Equipment

WinGD methanol engine passes sea trial

With the eco-friendly ship market rapidly growing, Swiss engine manufacturer WinGD—majority-owned by China’s state-run CSSC—is making solid progress toward commercializing its methanol dual-fuel engine technology. R..

News > Equipment > 2025-06-25 18:01:07

Smarter, Faster, Cheaper: Korea Unveils Hybrid Welding Tech for LNG Fuel Tanks

KITECH develops AI-integrated HLAW process optimized for cryogenic nickel steel South Korea’s Korea Institute of Industrial Technology (KITECH) has developed an advanced welding process that could transform the way LNG fuel tan..

News > Equipment > 2025-06-25 14:54:32

World’s First Ammonia-Fueled Vessel Launched

Korean Shipbuilder, Chinese Engine Tech, and European Shipowner Forge a Decarbonization Milestone - HD Hyundai Mipo fits Exmar’s LPG/ammonia carrier with X-DF-A engine - WinGD: “Up to 90% GHG reduction” – 30 ..

News > Equipment > 2025-06-20 14:41:12

Chinese-backed WinGD to supply ammonia angines for Korean-built ships

WinGD, a Swiss marine engine developer with China’s state-owned CSSC as its largest shareholder, announced on June 12 that it will supply its ‘X-DF-A’ ammonia fuel engines for four medium gas carriers (MGC) being built..

News > Equipment > 2025-06-20 11:57:57

Brine vs. Battery Fires

Smyril Line deploys world-first EV firefighting system at sea Supercooled saltwater tech takes aim at growing lithium-ion threats on ropax vessels Amid rising fire risks from electric vehicles aboard ferries and car carriers, Faroes..

News > Equipment > 2025-06-20 08:34:21

Solvang Goes Full Throttle on CCS Retrofits

Seven VLGC newbuildings to get carbon capture systems by 2026 BlackRock-backed JV signals industrial-scale decarbonisation shift Norwegian LPG giant Solvang has taken a decisive step into the next frontier of maritime decarbonisatio..

News > Equipment > 2025-06-20 08:29:16

World’s First Ammonia Dual-Fuel Engine Installed on Exmar Vessel

HD Hyundai Mipo leads green shipping milestone Exmar installs first engine on 46,000-cbm LPG-ammonia carrier China-based WinGD reports 30 orders, targets 2026 maiden voyage Korea-Europe-China partnership marks key step in maritime ..

News > Equipment > 2025-06-20 08:18:05

HD Hyundai to develop fuel cell tech for cruse ships

In the decarbonization era, HD Hyundai sets to develop fuel cell technology for cruise ships. The South Korean conglomerate announced on June 19 that its affiliates HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE), HD Hyund..

News > Equipment > 2025-06-19 10:22:09

Michelin-backed Marine Fuel Cell Emerges from Singapore

Start-up Proteus Energy unveils compact hydrogen solution, targeting harbour craft and coastal vessels Singapore-based clean maritime technology start-up Proteus Energy is entering the commercial stage with a next-generation marine f..

News > Equipment > 2025-06-19 08:50:37

“Old Bulkers on the Way Out” - Time for K-Shipbuilding to Pivot

22% drop in sub-15-year-old bulk tonnage projected by 2028 Efficiency, emissions, and regulations pushing aging fleet toward early exit New opportunities emerging for Korean builders, repair yards, and recyclers As aging vessels fa..

News > Equipment > 2025-06-19 08:28:16