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February 23, 2026
Hercules Tanker Management takes delivery of second Ultra-Spec vessel in China Hercules Elisabeth is the second of 10 hybrid-ready tankers designed for alternative fuels. |
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February 20, 2026
RMK Marine to equip Celsius LNG bunker vessel with gas combustion unit Turkish shipbuilder adds specialised equipment to support cool-down and gassing-up operations for LNG vessels. |
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February 20, 2026
Cochin Shipyard signs contract with CMA CGM for six LNG-fuelled container vessels Indian shipbuilder to construct vessels for French shipping company. |
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February 19, 2026
Wärtsilä Gas Solutions wins LNG systems order for two 20,000-cbm bunkering vessels Technology group’s systems will be installed on vessels being built at a Chinese shipyard for a Hong Kong owner. |
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February 19, 2026
Godby Shipping orders two Stream RoRo 1700 vessels with green technology focus Finnish operator places order at CIMC Raffles, with options for two additional ships. |
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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. |
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February 17, 2026
Halten Bulk orders wind-assisted bulk carriers with rotor sails from Chinese yard Norwegian operator contracts two vessels with options for two more at SOHO Marine. |
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February 16, 2026
Tsuneishi Shipbuilding delivers methanol dual-fuel container vessel from China yard Japanese shipbuilder says delivery marks expansion of alternative-fuel vessel production beyond Japan. |
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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. |
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February 12, 2026
Ulstein Verft completes sea trials for Genesis Sea CSOV ahead of spring delivery The 89.6-metre vessel features hybrid battery propulsion and preparations for green methanol operation. |
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February 12, 2026
Kongsberg Maritime launches S-4L waterjet series with Gotland ferry order Hydrogen-ready Horizon X ferry to feature new propulsion technology on Swedish route. |
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February 12, 2026
Synergy Marine Group takes technical management of two Yang Ming LNG dual-fuel newbuilds Singapore-based ship manager assumes responsibility for 15,500-teu container vessels delivered from Hyundai Heavy Industries. |
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February 12, 2026
Austal begins construction of hydrogen-ready ferry for Swedish operator Shipbuilder cuts first steel for 130-metre Horizon X vessel at Philippines facility. |
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February 11, 2026
CIMC SOE secures orders for three LNG bunkering vessels Chinese shipbuilder adds two 20,000 cbm and one 18,900 cbm LNG bunkering vessels to order book. |
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February 10, 2026
Maersk orders eight 18,600-teu dual-fuel vessels for 2029-2030 delivery A.P. Moller-Maersk signs shipbuilding agreement with New Times Shipbuilding in China. |
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February 9, 2026
Cosulich begins construction of fourth methanol-ready bunker tanker in China Steel cutting for Natalia Cosulich marks completion of the group’s new alternative fuel-capable vessel series. |
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February 6, 2026
NYK signs long-term charter deals with Cheniere for new LNG carriers Japanese shipping company partners with Ocean Yield for vessels to be delivered from 2028. |
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February 6, 2026
Sallaum Lines takes delivery of LNG-powered container vessel MV Ocean Legacy Shipping company receives new dual-fuel vessel from Chinese shipyard as part of fleet modernisation programme. |
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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. |
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February 4, 2026
GNV takes delivery of second LNG-powered vessel Aurora from Chinese shipyard Vessel to enter service on Genoa–Palermo route in April, completing first fleet renewal phase. |
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February 3, 2026
Maersk takes delivery of first methanol-capable vessel in 9,000-teu series Tangier Maersk is the first of six mid-size container ships with methanol-capable dual-fuel engines. |
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February 3, 2026
MOL secures two 12,000-cbm CO2 carriers for Northern Lights expansion Japanese shipowner to deliver vessels in 2028 for cross-border carbon transport and storage project. |
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February 3, 2026
MOL and ONGC sign 15-year charter deal for two ethane carriers Japanese shipowner expands fleet to 16 vessels with newbuildings scheduled for delivery in 2028. |
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February 2, 2026
Jiangnan Shipyard secures order for four LNG carriers from Shell Chinese yard to build 175,000-cbm vessels for delivery between 2028 and 2029. |
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January 30, 2026
Stena RoRo orders C-Flexer RoRo vessels with battery-hybrid propulsion for 2029 delivery Swedish shipowner places order with China Merchants Industry for next-generation vessels designed by NAOS. |
