Maersk Tests Ethanol as a Marine Fuel
A.P. Moller–Maersk has begun testing ethanol as an alternative marine fuel as part of its goal to achieve net zero by 2040. Tests are underway on the container ship Laura Mærsk, where a blend of ethanol and e-methanol is being tested. 🌱 Initial results demonstrate stable engine operation without loss of reliability. Ethanol is seen […]
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A German court has blocked the sale of the tanker Eventin’s cargo.
Authorities cannot dispose of the vessel and its cargo until a final decision is made. A German court has suspended government actions to sell or use the oil cargo on a detained tanker suspected of transporting Russian oil in defiance of sanctions. The tanker Eventin was discovered off the Baltic Sea coast after a technical […]
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Ukrainians in Germany will be able to use their Ukrainian SIM cards for calls and internet access without additional fees.
The abolition of roaming fees in the EU comes into force on January 1. Vodafone was the first to announce this initiative for Ukrainian SIM cards, but other operators will also join in. 💬 “Ukrainians traveling to or living in Germany will be able to use their Ukrainian mobile phone contracts to access the internet […]
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Fires on Modern Ships: What the Crew Needs to Know
Modern ships are becoming increasingly complex, using lithium-ion batteries, alternative fuels (LNG, methanol, ammonia), automated systems, and reduced crews. This is changing the nature of fires on board and requires a new approach to crew training. ⚠️ Key Distinctions of “New” Fires Basic firefighting training (STCW) focuses primarily on engine rooms, accommodation spaces, and conventional […]
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The US conducted a record-breaking operation in the Pacific Ocean: $1.1 billion worth of cocaine seized.
The US Coast Guard reported a record-breaking operation in the Eastern Pacific Ocean. As part of Operation Pacific Viper, US forces intercepted a high-speed smuggling vessel and seized more than 20,000 pounds of cocaine—approximately 9 tons, with a street value exceeding $1.1 billion. 🔘The interception was carried out by the USCGC Munro, along with an […]
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