese shipyard.

The vessels will be built by Guangzhou Shipyard International (GSI) in China.

This new order, combined with a previous order, will allow GNV to expand its fleet with eight new units between 2025 and 2030.

“Work will begin in 2026, with the first ship delivered within the first months of 2028 and the following ones every six months,” it said in a social media post. 

“The new units, with a capacity of 2,500 people, over 500 cabins, and 3,500 linear metres of garage space, will be the largest and most spacious in the Mediterranean by tonnage (71,300 tonnes).”

The new vessels will all be powered by LNG, ensuring a reduction in CO2 emissions of over 50% per unit compared to the previous generation. 

“This significant operation provides a strong push towards the transition to more sustainable and environmentally friendly models,” the company said.

GNV added the four newly ordered ships will represent an evolution compared to those from the previous order, which includes GNV Polaris and GNV Orion (shown in the image).

 

Photo credit: Grandi Navi Veloci
Published: 9 May, 2025

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Peninsula and University of Gibraltar collaborate on alternative bunker fuel training

Both will establish a joint study group tasked with developing educational and training content on alternative marine fuels looking specifically at transportation, storage and supply of these fuels.

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Peninsula and University of Gibraltar collaborate on alternative bunker fuel training

Peninsula and the University of Gibraltar on Wednesday (7 May) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) which will see them partner to provide expert knowledge in the alternative marine fuel training and to develop a framework to improve knowledge on this topic.

Under the MoU, Peninsula and the University will establish a joint study group tasked with developing educational and training content on alternative marine fuels, looking specifically at the transportation, storage and supply of these fuels. The partnership will include subject matter experts from Peninsula delivering some guest lectures at the University.

The ongoing transition to alternative marine fuels has revealed a significant skills gap in shipping, with research suggesting that growing industry demand for alternative fuels far outpaces the pool of seafarers who are qualified to handle these fuels.

John A. Bassadone, Founder and CEO of Peninsula, said: “In line with the industry’s commitment to decarbonise, many of our customers are looking into alternative marine fuels such as LNG and biofuels for the first time, and skills gaps can be a barrier to adoption. Simply put, the demand on the seafarer community will increase and we want to be there to help customers close the skills gap.

“Our motivation for entering into partnership with the University of Gibraltar is to support our community, customers, and indeed the wider industry, amid the transition to cleaner fuels. The University has a reputation for producing cadets who are both technically capable and industry-ready and for upskilling current seafarers and we’re proud to continue contributing to this.

“By contributing to develop a robust framework for specialised training and education, we hope this initiative will make it easier for organisations to access resources and upskill their teams, so that we’re ready to meet IMO and the industry’s long term sustainability goals.”

Aaron Lopez, Head of Maritime Academy from the University of Gibraltar, added: “Seafarers are vitally important to the world economy – working behind the scenes, they are responsible for the movement of almost all the world’s goods.

“We need to ensure they are equipped with the knowledge and skills to do this important job, particularly as the fuel landscape continues to evolve.

“At the University of Gibraltar, we’re proud to be at the forefront of maritime education and training, preparing cadets to meet the demands of a changing industry. Through our partnership with Peninsula, we will gain valuable insight from a global leader in bunkering and together begin to address the skills gaps that come with the transition to cleaner fuels.”

 

Photo credit: Peninsula
Published: 9 May, 2025

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