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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. |
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January 28, 2026
Wärtsilä to supply ammonia engine for Skarv Shipping newbuild in China Norwegian operator’s vessel will be the first newbuild to use Wärtsilä 25 Ammonia solution. |
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January 27, 2026
CIMC Raffles delivers 7,000-car LNG-fuelled carrier 70 days ahead of schedule Norwegian Car Carriers takes delivery of dual-fuel PCTC NOCC Adriatic from Chinese shipyard. |
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January 27, 2026
Keel laid for 298,000-dwt LNG dual-fuel VLCC Construction begins on crude oil tanker for Andes Tankers I Inc. |
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January 26, 2026
Union Maritime takes delivery of world’s first LNG- and wind-powered LR2 tanker MT SPA features dual-fuel capability and WindWings technology, with second sister vessel on order. |
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January 23, 2026
Petrobras and Transpetro order 41 vessels worth $470m for fleet renewal Brazilian state oil companies contract gas carriers, barges and pushboats from domestic shipyards. |
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January 20, 2026
LNG-fuelled ships account for 79% of alternative fuel orders in 2025, SEA-LNG reports Industry coalition highlights decade of progress and over $150bn investment in methane-based marine fuels. |
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January 20, 2026
Jiangnan Shipyard secures orders for 16 vessels across three deals in January Chinese yard signs contracts for ammonia carriers, LNG carriers, and container ships with EPS and Cosco. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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January 16, 2026
Imabari Shipbuilding delivers 7,000-unit LNG-fuelled car carrier Japanese shipbuilder hands over vessel claiming 25-30% CO₂ reduction versus conventional heavy oil-fuelled ships. |
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January 15, 2026
NYK takes delivery of dual-fuel LPG carrier with ammonia capability Lucent Pathfinder is the seventh LPG-fuelled VLGC ordered by the Japanese shipping company. |
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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. |
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January 14, 2026
Maersk takes delivery of final 17,480-teu dual-fuel containership Barcelona Maersk completes six-vessel class built with HD Hyundai Heavy Industries in South Korea. |
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January 14, 2026
Hartman Seatrade orders Wärtsilä 31 engine for new heavy lift vessel Dutch operator selects fuel-efficient engine and propulsion package for 3,800-dwt newbuild at Rock Shipbuilding. |
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January 7, 2026
Sallaum Lines takes delivery of LNG-fuelled car carrier MV Ocean Explorer The 200-metre vessel was built by Fujian Mawei Shipbuilding with dual-fuel propulsion systems. |
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January 7, 2026
Acta Marine takes delivery of methanol-ready offshore wind vessel Acta Pegasus Vessel features dual-fuel engines and battery storage for French offshore wind operations. |
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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. |
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January 2, 2026
Keel laid for 155,500-dwt LNG dual-fuel crude oil tanker Chinese shipyard begins construction on Suezmax tanker, with Maran and ABS staff in attendance. |
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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. |
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December 30, 2025
Ocean Network Express names sixth methanol and ammonia-ready container ship ONE Satisfaction is a 13,800-teu vessel scheduled for delivery in February 2026. |
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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. |
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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. |
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December 22, 2025
Corvus Energy wins largest-ever contract for seven electric Scottish ferries Battery systems supplier secures record order from Remontowa Shipbuilding for CMAL's Small Vessel Replacement Program. |
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December 17, 2025
Wärtsilä to supply biodiesel-capable engines for AMAGGI's two new Amazon pusher tugs Brazilian operator orders fuel-flexible engines for vessels designed to push 20 barges on inland waterways. |
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December 17, 2025
AYK Energy secures second battery contract with Mureloil for chemical tankers Spanish ship owner orders hybrid propulsion systems for two 8,000-dwt vessels transporting biofuels and methanol. |
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December 16, 2025
Union Maritime orders Anemoi rotor sails for two chemical tanker newbuilds Wind propulsion technology to help shipowner exceed IMO 2030 greenhouse gas reduction targets. |
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December 15, 2025
Hapag-Lloyd orders eight methanol-powered container ships worth over $500m German carrier signs deal with CIMC Raffles for 4,500-teu vessels for 2028-29 delivery. |
