Category: Technology

Achieving Bunker Procurement Efficiency through Digitization

Introduction: At a time when digital transformation is reshaping industries around the world, the maritime sector is no exception. One of the areas that has significantly benefited from digitization is fuel procurement the process of purchasing fuel for the ships. Traditional fuel procurement processes are manual, time consuming. However with the integration of digital technology, […]

Bunkering for Scrubber-Fitted Vessels: Managing Compliance and Fuel Consumption

Recently, the maritime industry has seen big changes due to green regulations and the urgency to cut carbon emissions. Ship operators are now using exhaust gas scrubbers to meet emission standards while using high-sulfur fuel. However, this introduces new challenges in bunkering, compliance, and fuel management. This article explores how ships with scrubbers handle bunkering […]

Revolutionizing Bunker Fuel Supply: Exploring Electronic Bunker Delivery Notes (e-BDNs)

In shipping, getting bunker fuel efficiently is crucial. Ships rely on this fuel for long sea journeys. As technology advances, managing fuel deliveries is evolving. Electronic Bunker Delivery Notes (e-BDNs) are a recent digital solution gaining popularity. They improve traditional bunkering, making operations smoother, enhancing transparency, and promoting environmental sustainability. Historically, the bunkering process involved […]

Advanced Maritime Technologies: Smart Bunkering & Port Operations

Smart bunkering and port operations refer to the integration of advanced technologies and data-driven solutions to optimize the processes involved in bunkering and port activities. The maritime industry has undergone significant transformations over the years, driven by technological advancements that aim to enhance efficiency, safety, and sustainability. One of the key areas where technology is […]

Revolutionizing Maritime Logistics: Aligning Barge and Terminal Operations through Digitization

Introduction The maritime industry is crucial for worldwide trade and business. Ships have been instrumental in transporting more than 90% of the world’s goods by volume, making efficient and reliable maritime logistics an indispensable component of the world economy. Within this vast network of operations, the alignment of bunker barge and terminal operations plays a […]

Preventing Bunkering Frauds through Digitalization: A Maritime Industry Imperative Introduction

The global trade relies heavily on the maritime sector, which facilitates the transportation of goods across continents and plays a vital role in the global economy. As the industry undergoes changes, it also encounters new difficulties. Recently, there has been a decline in trust and reliability in the bunker industry, which is worsened by the […]

Biowastes to Biofuels

ABSTRACT Due to the growing human population and urbanization, the quantity of solid waste has steadily increased over the past few years. Manufacturing processes, industries, and municipal solid waste (MSW) all produce waste materials. Technologies known as waste-to-energy (WTE) turn waste into a variety of fuels that can be used to generate energy. Waste-to-energy (WTE) […]

Bunker fuel and its chemical screening importance in shipping operations

Regular marine fuel quality testing is gaining importance just to reduce any issues that might arise in the vessel’s day to day activities and for the probable loss that might arise due to the contaminated bunker fuel. The ray of problems which arises due to the bad marine fuel beat it be heavy fuel oil […]

Digitalization in Bunkering: How Technology is Revolutionizing the Industry

Bunkering is a critical operation in the shipping industry, where fuel is transferred from a storage tank to a vessel. With the rise of digitalization, this process has undergone significant changes in recent years. This article will explore the impact of digitalization on ship bunkering and its benefits. Digitalization refers to the integration of digital […]

Marine Fuel Cells

The shipping industry is a significant contributor to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, primarily due to the combustion of fossil fuels in marine engines. The maritime fuel cell module is indeed pioneering in the maritime industry. It represents a cutting-edge technology that has the potential to revolutionize how ships and other marine vessels are powered. The […]