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• Ports urged to invest in tug charging stations: Port authorities and terminal operators must install dedicated shore-power charging stations for tugboats to support the transition to low-emission vessels. As calls for change grow, Svitzer's Gareth Prowse emphasizes the need for ports to develop charging facilities, enabling sustainable operations. READ MORE

• Oman’s opportunity: SOHAR Port and Freezone has launched an investment initiative in shore power infrastructure aimed at reducing emissions and promoting sustainability in maritime operations. The project allows docked vessels to connect to electrical power from the shore, cutting air pollution. Interested companies must express their interest by January 16, 2025, to join this transformative endeavor. READ MORE

• SF Bay Ferry secures grant for zero-emission service: The San Francisco Bay Ferry has been awarded a $12.5 million grant from the California State Transportation Agency to establish a zero-emission, battery-electric ferry service at the Harbor Bay Ferry Terminal. READ MORE

• Stena’s battery-powered RoRo: Stena RoRo's latest E-Flexer ferry, Saint Malo, sets a new benchmark with its massive 12 MWh battery pack—the largest in the market. This LNG-electric hybrid can dock and maneuver emissions-free and achieve up to 17.5 knots on battery power alone. READ MORE

• MMC ship design wins major deal for Methanol Hybrid PSVs: Poland's MMC Ship Design has secured a contract with China's Fujian Mawei Shipyard to design ten 5,400-dwt platform supply vessels (PSVs) featuring methanol dual-fuel battery-hybrid technology. Based on the advanced MMC 897 SBC model, these DP-2-class PSVs will support offshore operations with enhanced versatility, safety, and low emissions. READ MORE

• The Navier N30: electric "flying" boat: Navier Boats’ N30 is an advanced electric hydrofoil boat that leverages aerospace-inspired design, a 114 kWh battery, and twin 90 kW motors for smooth, emissions-free rides. Its unique flight control system lifts the boat above the water at 16 knots, creating a wake-free glide even through turns. READ MORE