Sustainability – Page 32
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NewsNew proposal for eco-labelling of recreational marinas
The IVL Swedish Environmental Research Institute has investigated how an eco-labelling system can be used to reduce the environmental impact of recreational marinas. In a report, a new proposal is presented on what eco-labelling might look like, taking into account both the scope and harmfulness of various activities. “This is ...
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NewsAzura Marine launches new solar-powered cat
The first of a new series of solar-powered catamarans by the Singapore-based Azura Marine was launched earlier this month in Bali, Indonesia. The appropriately named ’Solar Eclipse’ is the first hull of in Azura’s Aquanima 40 series, which currently includes the Aquanima 40 and Aquanima 45.
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NewsNew brand of eco-yachts launches in Germany
A new German company is to launch a range of electric solar catamarans, sailing yachts and luxury floating homes for the global market.
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NewsNew hydrogen fuel cell initiative involves ABB and HDF
With the growing interest and discussion about the potential use of hydrogen as a fuel for superyachts, a new initiative to manufacture megawatt-scale fuel cell systems in France may move the whole process forward. If successful, it will also help reduce carbon emissions in the maritime sector. The new initiative ...
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NewsTesting times accelerate new trends towards sustainable business
The world around us has changed dramatically since the start of 2020. Most of us have been impacted personally, professionally or both. Health and safety have become a critical focus. When we think about sustainability in these changing times, we believe that it includes not just environmental aspects, but also ...
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NewsTorqeedo marks delivery of 100,000th electric drive
Torqeedo CEO and co-founder Christoph Ballin Source: Christian-Brecheis Torqeedo, the German electric propulsion specialist, is celebrating the delivery of its 100,000th electric drive – an important milestone for the German engineering firm which is also celebrating its 15th year of business in 2020. The delivery went to ...
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NewsWartsila undertakes test with ammonia as lead-up to possible new fuel
With the marine sector being a major source of greenhouse gas emissions, there is much talk in the global yachting and superyacht market about the development of potential new fuels such as hydrogen, LNG or ammonia. It is known that a number of superyacht projects are already being planned to ...
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NewsNorwegian firm develops 150hp electric outboard
Evoy’s new motor will have its world premiere in Florø later this season
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NewsNew Fiji resort commits to sustainability
The developers of Nawi Island embark on innovative ways to safeguard the environment
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NewsSolar-powered ocean clean-up boat launches in Ibiza
A solar-powered catamaran designed to clear plastic from the sea has launched in the Balearic island of Ibiza.
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NewsAmels, Damen step up solar power capacity
Amels, the superyacht division of Damen Shipyards Group, says solar power generation at its yard on the Dutch North Sea now accounts for nearly one-third of its annual electricity need there.
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NewsFerretti builds trigeneration plant at Ancona yard
The new plant will reduce electricity consumption by up to 79%
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NewsFuture of renewable fuels in boating?
Volvo Penta continues to expand its testing of HVO fuel which can reduce fossil CO2 emissions by up to 90%
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NewsSun Concept’s solar cat undergoes trials
The Portugese builder plans to launch its latest solar-powered model this year
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NewsMarine Hardwoods now offers Certified Sustainable Teak
Marine Hardwoods in the UK has announced that it now offers Certified Sustainable Teak in decking and mini decking.
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NewsEU briefs boating sector on pricey climate change strategy
At Boot Düsseldorf, the EU shared with the global boating sector the outlines of its pricey climate change strategy in the decades ahead. It said the magnitude of making the 27-nation EU climate-neutral by 2050 “is something we have not faced before.”
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NewsArksen launches ‘game changing’ syndicate for sustainable marine travel
Builder announces new Adventure Syndicate offering access to a multi-year cruising program
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