Barcelona's €1.7B green port plan: The Port of Barcelona unveils a €1.7 billion public-private energy transition plan. It targets a 50% emissions cut by 2030 via electrification, 100 MWp of solar, and sustainable fuel production. The roadmap includes over 150 initiatives to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. READ MORE

Malta's Grand Harbour OPS expansion: Work begins on a €44 million second-phase shore power project in Malta's Grand Harbour. The OPS SHR project will equip ten quays with over 30 connections for cargo and other vessels. Co-funded by EU programs, it aims for completion by mid-2027, ahead of EU mandates. READ MORE

PortMiami's growth and Shore Power: PortMiami highlights recent expansion, including the massive MSC Terminal AA and new shipping routes. It celebrated the launch of shore power at five cruise berths, a first for the US eastern seaboard. The port handled over 1 million TEUs for the 11th consecutive year in FY2024. READ MORE

Alabama's $100M Pier B redevelopment: The Alabama Port Authority launches a $100 million redevelopment of the historic Pier B South. The three-year project will create a 1,500-foot, shore-power-capable berth for breakbulk cargo. It is phase one of a broader modernization program serving state steel and forestry industries. READ MORE

Cádiz pioneers Cruise Ship Shore Power: The Port of Cádiz prepares for its first official shore power test with the Viking Neptune on December 20. The 16 MVA system, developed by Endesa X, can cut CO2 by an estimated 2,520 tons annually. It is the first operational infrastructure of its kind for cruise ships in Spain. This launch positions Cádiz as a pioneer in Spain's decarbonized maritime tourism model. READ MORE

Electric reach stacker at Houston Terminal: Houston Terminal deploys a new SANY 50-ton electric reach stacker, a first for the Port of Houston. The machine features regenerative braking and a 512 kWh swappable battery pack. It was purchased with support from a Texas emissions reduction grant (TERP). The terminal plans to apply for a second grant to acquire another unit in 2026. READ MORE

CATL predicts Ocean-going E-Ships: Battery giant CATL predicts fully electric vessels will be capable of ocean navigation within three years. The company's marine subsidiary has powered roughly 900 vessels, claiming 40% global market share. Its technology recently propelled China's first pure-electric tourist vessel, the Yujian 77. READ MORE

Busan launches state-owned E-Ferry: Busan Port Authority launches South Korea's first state-owned all-electric passenger ferry. The vessel, with two 1,068 kWh battery packs, serves the North-South Port connection on a two-hour duty cycle. It is the first of 140 public vessels slated for replacement with cleaner-energy ships by 2030. READ MORE

Svitzer orders electric tugs from India: Svitzer and Cochin Shipyard sign an agreement to build four 26m electric TRAnsverse 2600e tugs. The battery-electric tugs are designed for zero direct emissions during harbor operations. Construction of the first four is set to begin soon, with delivery targeted for late 2027 or early 2028. READ MORE

London's Orbit Clipper E-Ferry launches: London's first fully electric passenger ferry, the Orbit Clipper, begins service on the Thames. The vessel can carry 150 passengers and 100 bicycles, crossing between Rotherhithe and Canary Wharf. It replaces a diesel shuttle and is part of the Uber Boat by Thames Clippers fleet. READ MORE

The Rise of full-time E-Tenders: A new wave of electric tenders from RS Electric Boats, Falcon, Hodgdon, and EJET proves readiness for daily use. Models like the RS Pulse 63 offer up to 100 nm range, while the Hodgdon Venetian reaches 34 knots. Challenges in charging and integration remain, but performance and reliability are now competitive. READ MORE

BYD and Corvus partner on marine ESS: BYD Energy Storage and Corvus Energy sign an MoU to collaborate on marine battery solutions. The partnership combines BYD's LFP battery technology with Corvus's marine system integration expertise. It aims to accelerate product development and market adoption for maritime energy storage. READ MORE

Corvus debuts Blue Whale NxtGen ESS: Corvus Energy launches its Blue Whale NxtGen marine energy storage system. The system uses cobalt-free LFP cells with a projected 15-year lifespan and a 1C charge/discharge rate. It is designed for applications requiring high energy density and lower lifecycle costs. First projects featuring the new system are scheduled for delivery in Q4 2026. READ MORE

Kalmar partners on DC Charging Solutions: Kalmar partners with Kempower and SINEXCEL to launch a new range of DC charging solutions. The portfolio includes movable chargers and megawatt charging systems for electric port equipment. The first MCS units are destined for DP World London Gateway to charge electric straddle carriers in 2026. These partnerships aim to provide tailored, low-TCO electric solutions for global port customers. READ MORE

EVE and Green Whale technology partner: EVE Energy and Green Whale Technology partner to provide marine Battery Energy Storage Solutions. The alliance offers 3C continuous LFP marine battery systems priced below $300 per kWh. They promise a system lifetime of up to 15 years, aiming to reduce total cost of ownership. READ MORE

Superconductor Tech for ship batteries: A hybrid energy storage system combining Smes magnets and supercapacitors passes realistic tests. The V-Access project, tested at Wärtsilä's facility, is designed to support and improve ship batteries. It enhances performance and reliability for energy storage and the release of strong power pulses. READ MORE

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