HHLA orders Konecranes hybrid Straddle Carriers: HHLA Container Terminal Tollerort in Hamburg orders eight new-design hybrid Konecranes Noell straddle carriers. The NSC 644 EHY model combines a diesel genset with an onboard battery to cut fuel use and emissions versus older diesel units. Delivery is expected by end of 2026, supporting HHLA's CO2-reduction goals within Konecranes' Ecolifting roadmap. READ MORE

CSP Iberian Valencia buys Hybrid RTGs: CSP Iberian Valencia Terminal orders six Konecranes hybrid Rubber-Tired Gantry cranes for the Port of Valencia. The RTGs use hybrid drive technology with regenerative braking to reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. The cranes will be equipped with smart safety features like Active Load Control and Gantry Collision Prevention. READ MORE

Seaboard Marine invests in electric cranes: Seaboard Marine orders three electric Liebherr LHM 550 mobile harbor cranes for its terminals at PortMiami and Port of Houston. The cranes' electric drive prepares them for future port shore power initiatives, with a 104-tonne capacity for New-Panamax vessels. This investment aims to boost operational capacity and fast vessel turnaround at two critical U.S. trade gateways. READ MORE

North East UK plans green super port: A commentary outlines the vision for a statutory "Green Super Port" uniting ports and airports in North East England. The model promotes integrated low-carbon infrastructure, renewable energy, and industrial clusters to transform the regional economy. It draws lessons from global hubs like Rotterdam and Hamburg but notes that governance and delivery frameworks are now critical. READ MORE

Offshore Wind charging needs policy: Industry leaders state that technology for offshore wind vessel charging is ready, but fragmented regulation is blocking deployment. Key challenges include a timing mismatch in infrastructure planning, unclear access to wind farm power, and no defined pricing mechanism. The newly formed Offshore Charging Working Group is engaging UK regulators to create a clear, end-to-end policy pathway. READ MORE

Italy approves Port Electricity rebates: Italy's Ministry of Infrastructure passes a decree implementing a discount on electricity system charges for ships using shore power. The rebate, approved by the EU in 2024, is designed to incentivize cold ironing and reduce port pollution. The decree defines rules for service management, transfer of economic benefits, and monitoring. READ MORE

Skagen Port electrifies fishing fleet: The Port of Skagen, Denmark's largest fishing port, is installing shore power for pelagic fishing vessels during unloading. The project, supported by the EU, will cut emissions and noise from diesel generators during 10-30 hour unloading operations. Close collaboration between the port and the Danish Pelagic Producer Organisation ensured mutual commitment to the infrastructure. READ MORE

Candela ferry breaks long-range record: Candela's P-12 hydrofoil ferry completes a 160-nautical-mile electric voyage from Gothenburg, Sweden, to Oslo, Norway. The hydrofoil technology reduces energy use by 80%, enabling the trip with standard DC fast chargers and a portable battery unit. The entire journey cost just over €200 in electricity, highlighting the operational efficiency and flexibility of the design. READ MORE

Stena RoRo orders future-proof vessels: Stena RoRo places a historic order for two next-generation C-Flexer RoRo vessels, with options for four more. Developed with NAOS Design, the 200-meter vessels feature a multi-fuel engine and a scalable battery-hybrid system for future full-electric operation. The ships will be built at China Merchants Industry Weihai Shipyard, with deliveries starting in March 2029. The design emphasizes flexibility and future-proofing to meet evolving customer needs and regulations. READ MORE

IMO drafts new safety workplan: The IMO's Sub-Committee on Ship Design and Construction finalizes a draft workplan for safety rules governing new decarbonization technologies. The plan targets the development of regulations for nuclear power, wind propulsion, and lithium-ion batteries on ships. Key milestones include amending SOLAS for main battery power by 2028 and approving wind propulsion guidelines by 2029. READ MORE

Electric Boat market hits turning point: An analysis posits the electric boat market has entered a decisive new phase, diverging into distinct segments. These include the hydrofoil efficiency class (Candela), the high-power conventional-hull class (Voltaic), and the luxury lifestyle class (X Shore). Technological trends like LFP batteries, fast-charging infrastructure, and software-defined systems are accelerating adoption. READ MORE

Porsche launches 850 Fantom E-Boat: Porsche collaborates with Frauscher shipyard to launch the 850 Fantom, a fully electric 8.7-meter speedboat. Powered by the same 536bhp drivetrain as the Macan Turbo EV, it has a 100kWh battery for up to 62 miles of range. The boat features Porsche-designed interiors, multiple driving modes, and 800-volt technology for sub-30-minute fast charging. Priced at £485,000, it enters a growing market for high-performance electric luxury craft. READ MORE

Markers from ESS to Marine batteries: Corvus Energy launches its Blue Whale NxtGen ESS with cobalt-free LFP cells, a 15-year lifetime, and 1C charge/discharge rate. The company also signed an MoU with BYD Energy Storage to collaborate on next-generation maritime battery solutions. In Australia, Svitzer retrofits four LNG terminal tugs with AYK Energy's LFP batteries, replacing original NMC units. READ MORE

HAV Group aupplies Norway ferry chargers: A HAV Group subsidiary wins a contract to deliver two onshore charging stations for a Fjord1 ferry crossing in Norway's Sognefjord. One station features rapid turnaround charging with >8 MW capacity, while the other provides overnight MCS charging. The contract, worth over NOK 50 million, is integrated with a newbuild ferry project where HAV Group is the system integrator. READ MORE

Vision Marine unveils Specter Tritoon: Vision Marine Technologies unveils its Specter flagship electric tritoon platform, to be showcased at major North American boat shows. The 26'6" platform is built around three pillars: a high-voltage E-Motion™ propulsion system, Hydrofin foiling technology, and a fiberglass monocoque hull. It targets the expanding global pontoon market, valued at ~$8.1 billion in 2024, and will be sold through Vision Marine's retail network. READ MORE

The Switch launches battery safety limiter: The Switch launches an Electronic Current Limiter (ECL) for direct battery connection to ship DC-Hubs. The device clamps fault currents in microseconds, preventing system collapse and keeping vessels operational during disturbances. It forms part of a layered, semiconductor-based protection architecture for predictable fault behavior. This development supports the regulatory need for system resilience as vessels adopt larger battery arrays. READ MORE

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