Classification


	February 19, 2026 Bureau Veritas grants approval in principle for five Hudong-Zhonghua gas carrier designs Approvals cover LNG and ethane carriers, an FSRU, carbon capture readiness and 3D classification.
	February 18, 2026 Anemoi Marine Technologies appoints Lloyd’s Register technical director to oversight committee Claudene Sharp-Patel brings maritime operational expertise to guide wind-assisted propulsion development.
	February 18, 2026 Capital Ship Management takes delivery of LNG-ready VLCC from Chinese yard The 307,000-dwt Aristotelis II features energy-saving devices and scrubber technology.
	February 18, 2026 RINA releases white paper on low-carbon fuels for maritime and aviation decarbonisation Classification society examines biofuels, hydrogen and e-fuels as regulatory frameworks accelerate compliance timelines.
	February 16, 2026 IMO committee agrees NOx certification rules for ammonia and hydrogen engines DNV reports PPR 13 also advanced a biofouling framework and crude oil tanker emission controls.
	February 13, 2026 Iberian Peninsula poised to overtake the Netherlands as Europe’s top LNG bunkering hub Spanish and Portuguese ports quadrupled ship-to-ship LNG supply in two years, data shows.
	February 13, 2026 Lloyd’s Register reports sharp rise in marine fuel quality failures in late 2025 December recorded the highest monthly off-specification cases, driven by sulphur, catalytic fines and flash point issues.
	February 13, 2026 Grimaldi takes delivery of eighth ammonia-ready car carrier Grande Michigan The 9,000-ceu vessel features 50% lower fuel consumption and 5 MWh battery capacity.
	February 12, 2026 ECSA calls for EU to withdraw shipping legislation once IMO reaches global agreement European shipowners' association urges Commission to clarify that regional measures are transitional pending an international framework.
	February 11, 2026 Global Fuel Supply unveils Blue Alliance tanker after Dubai upgrade works Marine fuel supplier completes intermediate survey and technical upgrades on vessel ahead of operational service.
	February 9, 2026 IBIA elects four board members for three-year terms Beumer, Campanella, Chung and Draffin join the board from 1 April 2026.
	February 9, 2026 Lloyd’s Register grants approval in principle to GTT’s CUBIQ LNG fuel tank design Classification society approves CUBIQ system designed to expand membrane-type LNG fuel tanks into commercial shipping.
	February 9, 2026 ICS to host webinar on regulatory framework for nuclear merchant ships International Chamber of Shipping event on 26 February will examine regulatory pathways for nuclear vessels.
	February 6, 2026 Norway enforces zero-emission rules for cruise ships in World Heritage fjords Passenger vessels under 10,000 GT must use zero-emission fuels in Geirangerfjord and Nærøyfjord from January 2026.
	February 4, 2026 HD Hyundai Heavy Industries receives design approval for 20,000-cbm LNG bunkering vessel Bureau Veritas grants approval in principle following joint development project with South Korean shipbuilder.
	February 4, 2026 Peninsula outlines dual role in FuelEU Maritime compliance at Lloyd’s Register panel Marine fuel supplier discusses challenges for shipowners and opportunities for suppliers under new regulation.
	February 4, 2026 LNG-fuelled container ships dominate January alternative-fuel vessel orders Container ships accounted for 16 of 20 alternative-fuelled vessels ordered in January, DNV reports.
	February 2, 2026 Lloyd’s Register publishes first guidance notes for onboard hydrogen generation systems Classification society addresses regulatory gap as shipowners explore producing hydrogen from alternative fuels onboard.
	February 2, 2026 Maritime industry shifts towards LNG as alternative fuel enthusiasm stalls Geopolitical concerns drive shipping leaders to prioritise established fuels over newer alternatives, survey finds.
	January 30, 2026 Hafnia and Socatra complete four-vessel methanol-ready tanker series with final delivery Ecomar Gironde marks completion of dual-fuel chemical tanker quartet built at Guangzhou Shipyard International.
