DACT Launches Damietta Terminal: Damietta Alliance Container Terminals (DACT), a joint venture including Hapag-Lloyd, has launched commercial operations at Egypt's Port of Damietta. The new Terminal 2 aims to be a strategic transshipment hub for the East Mediterranean, boasting a 1.5 km quay and 16 STS cranes. The terminal's phased opening will see capacity ramp up to 3.3 million TEU by early 2027. READ MORE

Port Tarragona Tenders OPS Study: Port of Tarragona is tendering a study for its OPS plan, a key part of its ProjecteRethink sustainability strategy. The plan aims to provide shore power to cruise ships, container vessels, and other cargo ships, reducing emissions at berth. The tender, valued at €119,790, will define the technical requirements for a 2030 rollout. READ MORE

UK Project Taps Hybrid Microgrids: A UK project is exploring hybrid microgrids for port and airport power resilience, combining solar, battery storage, and traditional generation. The initiative, led by the Energy Systems Catapult, aims to ensure stable power for critical infrastructure like ports while integrating more renewables. READ MORE

Fremantle Port Goes Electric: Patrick Terminals has completed a major electrification project at Australia's Fremantle Port, backed by the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA). The program replaced 12 diesel straddle carriers with fully electric versions and installed charging infrastructure. This move is expected to cut diesel consumption by 40% and reduce emissions at the port. READ MORE

Stockholm-Turku Green Corridor Progress: The Ports of Stockholm and Turku, with Viking Line, mark two years of progress on their green shipping corridor. The collaboration focuses on developing infrastructure for fossil-free fuels and creating scalable solutions for sustainable shipping. READ MORE

Meyer Turku Unveils Net-Zero Ship: Meyer Turku has unveiled its AVATAR concept for a net-zero emission cruise ship, a significant leap in sustainable vessel design. The concept relies on a combination of innovative technologies, including advanced fuel cells and battery systems, to eliminate emissions. READ MORE

Candela Hydrofoil's Record Journey: Candela's P-12 electric hydrofoiling ferry completed a record 160-nautical-mile journey, proving the viability of long-range electric sea travel. The vessel's computer-controlled hydrofoils reduce energy consumption by ~80% compared to conventional ships. This achievement challenges the range limitations of traditional electric ferries.

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Senesco to Build $78.6M Hybrid Ferry: Senesco Marine won a $78.6M contract to build a next-gen diesel-electric hybrid ferry for the Delaware River and Bay Authority. The vessel will operate on the Cape May-Lewes route, carrying 400 passengers and 75 vehicles. It's projected to cut fuel use by 35% and reduce annual CO₂ emissions by 2,025 tons. READ MORE

China's Tianhe Hybrid Boat: A new 600-passenger hybrid sightseeing boat, Tianhe No 001, has begun service on China's Songhua River. The 58-meter catamaran features a 2,000 kWh battery pack, allowing for up to 4 hours of all-electric navigation. READ MORE

Alaska Faces EV Shipping Bottleneck: Alaska is facing a significant bottleneck in shipping electric vehicles due to safety concerns over lithium-ion battery fire risks. All major barge companies have halted EV transport, leaving the state ferry system as the only option, with a ~3-month wait. READ MORE

Wasaline's Aurora Botnia Shatters Battery Record: Wasaline's Aurora Botnia now boasts the world's largest battery capacity on a RoPax vessel after a major upgrade from 2.2 MWh to 12.6 MWh. The project, managed by Wärtsilä with batteries from AYK Energy, enhances the ferry's efficiency on its Vaasa-Umeå route. READ MORE

TEC Container's Shore Power Cuts CO₂: TEC Container's shore power installation at the Port of Palma prevented 277-289 tons of CO₂ emissions in 2025. The system supplied 401 MWh of electricity to berthed vessels, including Baleària's LNG-powered Eleanor Roosevelt. READ MORE

Lehmann Marine Powers Hamburg's E-Ferries: Lehmann Marine is supplying 3.8 MWh modular LFP battery systems for HADAG's new all-electric ferries in Hamburg. The CUBE energy storage system's modular design allows for flexible and scalable power for the 250-passenger vessels. This project marks a major milestone for Lehmann Marine and serves as a blueprint for urban maritime electrification. READ MORE

Iberdrola Electrifies Spanish Ports: Iberdrola is driving port decarbonization in Spain with Onshore Power Supply (OPS) projects in Vigo, Alicante, and Pasaia, all using 100% renewable energy. The company has also partnered with Marinas de España to electrify marinas nationwide. Through its UK subsidiary ScottishPower, Iberdrola is also pioneering battery-powered vessels for offshore wind farm maintenance. READ MORE

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