Newbuilding

Yinson GreenTech all-electric crew transfer vessel to undergo sea trials in Singapore

Hydroglyder will now embark on its journey to the republic, where it will undergo sea trials for its intended purpose to transform crew transfer vessel services in Singapore harbour craft market.

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10 months ago

November 21, 2023

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Yinson GreenTech all-electric crew transfer vessel to undergo sea trials in Singapore

Yinson GreenTech (YGT), through its marinEV brand, on Monday (13 November) said it has completed the construction of its all-electric crew transfer vessel, the Hydroglyder, and the vessel will debut in Singapore to start its sea trials.

The Hydroglyder, fully built in Malaysia, will be the first vessel of its kind within the Singapore harbour craft market, providing a more efficient and environmentally-friendly alternative to current crew transfer vessels.

Present to witness the completion of the Hydroglyder prototype at the Ctruk Boats shipyard were Malaysia’s Minister of Transport Anthony Loke, Yinson Group Chief Executive Officer Mr Lim Chern Yuan and YGT Chief Executive Officer Mr Eirik Barclay. Malacca state government representatives and strategic partners including OCBC Malaysia, represented by Head of Wholesale Banking Mr Jeffrey Teoh, along with the media were also present to witness this milestone.

The Hydroglyder is equipped with advanced hydrofoil system, which provides better energy efficiency as compared to traditional electric vessels of the similar size. The onboard batteries provide power to propel the vessel while the flight control system maintains the stability of the craft during foiling. This is expected to reduce operational cost by up to 90%.

Minister of Transport Anthony Loke, said: “I am proud that Malaysia was selected for the Hydroglyder prototype’s assembly and construction, demonstrating the country’s ability to deliver world-class, technologically advanced engineering projects. This aligns well with the National Transport Policy that aims to enhance Malaysia’s economic competitiveness by developing a skilled workforce, fostering a conducive business environment, and facilitating trade and investment.”

Yinson Group Chief Executive Officer Mr Lim Chern Yuan, said: “The Hydroglyder prototype will be a game changer and is a prime example of our commitment to transform the maritime industry. I would like to express our appreciation for the Malaysian government’s forward-thinking policies that have provided a progressive and stable environment for innovation, which is particularly instrumental in developing prototype green technologies.”

YGT Chief Executive Officer Mr Eirik Barclay, said, “The Hydroglyder prototype is a major milestone in our quest to reduce the maritime industry’s carbon footprint, reduce local particulate air pollution and prepare for the launch of a fleet of technology enhanced, zero-emission vessels.”

“Collaboration with like-minded partners has been crucial to the successful completion of this prototype. Special mention to Ctruk Boats, whose expertise in composite material technology allowed us the full flexibility to modify the vessel’s design as needed during the construction process. We also hope that the project has contributed to the nurturing of local talent and industrial capabilities.”

OCBC Malaysia Head of Wholesale Banking Mr Jeffrey Teoh, said: “OCBC is proud to support this project, the first electric prototype vessel of its kind to be built in Malaysia and one which has the potential to revolutionise the maritime industry. As a partner that supported the development of this innovative foiling crew transfer vessel, the Hydroglyder prototype, we wish marinEV all the very best in continuing its sea trials and commercialisation process in Singapore.”

Recently, the Hydroglyder won the ‘Most Promising Maritime Technology Award’ at the recent Singapore Norway Innovation Conference in recognition of the vessel’s technology.

Photo credit: Yinson GreenTech
Published: 21 November, 2023

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Sanmar Shipyards chooses Auramarine methanol supply systems for tug duo

Auramarine will supply methanol supply systems to Sanmar Shipyards for two large dual-fuelled methanol tugs that are owned by KOTUG Canada and will enter service in mid-2025.

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September 6, 2024

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Sanmar Shipyards chooses Auramarine methanol supply systems for tug duo

Finland-based fuel supply systems provider Auramarine on Wednesday (4 September) announced it has been chosen by Turkish shipbuilder Sanmar Shipyards as the supplier for methanol supply systems on the world’s first methanol fuelled tugs.

The two large dual-fuelled methanol tugs are owned by KOTUG Canada and will enter service in mid-2025.

The tugs are based on the RAsalvor 4400-DFM design by Robert Allan Ltd., measuring 44 metres in length, with the capability to operate in some of the harshest environments in the world.

They will serve Canada’s Trans Mountain Expansion Project (TMEP) and will escort tankers from the harbour limits of Vancouver to the open Pacific Ocean through the commercial shipping lanes of the Salish Sea.

The revolutionary vessels, which will be the most powerful escort tugs in Canada, capable of achieving a massive 120 tonnes of bollard pull, are scheduled to enter service in 2025.

They will also provide significant environmental and ecological benefits through reduced greenhouse gas emissions and underwater radiated noise, which protects the Salish Sea’s resident Killer Whales.

John Bergman, CEO, Auramarine, said: “We are very pleased to work with Sanmar Shipyards, which is one of the leading tugboat builders in the world. We are delighted to be part of this unique project and are committed to supporting our clients on their decarbonisation journey.”