	January 30, 2026 Vard completes concept design for nuclear-powered offshore construction vessel Shipbuilder says study confirms technical feasibility of integrating small fourth-generation reactor in DP vessel.
	January 29, 2026 Oshima Shipbuilding receives approval for multi-fuel-ready Ultramax bulk carrier design Lloyd’s Register grants approval in principle for 64,000-dwt vessel concept accommodating ammonia, methanol and LNG.
	January 27, 2026 Bound4blue installs first wind propulsion sails on Maersk Tankers vessel Spanish firm fits four 24-metre eSAIL units on Maersk Trieste under 20-sail contract.
	January 27, 2026 Keel laid for 298,000-dwt LNG dual-fuel VLCC Construction begins on crude oil tanker for Andes Tankers I Inc.
	January 26, 2026 2025 Marine Fuel Review \| Steve Bee, VPS VPS Group Marketing & Strategic Projects Director analyses fuel quality data from the past year.
	January 26, 2026 Spanish ports see fourfold increase in LNG bunkering volumes over two years Renewable bio-LNG accounted for 12% of marine fuel supplied in 2025, Gasnam data shows.
	January 22, 2026 Dalian Shipbuilding's wind-assisted LNG carrier design receives Bureau Veritas approval Design combines dual-fuel propulsion with foldable wing sails to cut emissions by 2,900 tonnes annually.
	January 19, 2026 Maritime Technologies Forum to host webinar on methanol dual-fuel ship inspection guidelines MTF webinar on 5 February will present recommendations from recently published safety inspection report.
	January 19, 2026 Steel cutting begins on 298,000-dwt LNG dual-fuel VLCC Chinese yard commences construction on sixth vessel in series for Andes Tankers II with DNV class oversight.
	January 19, 2026 Alternative fuel vessel orders maintain momentum despite softer 2025 market Lloyd's Register data shows 590 alternative-fuel vessels ordered in 2025, with LNG dominating.
	January 16, 2026 CIMC Raffles secures second subsea rock installation vessel order from Van Oord Chinese shipbuilder to construct methanol and biofuel-capable vessel with 35,000-tonne rock capacity.
	January 14, 2026 Singapore reports record marine fuel sales and container throughput in 2025 Port of Singapore handled 56.77 million tonnes of marine fuel, up 3.4% year-on-year.
	January 14, 2026 Grimaldi takes delivery of seventh ammonia-ready car carrier Grande Manila The 9,241-ceu vessel was delivered in Shanghai and begins Asia–Europe service this week.
	January 13, 2026 LNG-fuelled boxships sustain alternative fuel orderbook share despite market slowdown Alternative fuels maintained 38% of gross tonnage orders in 2025, driven by container segment.
	January 8, 2026 Lloyd's Register report examines hydrogen's potential and challenges for decarbonisation Classification society highlights fuel's promise alongside safety, infrastructure, and cost barriers limiting maritime adoption.
	January 8, 2026 BV Malaysia partners with Straits Bio-LNG on sustainable biomethane certification MoU aims to establish ISCC EU-certified biomethane production and liquefaction facility in strategic alliance.
	January 8, 2026 Bureau Veritas to host webinar on sustainable marine fuel transition challenges Classification society to address regulatory compliance, market trends, and investment strategies in February online event.
	January 2, 2026 Bureau Veritas and CMHI sign agreements to advance green and smart shipping solutions Classification society and Chinese shipbuilder strengthen partnership with cybersecurity and alternative fuel certifications.
	January 2, 2026 Steel cutting begins on 8,400-teu LNG dual-fuel container vessel Chinese yard commences construction on LNG-powered container ship with Lloyd's Register oversight.
	January 2, 2026 Keel laid for LNG dual-fuel crude oil tanker in China Ceremony held on 23 December for LNG-capable tanker under Lloyd’s Register class.
	December 31, 2025 New Times Shipbuilding begins steel cutting on 8,400-teu LNG dual-fuel boxship Chinese shipyard begins construction on vessel for CMA CGM with Lloyd's Register classification oversight.