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December 9, 2025
Landmark methanol-powered bunkering vessel departs shipyard World's first methanol-powered IMO II chemical bunker tanker begins operations after completion of construction phase. |
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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. |
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December 8, 2025
Japanese shipbuilder delivers LNG-fuelled Capesize bulk carrier Imabari Shipbuilding completes 209,000-dwt vessel with dual-fuel capability and enhanced environmental performance. |
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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. |
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December 3, 2025
Avenir LNG secures $128 million financing for two LNG bunkering newbuilds Fearnley Securities acted as financial advisor on the pre- and post-delivery financing deal. |
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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. |
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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". |
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November 28, 2025
Private Chinese shipbuilder plans to deliver eight dual-fuel boxships Yangzi Xinfu is fully booked until May 2029 and expected to post annual sales revenue exceeding $1.4 billion. |
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November 28, 2025
Østensjø Rederi orders methanol-ready tug from Spanish shipyard Norwegian operator contracts Astilleros Gondán for vessel with diesel-electric hybrid propulsion system. |
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November 25, 2025
SIPG orders Wärtsilä systems for new LNG bunker vessel Shanghai International Port Group orders integrated cargo handling and fuel systems from Wärtsilä. |
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November 25, 2025
MISC orders two LNG dual-fuel Suezmax tankers as part of fleet renewal Malaysian shipowner expands dual-fuel fleet with newbuilds backed by long-term charters. |
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November 25, 2025
HD Hyundai secures $1.46bn order for eight LNG dual-fuel container ships South Korean shipbuilder reports highest container ship order volume since 2007 supercycle. |
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November 24, 2025
Meyer Turku starts first main engine on Legend of the Seas cruise ship Finnish shipbuilder fires up Wärtsilä engine ahead of 2025 Royal Caribbean delivery. |
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November 21, 2025
Wärtsilä secures sixth hybrid propulsion order from Aasen Shipping for bulk carrier series Norwegian shipowner orders integrated system for 9,500 DWT vessel under construction at Royal Bodewes. |
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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. |
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November 11, 2025
NextDF engines achieve 0.9% methane slip for Ibaizabal's LNG bunkering vessel Factory tests show methane emissions far below FuelEU Maritime threshold on newbuild. |
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November 3, 2025
Imabari Shipbuilding delivers LNG-fuelled car carrier to NYK Line Padma Leader expected to achieve up to 30% CO2 reduction through dual-fuel propulsion and exhaust gas recirculation. |
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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. |
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October 30, 2025
Yang Ming finalizes contracts for six methanol dual-fuel-ready boxships Taiwanese carrier signs deals with Japanese shipbuilders for vessels scheduled for delivery from 2028. |
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October 30, 2025
China's first newbuild dual-fuel methanol bunkering vessel launched in Zhoushan Da Qing 268 can supply methanol and conventional fuels to ships at anchorage. |
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October 29, 2025
Hapag-Lloyd completes newbuild programme with delivery of dual-fuel vessel German carrier christens Wilhelmshaven Express, marking completion of 12-vessel Hamburg Express class series. |
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October 27, 2025
Avenir LNG begins construction of second 20,000 cbm bunkering vessel in China Steel cutting ceremony marks start of construction for Hull S1124 at Nantong CIMC facility. |
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October 17, 2025
HMM orders 12 LNG dual-fuel containerships 13,000 TEU sister ships to be built to run on liquefied natural gas. |
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October 16, 2025
Disney takes delivery of LNG-fuelled cruise ship German shipbuilder hands over sixth vessel built for Disney in long-running partnership. |
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October 15, 2025
CMA CGM signs letter of intent for six LNG-powered containerships from Indian shipyard French shipping group becomes first international carrier to order LNG vessels from India. |
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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. |
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October 1, 2025
Everllence secures propulsion package order for five 8,400 TEU boxships Asian shipbuilder orders complete dual-fuel engine systems for newbuild container vessel series. |
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September 25, 2025
