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Surge in orders for The Switch to aid transition to net-zero shipping
An electrical system designed to allow large vessels to be futureproofed for new energy sources, and save fuel in the meantime, has just logged 50 new contracts
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Invitation to join a free on-line Perovskites Innovation event on 4th April
Anyone working in the solar panel or renewable energy space can log in for a series of talks and demonstrations on the latest Perovskite-based technology
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New filter captures and recycles aluminium waste
A new filter, like those used in water makers, has been developed to capture aluminium that would otherwise be lost in the smelting process
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‘Walk-to-work’ ship concept offers greater fuel efficiency
As the offshore wind energy industry continues to expand, a new generation of support ships offers solutions that could make superyachts leaner and cleaner
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Water based ‘tractor beam’ to move boats?
A technique to manipulate waves into stable patterns is being harnessed to hold objects in position on the water, contain chemical spills and even propel boats
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Printed solar cells thinner than a human hair adhere to any surface
New technology now allows solar cells to be printed onto fabric, making them ideal for marine applications such as sails, bimini’s, and even foul weather gear
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Breakthrough in biofuel research could lead to more efficient production
Researchers have achieved a better understanding of how the microbes that break biomass down into biofuel are vulnerable to the toxic alcohol they produce
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Norway’s DNV produces comprehensive report on marine energy efficiency
Report provides key lessons for yacht builders from the embattled commercial sector as it works hard to hit net zero targets by 2050
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Hefring Marine’s AI system helps reduce fuel costs and improve comfort afloat
The Icelandic tech company Hefring Marine has developed an Intelligent Marine Assistance System (IMAS) which has been tested by Dutch pilots and proven to improve efficiency
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New resin to help recycle wind turbine blades
Composite hulls share the same problems as the wind turbine industry – difficulty in recycling the material at end-of-life. But Taiwan has found an answer in EzCiclo
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Largest building integrated photovoltaic perovskite project completed
Using technology that could be used in boat building halls, solar specialists Microquanta has installed a translucent roof with a capacity of 17.62 kW
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French team to roll out first bamboo sailboat this year
Sail on Bamboo is readying to introduce its first 6.5-metre boat in September 2025
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When one plus one makes three
Transforming work practices is bringing Azimut and Volvo Penta’s shared vision to life
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When one plus one makes three
Transforming work practices is bringing Azimut and Volvo Penta’s shared vision to life
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Improved desalination methods for saltwater purification
The most common method for purifying seawater is to use reverse osmosis, but a team in Illinois have found a way to improve battery-powered electrolysis instead
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ICOMIA, EBI and NMMA join forces to develop LCA framework
Task force to develop LCA methodology and tools to help industry adapt
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Rise of the jellyfish robot
Researchers are exploring ‘embodied energy’ to power swimming robots based on the concept of a jellyfish. These ‘soft’ robots could help with ocean mapping
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Fuel and plastics made directly from sunlight?
A new process using perovskite solar cells enables the creation of hydrocarbons from the synthesis of carbon dioxide, all powered by the sun
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Environmentally friendly ship highlights the potential for net zero
A brand-new ship has been built with ‘green’ steel, wind-assisted propulsion and a highly efficient engine configured for low emission MGO (Marine Gas Oil)
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New record for commercially scalable perovskite-silicon solar cell
During research to harvest the full spectrum advantages of perovskite for solar cells, Hanwha Solutions Qcells has set a new efficiency record of 28.6%