Pollution Control
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‘Sense of cooperation’ at Interspill
Cooperation is key, and this new strategy for the biannual European oil spill conference and exhibition has been “essential to achieve the networking that this group depends on,” said Chris Morris of Interspill. 21 May 2012 - Maritime Journal
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Confirming a cure for the diesel bug
Independent scientific testing of an innovative diesel biocide developed by Cyrus Energy has confirmed its effectiveness in ensuring a ‘total kill’ of contaminant micro-organisms that may be present in marine fuel tanks. 21 May 2012 - Maritime Journal
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New garbage regs apply to smaller craft
“Following departure from port and once out of site of land the ship’s crew felt free to dispose of all manor of garbage over the stern rail,” said Captain Andy Goldsmith of Maritime Progress. 21 May 2012 - Maritime Journal
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ISU Pollution Survey - 2011 Results
Last year saw half a million tonnes of pollutants salved by International Salvage Union (ISU) members, although the 17 year average remains at over a million tonnes. 21 May 2012 - Maritime Journal
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Norwegian oil spill vessel first to meet DNV
After trials with a prototype, Norwegian oil recovery specialists Skimmer Technology has developed a new skimmer that is claimed to be far more efficient than existing craft. 21 May 2012 - Maritime Journal
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‘Glops’ put the stops on pollution
The latest versions of Ecoceane’s catamarans, the Workglop range, are an extension of the original pollution clean up vessels but they are much more flexible and can double up as general supply boats, even having a crane. 21 Feb 2012 - Maritime Journal
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‘Clean cleaner’ makes ports greener
Swiss company Grove Boats has introduced a debris clearing boat that is claimed to have zero emissions. The SeaCleaner 400 features electric propulsion and has been designed for operating in ports, marinas and swimming areas. 16 Feb 2012 - Maritime Journal
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Cleaner burn for Arctic waters
Finland headquartered power provider Wärtsilä has been contracted by that country’s Arctia Offshore Oy to carry out modification work to two of the company's vessels. 13 Feb 2012 - Maritime Journal
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Onshore power supply for clean air Rotterdam
GE Energy has been working on a program to reduce emissions and costs for one sector of the Port of Rotterdam’s transport infrastructure, the giant inland barges that ply Europe’s waterways. 09 Feb 2012 - Maritime Journal
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Pollution control boats make waves in China
UK specialist boatbuilder Alnmaritec has recently delivered two new oil pollution control boats for operation in China. 18 Oct 2011 - Maritime Journal
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Emission law will force freight onto roads
Sulphur Emission Control Area (ECA) regulations may increase bunker fuel costs by 87%, forcing as much as half of the present freight that transits through these areas onto the roads. 13 Oct 2011 - Maritime Journal
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Hamburg introduces ‘Green Port’ fees
The Hamburg Port Authority (HPA) introduced a discount on port dues for environmentally friendly ships last year. 04 Oct 2011 - Maritime Journal
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Satellite links support clean seas project
Maritime satellite communications provider Marlink has teamed up with antenna manufacturer Sea Tel to provide satellite communications support to Project Kaisei for a third expedition. 29 Sep 2011 - Maritime Journal
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Ports prove crucial to greener shipping
Ports are central to achieving significant reductions in carbon emissions in the maritime industry, according to evidence from a new University of Hull study. 17 Aug 2011 - Maritime Journal
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Pollution Pod is Buddy’s new mod
OPEC, one of the UK's leading manufacturers of MOP recovery systems, has developed a new design specifically to be used on the Liverpool Water Witch Buddy. 03 Aug 2011 - Maritime Journal
