Dear readers, the maritime electrification accelerates globally with Norway's Enova committing €31.6M to seven electric ships including 100MWh containerships, while Cavotec secures a €1.55M shore power contract for Antwerp-Bruges. Greece races to establish port electrification frameworks ahead of 2030 EU mandates, as Portugal begins construction on Europe's most powerful electric tug. New Zealand debuts its first carbon fiber electric ferry, Siemens Energy shares decade-long electrification insights, and the Dutch Navy doubles shore power capacity - collectively demonstrating the sector's rapid transition toward zero-emission operations. Enjoy this edition!

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• Enova funds 7 e-Vessels: Norway allocates €31.6M to seven vessels including two 100MWh containerships for Eitzen Avanti. The funding supports four charging stations, cutting 20,836 tons CO₂ annually from short-sea routes. First vessels operational by 2026, marking Norway's second wave of maritime electrification. READ MORE

• Cavotec wins €1.55M Antwerp contract: The cleantech firm will install cruise terminal shore power for Port of Antwerp-Bruges by Q3 2026. Includes 5-year maintenance, complementing €15M+ in other European shore power projects. System enables ships to cut emissions while docked, complying with FuelEU Maritime regulations. READ MORE

• Greece races Port Electrification: Piraeus and Thessaloniki must complete shore power by 2030, with €8.9M Igoumenitsa project underway. Regulatory uncertainty persists regarding self-generation and electricity pricing frameworks. National plan targets 0.1TWh annual shore power use by 2030, scaling to 0.6TWh by 2050. READ MORE

• NatPower-Athenian Shore Power MoU: Partnership aims to deploy cold ironing for 10 new tankers launching August 2025. Athenian's fleet will feature shore power readiness across Mediterranean/Northern European routes. NatPower to develop master plan addressing port infrastructure and energy demand matching. READ MORE

• Portugal builds 14-ton E-Tug: Seapower's 17m electric tug for Port of Sines features 14-ton bollard pull and Schottel propulsion. Scheduled for May 2026 delivery alongside a 20-knot electric pilot boat with 900kWh batteries. Both vessels funded by EU, marking Portugal's first major electric workboat investment. READ MORE

• NZ launches carbon fiber e-Ferry: EV Maritime's 200-passenger Auckland ferry uses lightweight design and 1.1MW MCS charging. Features world-first maritime deployment of CharIN Megawatt Charging System technology. First of two vessels in Auckland Transport's low-emission fleet transition program. READ MORE

• Siemens shares electrification Insights (VIDEO): Company notes 1,000+ vessels now use battery storage, with hybrid systems becoming mainstream. Key challenges remain: 20% cost premiums, shore power gaps, and evolving regulations. Ampere ferry case study shows successful transition from hybrid to full electrification. READ MORE

• Dutch Navy doubles Shore Power: BAM Infra completes high-voltage upgrades for Royal Netherlands Navy in Den Helder. Modernizes 1957-era system to support newer vessels' power demands via fewer cables. Follows 2023 success powering HNLMS Friesland patrol vessel with clean shore energy. READ MORE

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