Dear readers, this week ehe maritime industry celebrates pivotal electrification achievements in 2025, from Carnival Corporation's 20-year shore power anniversary in Seattle to breakthrough technologies like Cavotec's mobile container terminal solution. Scotland's Port of Aberdeen activates its landmark green shore power demonstrator while Tacoma's Husky Terminal joins Washington's electrified cargo network. Meanwhile, ePropulsion expands in Australia, Freudenberg unveils its XWAVE battery system, Bibby Marine debuts the world's first electric CSOV, and Candela completes a record Mediterranean crossing - collectively demonstrating the sector's accelerating transition to clean energy solutions. Enjoy this edition!

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• Carnival marks 20 years of shore power: Princess Cruises' Diamond Princess pioneered shore power in Seattle on June 18, 2005. The technology has expanded to all three Seattle cruise berths, inspiring global adoption. Carnival's early investment created spin-off success with local firm Watts Marine. READ MORE

• Cavotec launches mobile Shore Power: New PowerAlign system offers 140m coverage per modular unit at container terminals. Compact 3.5m² footprint minimizes quayside obstruction while meeting IEC 80005-1 standards. Follows €1.55M Antwerp-Bruges contract, enhancing port electrification flexibility. READ MORE

• Aberdeen activates green shore power: Scotland's largest maritime decarbonization project now powers vessels at eight berths. NS Iona first to connect to renewable-energy system cutting 60,000t CO₂ over 20 years. Part of port's net-zero-by-2040 strategy with UK SHORE programme support. READ MORE

• Tacoma's Husky Terminal goes electric: Hapag-Lloyd's 9,000 TEU vessel first to use new $3M shore power infrastructure. Second international cargo terminal in Washington State with clean dock power. Funded by EPA DERA and state grants supporting 2050 emissions phase-out. READ MORE

• ePropulsion enters Australian market: Partners with Power Equipment to distribute 500W-250kW marine electric motors. Targets traditional boating market despite minimal regulatory pressure. Leverages 35-year-old distributor's network and training facilities. READ MORE

• Freudenberg unveils XWAVE Battery: New stackable 17kWh modules allow customized marine power configurations. Gen 3 SHP cells offer high cycle life for hybrid/electric vessels launching 2027. Answers IMO's 2050 net-zero mandate with 24% annual market growth expected. READ MORE

• Bibby debuts electric CSOV: World's first electric commissioning vessel showcased at Global Offshore Wind 2025. Designed from keel up for wind farm operations with turbine charging capability. Aims to reduce downtime and emissions in North Sea offshore wind sector. READ MORE

• Candela's Mediterranean crossing: C-8 hydrofoil completes first electric intercontinental journey (Spain-Morocco). Demonstrates technology for 30-passenger P-12 ferry already operating in Stockholm. Potential to transform Costa del Sol transport with 30-knot silent operation. READ MORE