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Dear readers, this week Wärtsilä is equipping four Dutch hybrid vessels, while the US Navy backs UWM's $1.2M electric ship research. Net Zero Marine partners with TotalEnergies for renewable shore power, complementing Portsmouth's £80M electrification project. From Porsche's record speedboat to Vilnius' solar ferries, and from Marine Group's e-tug conversion to Port Nelson's $17M e-crane, these developments showcase the sector's rapid electrification across commercial, recreational and port operations. Enjoy this edition!

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Port News

• Portsmouth's shore power: ABB nears completion of 16MVA shore power installation at Portsmouth International Port. The £80M Sea Change project will eliminate 20,000 tons of CO₂ annually from docked vessels. System includes five connection points per ferry berth to accommodate Brittany Ferries' new hybrids. READ MORE

• Net Zero Marine's renewable power: Net Zero Marine partners with TotalEnergies for 100% REGO-certified renewable shore power. Initial project at Denton Wharf will reduce Svitzer's emissions by 280,000kg annually. The agreement establishes model for clean energy supply to maritime charging infrastructure. READ MORE

• ZEPA expands with PSA: PSA Antwerp becomes latest member of Zero Emissions Port Alliance (ZEPA). The collaboration aims to standardize electric straddle carriers and charging protocols. PSA targets 50% emissions reduction by 2030 through equipment electrification. READ MORE

• US maritime grants: DOT awards $35.7M BUILD grants for critical port infrastructure projects. Bristol Port Terminal receives $25M for dock reconstruction and rail upgrades. Funding follows $29.75M first round supporting Alaskan and Hawaiian port projects. READ MORE

• Ibiza's superyacht hub: IGY Marina completes €5M upgrade including shore power for 150m vessels. New breakwater repairs restore 200m of cruise ship berthing space in La Marina district. Project expected to generate €30.4M economic impact through extended tourist season. READ MORE

• Tilbury's EV charging: Construction begins on Fleete's 5MW commercial EV charging hub at Port of Tilbury. The UK's largest dedicated HGV charging facility will feature 16 rapid chargers. £1M government funding supports Thames Freeport's green logistics ambitions. READ MORE

• Port Nelson's e-crane: Port Nelson commissions New Zealand's first electric Liebherr LHM600E crane. The $17M investment reduces port emissions by 22% through 85% electric operation. Project received $875,000 government support from Low Emission Transport Fund. READ MORE

Vessel News

• Wärtsilä's Dutch hybrids: Wärtsilä secures major order to supply integrated hybrid propulsion systems for four new Vertom vessels. The solution combines Wärtsilä 25 engines with battery systems and EcoControl optimization for fuel savings up to 20%. Vessels will operate on Europe-Caribbean routes from 2027, featuring shore power connectivity for zero-emission port stays. READ MORE

• UWM's Navy-funded research: University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee receives $1.2M Navy grant for compact electric ship power systems. Research focuses on high-density energy solutions with applications for both naval and commercial vessels. Project includes virtual prototyping with Arizona State University to accelerate development timelines. READ MORE

• Porsche's record speedboat: Frauscher x Porsche 850 Fantom sets new electric speed record at Monaco Energy Boat Challenge. The 536hp system adapted from Porsche's Macan EV achieves 57mph average speed during competition. Demonstrates potential for automotive EV components in marine applications with 270kW fast charging. READ MORE

• Vilnius' e-passenger ships: Luminor Bank provides €1.65M financing for Vilnius' fleet of four electric passenger vessels. First ship "Nerimi" begins service July 25 on Business Triangle to Mindaugas Bridge route. The 30-passenger vessels will operate emission-free on Neris River using overnight charging. READ MORE

• Marine Group's e-tug: Marine Group Boat Works completes diesel-to-electric conversion of yard tug Marco V. The $752,000 retrofit uses four Torqeedo Deep Blue 100i motors with overnight charging. Project serves as prototype for standardized electrification packages for small workboats. READ MORE

Upcoming Events

1. Electric & Hybrid Marine Expo North America 2025
   August 20-21 | Chicago, USA LINK

2. London International Shipping Week 2025
   September 15–19 | London, UK LINK

3. Maritime Hybrid, Electric & Hydrogen Fuel Cells Conference 2025
   October 14-16 | Bergen, Norway LINK

4. Decarbonising the future shore to ship
   October 15-17 | Valletta, Malta LINK

5. Europort 2025
   November 4-7 | Rotterdam, Netherlands LINK

6. Shore Power Summit
   November 12-13 | Rotterdam, Netherlands LINK

7. Smart Digital Ports of the Future Europe 2025
   November 12-13 | Amsterdam, Netherlands LINK

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