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• Port of Barcelona secures renewable power with TotalEnergies: The Port of Barcelona has committed to sourcing 23 GWh of renewable energy annually from TotalEnergies through August 2026, equating to the city’s daily consumption. This contract, incorporating a real-time pricing model, will also support the port’s Onshore Power Supply (OPS) project, allowing ships at berth to reduce emissions by connecting to the renewable-powered grid. READ MORE

• ESPO Report: over half of EU Ports now offer shore power: The European Sea Ports Organisation (ESPO) reports that 58% of European ports now offer Onshore Power Supply (OPS) to reduce emissions from berthed vessels. Presented at the GreenPort Congress, the report highlights OPS progress and rising investments in LNG and hydrogen, spotlighting cleaner fuel options across Europe. READ MORE

• World’s first offshore-charged electric vessel unveiled: Damen Shipyards launches the groundbreaking SOV 7017 Electric, the first vessel of its kind to charge directly from offshore wind turbines. Designed for efficiency and emission-free operation, it could transform offshore wind maintenance. READ MORE

• Cyprus launches zero-emission ship: Evploia Aphrodite: Cyprus introduces Evploia Aphrodite, its first zero-emission electric vessel, marking a key move towards sustainable maritime transport. Developed by the Cyprus Marine and Maritime Institute, this silent, battery-powered vessel is designed for short routes to protect marine ecosystems. READ MORE

• Roboats: Amsterdam is testing autonomous electric boats to reduce street congestion by utilizing its extensive canals. Developed through a collaboration between the Amsterdam Institute for Advanced Metropolitan Solutions and MIT, these 4-meter vessels can transport passengers and collect waste. READ MORE

• Electrifying Seattle: Seattle is on track to become one of North America’s greenest ports through maritime electrification. Key initiatives include shore power for cruise ships and electrified ferries, significantly cutting emissions and creating jobs. Partnerships among the Port of Seattle, City Light, and the Northwest Seaport Alliance aim to eliminate seaport emissions by 2050. READ MORE

• Cavotec secures contracts: Cavotec has secured two significant orders worth €6.5 million for its innovative PowerMove shore power systems aimed at Mediterranean ports. These systems will allow cruise and RoRo vessels to connect to shore power, reducing emissions and enhancing port sustainability. READ MORE