Nordion Energi is investing in a new biogas liquefaction plant in the Port of Gothenburg.
- To be completed in autumn 2026
- Initially delivering 250 GWh of liquefied biogas (LBG) annually.
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The European Commission has published Italy’s exemptions under the FuelEU Maritime Regulation (EU 2023/1805), which promotes renewable and low-carbon fuels in maritime transport.
Italy will exempt:
- Ports on small islands (see list here).
- Ships and routes under public service contracts or obligations, operating between mainland ports before the regulation took effect.
These exemptions are based on information submitted by Italy to the Commission.
Photo: MOBY TOMMY is one of the ferries exempted under the FuelEU Maritime Regulation, operating key routes like Civitavecchia–Olbia and Genova–Porto Torres between October and May, ensuring essential services remain uninterrupted. (photo: Moby)
Digital twin technology is revolutionizing industries, offering a risk-free, cost-effective way to analyze and optimize operations. Its potential for the maritime sector is vast but underexplored.
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Baleària continues to expand its connections to Algeria with a new route, between Valencia and Oran, which started on 18 December.
Baleària now has three weekly departures to Algeria, and soon four.
- Valencia-Mostaganem (which has been operating since 2016)
- Valencia-Algiers (which began operating in October 2024)
- Valencia-Oran
- Barcelona-Algiers (starting 15 January 2025)
Competition is rising on the Spain to Algeria routes, with the traditional State-owned Algerie Ferries, Baleària, Naviera Armas and newbee Nouris Elbahr Ferries (with the chartered CRACOVIA on Alicante and Marseille).
Next year, Norwegian ferry company Bastø Fosen will become Torghatten Sør.
- The Torghatten Group is rebranding the shipping companies within the company. The Torghatten Group consists of the shipping companies Bastø Fosen, Torghatten Midt and Torghatten Nord.
- Bastø Fosen operates in the Oslofjord between Horten and Moss. The company has been part of the Torghatten family since 1995.
- Torghatten has approximately 90 vessels and 1,200 employees, operating 50 ferry and high-speed ferry routes in Norway.
DFDS, set to become Jersey’s new ferry operator, unveiled the vessels to serve the island:
- HSC TARIFA JET – Incat 043 – built 1997 – 700 pax and 150 cars
- HSC LEVANTE JET – Incat 068 – built 2015 – 675 pax and 151 cars
- RoPax STENA VINGA –built 2005/2010 – 400 pax and 200 cars – 108 beds -1,235/1,538 lane metres
The other Channel Island, Guernsey, will be deserved by Brittany Ferries / Condor Ferries.
Gotlandsbolaget is taking a giant step towards achieving climate-neutral crossings between Gotland and the mainland by 2045
Partnering with Andion CH4 Renewables and Equitix New Generation Fund, Gotlandsbolaget is investing in a state-of-the-art biogas plant near Eskilstuna, scheduled to produce high-quality liquefied biogas (LBG) by the end of 2026.
Key highlights:
- 5,400 tonnes of high-quality LBG annually.
- A 10-year agreement with Destination Gotland to purchase the majority of the plant’s output.
- 100,000 tonnes of CO₂ reduction over a decade compared to fossil LNG.
Photo: Mike Louagie
BC Ferries has now formally submitted its plan to build five New Major Vessels (NMVs) to the BC Ferries Commissioner for approval. [press release]
- The NMV project proposes to replace four aging vessels and add one new vessel to the fleet, adding critical space on the busiest routes between Metro Vancouver and Vancouver Island.
- This will reduce wait times and boost overall capacity by up to 28% for passengers and 19% for vehicles.
- The first of these vessels is expected to enter service in 2029, with five operational by 2031.
- The public can provide feedback until mid-January 2025.
- Sigrid Kviteberg brings over 30 years of experience in maritime and technology.
- Former leader at AdonisHR, a maritime HR solutions provider, now part of Ripple Operations.
- Role: Chief Operations Officer and Head of Client Services.
- Enhancing client satisfaction and operational efficiency.
- Driving innovation in maritime HR solutions.
- Supporting Ripple Operations’ mission to empower maritime organisations by prioritising their workforce.
- Collaborating with the leadership team to deliver world-class HR solutions globally.
Source: Press Release
Attica Group announced a strategic partnership with Orbyt Global and Telenor Maritime to enhance telecommunication and connectivity services onboard.
- This collaboration aims to provide passengers and crew with uninterrupted, high-speed internet access, even in remote areas, by leveraging advanced satellite and network technologies.
- The upgrade, powered by Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Starlink satellites, will combine multiple technologies (LEO, GEO, 4G, and 5G) through an integrated platform that selects the best connection in real-time.
- The agreement involves a €7 million investment and covers the entire fleet operating under brands such as BLUE STAR FERRIES, SUPERFAST FERRIES, HELLENIC SEAWAYS, and ANEK LINES.
- Completion is expected in 2025.
Photo © Mike Louagie
