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Dear readers, the maritime electrification landscape is maturing, with a sharp focus on financing and integrating large-scale infrastructure. The UK's Teesside is pioneering this shift with a £1 billion, 1GW battery project to power port and industrial decarbonization, while California invests in Long Beach's $4.7 billion Pier Wind terminal for offshore wind. Simultaneously, major battery supplier Corvus Energy secured a $60 million growth investment, and Leclanché installed its first marine battery system on a cruise ship. The critical link between vessels and ports is strengthening, from Italy's new €700M Fiumicino cruise port with planned shore power to the urgent calls from Interferry for more charging infrastructure. These developments, alongside new electric cranes in Mexico and a modernized terminal in Denmark, underscore a sector-wide move from pilot projects to financed, executable plans. Enjoy this edition!

Port News

• Teesside's gigawatt port battery: a 1GW/8GWh battery project is planned for Teesside to decarbonize the port. The £1 billion system will store offshore wind power for industrial and port use. It will enable shore power for vessels and support electric tug charging. This private investment signals the business case for long-duration storage. READ MORE

• Italy's new fiumicino cruise port: Italy approves a €700 million new cruise and yacht port for Fiumicino. The project includes an electrified quay with shore power (cold ironing). It aims to handle one million cruise passengers in its first year. The marina is scheduled for completion by the year 2028. READ MORE

• Sabah's push for smart ports: Sabah Ports Authority warns that ports must digitalize or become obsolete. The strategy includes automation, 5G connectivity, and Artificial Intelligence. The official also advocated for solar panels and shore power installations. This modernisation is crucial for competitiveness in regional maritime trade. READ MORE

• Long Beach's Pier Wind grant: The Port of Long Beach receives a $20 million state grant for Pier Wind. The $4.7 billion project is a 400-acre terminal for assembling offshore wind turbines. It aims to help California meet its 25 gigawatt offshore wind energy goal. Construction could start in 2027, creating over 6,000 jobs. READ MORE

• DP World on green port necessity: DP World highlights that green shipping requires equally green port infrastructure. This includes shore power, alternative fuel bunkering, and renewable energy. The company's Jebel Ali port uses renewable energy certificates and rooftop solar. Ports are recast as essential catalysts for the wider maritime energy transition. READ MORE

• Maersk and CATL global partnership: Maersk and battery giant CATL sign a strategic global logistics partnership. Maersk will be CATL's preferred partner for ocean and air freight. They will collaborate on electrifying logistics nodes using CATL's batteries. The partnership supports both companies' net-zero carbon goals. READ MORE

• APMT Mexico electric crane: APM Terminals receives a new fully electric Super-Post-Panamax crane. The crane at Lázaro Cárdenas has a 100-tonne lifting capacity. It is part of a terminal expansion to raise capacity to 2.2 million TEUs by 2026. This supports the port's modernization and low-emission infrastructure goals. READ MORE

• Europe's port financing challenge: An op-ed details the financing dilemma for municipally-owned European ports. EU regulations require massive investment in Onshore Power Supply (OPS). Swedish ports alone need an estimated €120-165 million for electrification. New business models and direct public investment are urgently needed. READ MORE

• Fredericia's new container terminal: ADP and Fredericia Shipping inaugurate a new container terminal in Denmark. The project more than doubles capacity with a 485-meter quay. The terminal is prepared for onshore power supply by 2027. It received over €6.7 million in EU CEF funding for development. READ MORE

  Vessel News

• Thames electric sightseeing vessel: The UK's first fully electric large sightseeing vessel prepares for the Thames. The Silver Raven can carry 250 passengers and features rapid charging. Its power solution uses the EST Floattech Octopus Series battery system. The project is part of the UK's Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition. READ MORE

• Interferry CEO on battery priority: Interferry's CEO states batteries are the top option for ferry decarbonization. Mike Corrigan called them the "first, second and third place option." He emphasized the critical lack of shore power infrastructure at ports. The industry also warns against potential double taxation from IMO and EU rules. READ MORE

• Heineken electric boat activation: Heineken partners with Blobfish for electric boat activations in Melbourne. Branded electric boats will operate on the Yarra River until March 2026. The activation targets major sporting events to drive brand awareness. It demonstrates the use of electric vessels for tourism and promotions. READ MORE

• Vietnam-Built hull for Norwegian vessel: The hull of Rem Offshore's Rem Pioneer subsea vessel departs Vietnam for Norway. The 117-meter low-emission vessel will be outfitted at Myklebust Verft. It will feature energy storage and shore power systems upon completion. The vessel is scheduled for delivery in August of 2026. READ MORE

OEMs

• Corvus Energy $60M investment: Marine battery maker Corvus Energy secures USD $60 million in growth capital. The investment is led by Morgan Stanley Investment Management. Funds will scale production and enhance the company's product range. Corvus has delivered over 1,300 systems totaling 1,300 MWh globally. READ MORE

• Leclanché's first cruise ship battery: Leclanché equips a hybrid ocean cruise vessel with a 4 MWh battery system. This is the inaugural installation of its Navius MRS-3 system on a cruise ship. The batteries will enable carbon-neutral operations in sensitive areas. The vessel was extended by 11 meters to accommodate the new energy systems. READ MORE

• Liebherr's electric cranes for Italy: Liebherr delivers four new electric mobile harbor cranes to Italian ports. The cranes, including two LHM 550 models, feature e-drive technology. They enable locally emission-free operation when connected to shore power. The deliveries support modernization and lower emissions at Italian terminals. READ MORE

• Hybrid systems on new vessels: An analysis highlights the synergy between energy storage and new fuels. Batteries help new fuel engines run more efficiently and reduce costs. Examples include Grimaldi's PCTC Grande Shanghai and Olympic's new SEVs. This integrated approach is key for advanced, low-emission vessel design. READ MORE

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