	December 31, 2025 EU updates shipping company assignments under emissions trading system European Commission publishes revised list of administering authorities based on latest Thetis-MRV data.
	December 30, 2025 Bureau Veritas and C-Torq Marine Services sign MoU for hydrogen energy system development Partnership aims to secure approval in principle for W-VOLT120 hydrogen-based maritime power system.
	December 23, 2025 RINA approves design for Clippership's 24-metre autonomous wind-powered cargo vessel Classification society to supervise construction of zero-emission ship featuring twin rigid wings for transatlantic operations.
	December 23, 2025 Bureau Veritas classes first methanol dual-fuel boxship as CMA CGM takes delivery The 15,000-teu CMA CGM Antigone was built by CSSC Jiangnan Shipyard in China.
	December 22, 2025 HHI-EMD secures type approval for 5.4MW ammonia engine Lloyd's Register approves H32CDF-LA dual-fuel engine following three-day testing programme in Korea.
	December 18, 2025 RINA grants approval for Chinese nuclear-powered Arctic icebreaker design CSSC's multi-role vessel combines cargo transport and polar tourism with molten salt reactor propulsion.
	December 17, 2025 Amasus installs second bound4blue wind sail on general cargo vessel Dutch shipowner installs what is said to be the largest suction sail ever fitted to a general cargo vessel.
	December 17, 2025 DNV approves 21,700-teu container ship design with ammonia fuel capability Design by Zhoushan Changhong and CIMC ORIC can accommodate LNG or ammonia propulsion systems.
	December 17, 2025 CMB.Tech invests in Chinese ammonia supply chain ahead of fleet deliveries Belgian shipping group secures green ammonia offtake and takes stake in Andefu supply company.
	December 16, 2025 Lloyd's Register completes Europe's first major LNG cruise ship dry docks with Carnival Iona and Mardi Gras projects required 18 months of planning and in-service passenger inspections.
	December 15, 2025 Somtrans christens 8,000-cbm LNG bunker barge for Belgian and Dutch ports United LNG I designed for inland waterways and coastal operations up to Zeebrugge.
	December 15, 2025 CMA CGM names dual-fuel methanol vessel for Phoenician Express service CMA CGM Antigone to operate on BEX2 route connecting Asia, the Middle East and Mediterranean.
	December 12, 2025 Lloyd's Register, Exmar, and Belgium’s Federal Public Service develop interim guidelines for ammonia cargo as fuel Guidelines expected to receive formal IMO approval in May 2026, enabling ammonia use on gas carriers.
	December 12, 2025 DNV to lead Nordic roadmap Phase 2 for zero-carbon shipping transition Programme will identify green corridors and tackle cost barriers through new financing approaches.
	December 9, 2025 Imabari delivers 13,900-teu container ship with future-fuel readiness Japanese shipbuilder hands over One Synergy with methanol and ammonia conversion designs approved.
	December 5, 2025 DNV clarifies FuelEU Maritime flexibility mechanisms ahead of first reporting deadline Classification society explains banking, borrowing, and pooling options for vessel compliance balances.
	December 4, 2025 Hong Lam Marine lays keel for methanol-capable bunkering tanker in China Singapore-based Hong Lam Marine has begun construction of an alternative-fuel bunkering vessel at a Chinese shipyard.
	December 3, 2025 Methanol marine fuel reaches high technical readiness but faces cost barriers, DNV reports Classification society finds over 450 methanol-capable vessels operating or on order globally.
	December 2, 2025 Grimaldi takes delivery of fourth ammonia-ready car carrier Grande Istanbul Italian shipowner adds 9,241 CEU vessel to fleet for East Asia–Persian Gulf route.
	December 1, 2025 Maritime coalition gathers in Brussels to advance methane measurement and abatement technologies MAMII convenes shipowners, engine makers, and policymakers to accelerate methane reduction from LNG-fueled vessels.