Vale charters 10 methanol-powered ore carriers in decarbonisation push Brazilian mining giant takes newbuild vessels equipped with Everllence dual-fuel engines. |
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September 25, 2025
Grimaldi takes delivery of second ammonia-ready car carrier 9,000-CEU vessel joins fleet with 50% lower fuel consumption than earlier-generation carriers. |
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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. |
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September 23, 2025
Deme orders methanol-ready vessel to boost cable installation capacity Belgian contractor invests up to €150m in new vessel for subsea cable operations. |
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September 23, 2025
French patrol vessel with wind-assisted propulsion enters construction phase Steel cutting ceremony marks construction start for hybrid maritime patrol vessel at Socarenam shipyard. |
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September 23, 2025
Sperry Marine wins contract for hydrogen-powered autonomous-ready Samskip ships Navigation systems provider to supply integrated bridge systems for two container ships scheduled for 2027 delivery. |
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September 18, 2025
Yang Ming orders seven LNG dual-fuel container ships from Hanwha Ocean Taiwanese shipping line contracts Korean shipbuilder for 16,000 TEU vessels with ammonia-ready capability. |
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September 15, 2025
Hong Lam Marine takes delivery of Artizen tanker in Japan Singapore-based firm receives new vessel from Kegoya Shipyard. |
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September 15, 2025
Methanol-fuelled Green Handy ships pass model tests ahead of 2026 construction Baltic carrier reports model testing exceeded performance targets for 17,000 dwt methanol-powered vessels. |
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September 9, 2025
Construction begins on Royal Caribbean's fourth Icon-class ship Vessel is latest addition to Royal Caribbean's fleet of LNG-fuelled cruise ships. |
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September 9, 2025
BS Offshore takes delivery of methanol-ready CSOV Vessel features hybrid battery propulsion and TWIN X-STERN design for enhanced fuel efficiency. |
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September 8, 2025
Yara Clean Ammonia begins construction of world's first ammonia-powered container ship Steel cutting ceremony marks start of construction for Yara Eyde vessel on Oslo-Rotterdam route. |
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September 5, 2025
IceChem Tankers orders four methanol-ready chemical tankers for North Atlantic trades Partners TB Marine and Ektank to deliver 22,000 dwt vessels between fall 2026 and summer 2027. |
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September 5, 2025
Sanmar advances construction of world's largest methanol-powered escort tug Vessel destined for Canadian operations, setting new benchmark for sustainable towage operations. |
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September 3, 2025
CMA CGM takes delivery of fifth dual-fuel methanol containership CMA CGM Mercury joins 13,000 TEU series as part of 12-vessel programme. |
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September 3, 2025
Wärtsilä wins repeat order for ethane carrier systems from Samsung Heavy Finnish group to provide cargo handling and fuel gas supply systems for five vessels bound for Thailand route. |
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September 2, 2025
Caravel Group and Celsius Tankers form JV to order two 20,000 cbm LNG bunkering vessels Partnership orders first vessels for delivery in 2027 to support decarbonisation efforts. |
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September 1, 2025
Seaspan orders twelve LNG-ready container vessels from Chinese shipyards Vessels scheduled for delivery by end of 2028 under long-term charter agreement. |
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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. |
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August 28, 2025
Tsuneishi launches methanol-fuelled boxship as part of carbon neutrality push 5,900 TEU vessel is the Japanese shipbuilder's largest container carrier to date. |
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August 27, 2025
Cosulich Marine Energy lays keel for methanol-ready bunker tanker 7,999 DWT vessel under construction at Chinese shipyard features advanced coating and emission-reduction technology. |
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July 14, 2025
Itochu orders 5,000 cbm ammonia bunker vessel Japanese firm targets Singapore demonstration after October 2027, with Zeta Bunkering lined up to perform deliveries. |
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July 10, 2025
Fratelli Cosulich begins construction of second methanol-ready bunker tanker Italian firm starts steel cutting for 7,999 DWT chemical bunker vessel. |
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February 11, 2025
H-Line Shipping orders LNG bunkering vessel Vessel with 18,000-cbm capacity to run on both LNG and MDO. |
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September 18, 2024
Peninsula CEO seals deal to build LNG bunker vessel Agreement signed through shipping company Hercules Tanker Management. |
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April 5, 2023
V-Bunkers unveils Singapore's first electric-hybrid bunker tanker Second vessel scheduled for delivery in Q2. |
