Gobal energy major joins The Castor Initiative
Leading global energy major becomes eighth member of collaboration.
LR authorised to carry out certification for non-SOLAS ships in Italy
Authorisation means LR can now certify non-SOLAS vessels such as small ferries, tugs and fishing vessels with a total tonnage less than 500.
Report identifies £75bn pathway for UK shipping’s energy transition
Recommendations on priority areas of focus are intended to contribute to the next iteration of the UK government’s Clean Maritime Plan
LR awards AiP for ZULU Associates Zero Emission container ship
Approval in principle for Zulu Mass Short Sea Autonomous Zero Emission vessel paving the way for advancement in autonomous and zero emission shipping
New report examining ecological impact of ammonia as a shipping fuel
Joint study by LR, Environmental Defense Fund, and Ricardo finds that spills of ammonia as a shipping fuel could negatively impact certain habitats and species more than others.
LR launches ‘Zero Ready Framework’
New framework will provide increased clarity to shipping’s stakeholders in assessing the actual readiness of existing fleets and newly built vessels for zero carbon fuels.
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LR Award NACKS AiP for Ammonia Fueled 16k TEU Container Ship Design
AiP marks another milestone for ammonia as an alternative fuel for maritime propulsion
LR to investigate Pilbara potential for ammonia bunkering
The initiative will focus on the key factors needed to assess the potential uptake of ammonia bunkering
Off-spec fuels can cost ship operators as much as $50,000 per event
New report highlights that operators require reliable support in bunkering disputes and points to the need for independent testing and verification.