	December 1, 2025 Sanfu Shipbuilding delivers final 3,500 TEU dual-fuel container ship to US owner Taizhou-based shipyard completes first batch of LNG-powered vessels with "zero accidents, zero delays".
	December 1, 2025 FuelEU Maritime regulation reshapes ship management contracts, DNV says DNV's Emissions Connect aims to provide neutral data for commercial negotiations under new rules.
	November 28, 2025 Singapore tops first global container port ranking by DNV and Menon Economics The port leads across all five assessment pillars in inaugural industry report.
	November 28, 2025 Marine fuel procurement becomes strategic imperative as regulatory pressures mount: LR Operators must adopt comprehensive fuel strategies amid supply constraints and compliance costs, says Lloyd's Register.
	November 27, 2025 Bound4blue establishes China production base for wind propulsion systems Spanish wind propulsion firm targets Asian shipbuilding market with outsourced manufacturing network.
	November 27, 2025 Nuclear-powered boxships could deliver $68m annual savings: Lloyd's Register Small modular reactors could eliminate fuel costs and carbon penalties while boosting cargo capacity, says report.
	November 27, 2025 Ammonia Energy Association releases gas detection whitepaper with Lloyd's Register input Lloyd's Register contributed expertise to new guidance on ammonia detection systems for the maritime sector.
	November 26, 2025 Covering the distance to shipping’s nuclear opportunities \| ABB The number of stakeholders engaging with nuclear ship propulsion in 2025 indicates that the maritime industry is eager to expand its options on net zero emissions.
	November 24, 2025 Rondal's Aero Wing Sail receives Lloyd's Register approval in principle Classification society grants AiP for rigid wing-sail concept designed for large yacht applications.
	November 20, 2025 Norwegian Car Carriers' LNG dual-fuel, ammonia-ready PCTC is named NOCC Pacific has received DNV's 'Ammonia-ready' notation, preparing it for the use of lower-carbon fuels.
	November 19, 2025 DNV and WMMF release guide to help shipowners navigate path to net-zero Guide offers practical roadmap for decarbonisation amid evolving regulations and commercial pressures.
	November 18, 2025 Gasum publishes daily price for FuelEU Maritime compliance units Nordic energy company aims to enhance transparency in the evolving regulation compliance market.
	November 11, 2025 MPA Singapore and DNV renew partnership to advance maritime decarbonisation and digitalisation Third MoU renewal focuses on zero-emission fuels, smart-ship systems, and talent development initiatives.
	November 11, 2025 AET orders two LNG dual-fuel Suezmax tankers from Samsung Heavy Industries Singapore-based tanker operator to expand dual-fuel fleet with vessels featuring advanced efficiency and emissions reduction technologies.
	November 10, 2025 Sea-LNG welcomes EU transport plan's recognition of methane decarbonisation pathway Industry coalition says STIP validates investments in LNG, bio-methane, and e-methane for shipping.
	November 6, 2025 DNV claims nuclear propulsion could offer viable route to maritime decarbonisation Classification society publishes white paper examining technological, regulatory, and commercial challenges facing nuclear-powered merchant vessels.
	November 6, 2025 European nuclear declaration signed for maritime decarbonisation Over 30 companies sign cooperation agreement to advance small modular reactor technologies for shipping.
	November 3, 2025 Flex Commodities hires Aicha Azad as trader in Dubai Bunker firm appoints multilingual trader with bunker trading and cargo operations experience.
	October 31, 2025 Grimaldi takes delivery of third ammonia-ready car carrier from Chinese shipyard Grande Melbourne is the third of seven vessels ordered from Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding for Asia-Europe service.
	October 22, 2025 Nuclear propulsion edging closer to commercial shipping, says Lloyd's Register Recent London event highlights progress on licensing and international cooperation for maritime nuclear power.
	October 20, 2025 Bureau Veritas to classify first hydrogen-powered general cargo vessels Contract covers 2+2 vessels being built by Gelibolu Shipyard with eCap Marine hydrogen systems.