“Auramarine’s tailormade design always ensures that our customers are provided with optimum solutions for their specific ship types and fleet requirements.”

Hakan TUNÇ, Engineering Director at Sanmar Shipyards, said: “Sanmar Shipyards, together with Auramarine, is contributing to a sustainable shipping industry with the world’s first large purpose-built dual fuel methanol escort tugs.”

“This is a great opportunity for both companies to accelerate their decarbonisation journeys, innovate and build something totally new to support the industry going forward.”

The agreement between Sanmar Shipyards and Auramarine was signed today at the SMM Hamburg Exhibition.

Photo credit: Auramarine
Published: 6 September, 2024

LNG Bunkering

LNG bunker vessel among Hudong Zhonghua designs to gain DNV certificates

AiP certificates were granted for design of a 20,000 CBM LNG bunker vessel, 150,000 CBM ULEC, and a 40,000 CBM LCO2 carrier while GASA certificate was awarded for an 88,000 cbm VLAC.

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6 days ago

September 4, 2024

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LNG bunker vessel among Hudong Zhonghua designs to gain DNV certificates

Classification DNV on Tuesday (3 September) awarded Hudong Zhonghua Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. with three Approval in Principle (AiP) certificates and a General Approval for Ship Application (GASA) certificate for the design of innovative vessels.

Hudong Zhonghua, a subsidiary of China State Shipbuilding Corporation and one of China’s shipbuilders, received these approvals at the SMM trade fair in Hamburg as part of its efforts to address the shifting dynamics in the global energy market.

The AiP certificates were granted for the design of a 150,000 CBM Ultra Large Ethane Carrier (ULEC), a 40,000 CBM Liquefied Carbon Dioxide (LCO2) carrier, and a 20,000 CBM Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) bunker vessel.

An AiP is an independent assessment that confirms a concept’s feasibility and verifies that no significant obstacles exist to prevent the design from being realised.

The GASA certificate was awarded for an 88,000 cbm Very Large Ammonia Carrier (VLAC), a design developed through a Joint Development Project (JDP) between DNV and Hudong Zhonghua.

These developments are aligned with the growing demand for VLECs, VLACs, LNG carriers, and LCO2 carriers. These vessels are essential for transporting key energy resources in response to increasing global energy demands and environmental challenges.

“The achievements of Hudong Zhonghua demonstrate our commitment to innovation and our pivotal role in China’s expanding presence in the global LNG market,” said Song Wei, Chief Techinical Officer of Hudong Zhonghua.

“We value our partnership with DNV, whose expertise and support have been instrumental in reaching these milestones.”

“We greatly appreciate Hudong Zhonghua’s innovative spirit and dedication, which have made this partnership so successful and impactful,” said Norbert Kray, DNV Senior Vice President and Maritime Regional Manager for Greater China.

“With our global expertise and the dedicated Gas Carriers and Alternative Fuels expert team in China, we are excited to deepen our collaboration with Hudong Zhonghua, helping to steer the maritime industry towards greater sustainability.”

DNV added Hudong Zhonghua’s status as a leader in China’s gas carrier segment is underscored by its successful delivery of over 30 LNG carriers since 2008.

“The partnership with DNV has been particularly significant, leading to the creation of ten 174K cbm LNG carriers and eight 271K Q-Max LNG carriers, further solidifying the importance of their collaboration in meeting the evolving needs of the global gas market.”

Photo credit: DNV
Published: 4 September, 2024

Newbuilding

Cosco Shipping orders 12 methanol dual-fuel container ships

New ships will be jointly developed by Cosco Shipping Lines, Cosco Shipping Heavy Industry and China Shipbuilding and Ocean Engineering Design and Research Institute.

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1 week ago

September 2, 2024

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Cosco Shipping orders 12 methanol dual-fuel container ships

Cosco Shipping Heavy Industry and Cosco Shipping Lines on Thursday (29 August) signed a contract in Shanghai for the construction of twelve 14,000 TEU containerships with dual-fuel methanol propulsion.

The new ships belong to a new generation of ship types that will be jointly developed by Cosco Shipping Lines, Cosco Shipping Heavy Industry and the China Shipbuilding and Ocean Engineering Design and Research Institute.

The ship, which has a high loading capacity for reefer containers, has a total length of 335.9 meters and is 51 meters wide.

Sun Yunfei, Executive Vice President of Cosco SHIPPING Group, as well as leaders and guests from the Group's Science and Technology Innovation Centre, Cosco SHIPPING Lines, Cosco Shipping Heavy Industry, Beijing Cosco Shipping Ship Trading and other units witnessed the signing ceremony and congratulated the two parties on their renewed cooperation.

“Cosco Shipping Holdings is currently focusing on a combination of building new ships and modernising existing vessels to accelerate the green and low-carbon transition of the company's fleet,” the company said.

“The company has ordered twelve 24,000 TEU container ships with methanol dual-fuel propulsion, signed contracts for the conversion of eight ships to methanol dual-fuel propulsion, while promoting environmentally friendly development practices such as all-electric ship operation and biofuel pilot projects, which has given the company strong momentum to compete on the new course.”

Photo credit: Cosco Shipping Heavy Industry
Published: 2 September, 2024