	October 20, 2025 Lloyd's Register publishes first nuclear shipping guidance Classification society releases roadmap for nuclear technology adoption in commercial shipping and offshore industries.
	October 15, 2025 CMA CGM names dual-fuel methanol vessel for Asia-Mediterranean service The CMA CGM Helium has been deployed on the Phoenician Express route connecting multiple regions.
	October 14, 2025 Petroineos orders two new bunker vessels for southern France operations Vessels will handle conventional and low-carbon fuels, including biofuels and e-methanol, from 2028.
	October 9, 2025 Wallenius Sol joins Gasum's FuelEU Maritime compliance pool as bio-LNG generator Partnership aims to help shipping companies meet EU carbon intensity requirements through bio-LNG pooling.
	October 8, 2025 SEA-LNG claims LNG emissions cuts ahead of IMO meeting Coalition says methane slip reductions and biomethane growth support decarbonisation pathway.
	September 30, 2025 Safety guidelines released for methanol dual-fuel ship inspections New report provides 41 safety recommendations to address methanol's flammability, toxicity, and corrosivity challenges.
	September 23, 2025 World's largest methanol-powered RoRo ship delivered to CMES Vessel features world's first methanol-fuelled engine for a PCTC and the first Chinese-built methanol engine.
	September 18, 2025 Anthony Veder and Gasum expand bio-LNG partnership for FuelEU Maritime compliance Two LNG carriers join Nordic energy company's compliance pool as surplus generators.
	September 12, 2025 GTT unveils cubic LNG fuel tank design for boxships with BV approval New GTT CUBIQ design claims to reduce construction time and boost cargo capacity.
	September 10, 2025 EDF and LR propose financing solutions for trillion-dollar decarbonisation gap New report outlines three innovative concepts to unlock capital for clean fuels and infrastructure.
	September 10, 2025 LR and HD Hyundai Mipo develop 22,000 cbm LNG bunkering vessel design Classification society and shipyard collaborate on larger capacity vessel to meet growing demand.
	September 9, 2025 Bound4blue secures first LPG carrier contract with BWEK for wind propulsion system Spanish wind technology firm to install 24-metre eSAIL on Helena Kosan in 2026.
	September 9, 2025 MOL secures approval for LNG carriers with four wind-assisted propulsion systems Japanese shipping company claims new design could cut fuel consumption by up to 30%.
	September 8, 2025 GES and RINA partner to develop hydrogen battery prototype for marine applications Italian energy storage company secures €61.5m EU funding for hybrid technology development.
	September 1, 2025 Grimaldi takes delivery of 9,000 CEU car carrier with 50% fuel reduction Grande Shanghai is second ammonia-ready vessel in Italian shipping group's fleet.
	August 27, 2025 Viking Line runs vessels on bio-LNG for Gasum's FuelEU Maritime compliance pool Partnership aims to boost compliance supply as demand for FuelEU Maritime pooling increases.
	July 14, 2025 Elenger enters Polish LNG bunkering market with ferry refuelling operation Baltic energy firm completes maiden truck-to-ship LNG delivery in Gdansk.
	June 27, 2025 Uni-Tankers vessel gets wind-assisted propulsion Fourth tanker sails with VentoFoil units as manufacturer says suction wing technology is gaining traction.
	January 27, 2025 Bureau Veritas supports launch of CIMC SOE's LNG bunkering vessel Handover of Seaspan Energy's cutting-edge 7,600-cbm vessel completed.
	May 17, 2024 Bunker Holding launches carbon insetting capability Supplier aims to help buyers overcome the relative higher cost of alternative fuels via cost sharing.
	April 5, 2023 V-Bunkers unveils Singapore's first electric-hybrid bunker tanker Second vessel scheduled for delivery in Q2.
	April 1, 2023 MF Hydra becomes world's first liquid hydrogen vessel Vessel to transport passengers between Hjelmeland and Nesvik.