Irish Port and Shipping News

An eco-friendly and energy efficient LNG dredger Vox Apolonia has been contracted to Peel Ports for the first time to improve sustainability of dredging works at Liverpool and Glasgow.

UK Port Operator Welcomes Eco-Friendly Dredging Vessel Working in Liverpool and Glasgow

15th August 2023 Ports & Shipping

The UK's second largest port operator has welcomed a new energy efficient LNG dredger for the first time as it continues to improve the sustainability of its dredging work. The Peel Ports Group has used Dutch marine contractor Van Oord’s…

The first vessel to install the NanoDeck AI Solar tile management solution to capture carbon was the 8,500dwt UAL Osprey of the Cowes, Isle of Wight based operator Carisbrooke Shipping. Afloat adds, a fleetmate, the 11,000dwt Vectis Progress, was in Irish waters having called to Dublin Port on 3 August following a voyage across the Atlantic Ocean from Montreal, Canada.

Cowes Isle of Wight Based Operator Commits to Installing AI Solar Cells on Vessels Following Successful Trials

14th August 2023 Ports & Shipping

International operator Carisbrooke Shipping Ltd based in Cowes, Isle of Wight and Rotterdam, The Netherlands, will install revolutionary solar cells on its dry-cargo vessels, to manage and store renewable energy following successful trials in Equatorial waters. Carisbrooke Shipping which operates…

Pembroke Dock Redevelopment Works Pave the Way for Low Carbon Future

9th August 2023 Ports & Shipping

In south Wales is where significant progress at Pembroke Dock is being made to create a multi-purpose and future energy-ready port in Pembrokeshire that will create a bright and prosperous outlook for current and future generations. Physical works on the…

Call for Papers on Innovations for Shipping in the Context of New Environmental Policies

6th August 2023 Ports & Shipping

Elsevier has released a call for papers in innovations for shipping in the context of new environmental policies for its international journal of ocean affairs. The academic journal publisher is seeking research studies and reviews on topics including and not…

Wilson ASA, a leading European short-sea shipping operator, announced a major newbuilding order for six 3,800dwt future-proof cargo ships with a focus on environmental benefits. In addition, the Norwegian operator also declared an option for a further eight vessels, totalling the order to 14 vessels. Wilson vessels are often in Irish waters, AFLOAT adds among them Wilson Bremen currently at Dinish Island’s (€40n deepwater quay built in 2011) opposite of Castletownbere, Co. Cork, Ireland's largest white fish port. The 3,932dwt cargo ship had sailed from Bildudalur, Iceland to Dinish where there are fishery plants. Wilson Bremen is next to head along the Atlantic seaboard with a call tomorrow, 2 Aug to the Port of Galway, trading in limestone.

Fleet Expansion for Wilson ASA as European Short-Sea Operator Order Up to 14 Newbuildings

1st August 2023 Ports & Shipping

Norwegian shipping operator Wilson ASA, a leading European player in the short-sea market, announced the signing of up to 14 newbuildings. The Bergen based shipping company's latest chartered in Hanse Eco-Trader as Afloat reported last week, has also signed for…

Agreement Reached on Key European Climate Laws for Alternative Fuels Infrastructure and Greener Maritime Fuels

28th July 2023 Ports & Shipping

Transport Minister Eamon Ryan has welcomed this week’s announcement by the Council of the European Union of the adoption of two new laws under the EU Fit for 55 Package which puts Europe on a committed path away from fossil…

Flexible Trader: Wilson Flex III of the Hansa Eco class minibulker’s is designed with its 'open-topped' cargo hold of with and without hatch covers, making the 4,282dwt cargo ships suitable for transporting both high and heavy project cargo. Arkon Shipping of Haren Ems, Germany, is one of the big chartering houses in Europe, and where Wilson ASA of Norway have taken on a long-term time charter of the 2022 built vessel.

Europe's Largest Short-Sea Operator Wilson ASA Charters In 'Flexible' Hanse Eco Trader

25th July 2023 Ports & Shipping

Europe's largest short-sea cargoship operator, Wilson ASA of Norway which transport annually about 15 million tonnes in dry cargo across the continent, have chartered in the Wilson Flex III, writes Jehan Ashmore. The 4,282dwt cargo ship built last year is…

The new Irish Sea Ports Network website is a great introduction to the ports. It’s filled with stories from business owners, so you can decide where to stay and what to see and do on your next visit to an Irish Sea port

Irish Sea Ports Network Website is Launched

24th July 2023 Ports & Shipping

The Irish Sea Ports are a lot more than transit hubs, and to illustrate this, a new Irish Sea Space website filled with the lore and spirit of ports is attracting the attention of travellers and explorers from near and…

LISW which is held every two years, has for the past decade grown consistently is set to become an even bigger event in 2023, when the shipping world is able to meet again in person and in earnest.

London International Shipping Week (LISW) Returns in September

17th July 2023 Ports & Shipping

The London International Shipping Week (LISW) which takes place (11-15 September) is a major event in the maritime industry which is held every two years in the UK capital. LISW 23 is a week-long event that brings together leaders and…

Connemara Firm Teams With Galway University to Develop Technology for Greener Shipping

17th July 2023 Ports & Shipping

An industrial design company in Connemara has announced its partnership with the University of Galway for a new project that aims for a greener shipping industry by using lightweight material to reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. Over the next…

Mersey Maritime Industry is a private sector-led business initiative to grow the maritime cluster of businesses and increase their impact on the region as an economic driver. Above last year’s winners of the annual ward.

Mersey Maritime Launch Annual Awards 2023 - Calling Maritime & Logistics Business Entries

15th July 2023 Ports & Shipping

For the ninth year Mersey Maritime has launched their annual industry awards and is calling for maritime and logistics businesses across the Merseyside and the greater North West England region to start preparing their entries for 2023. The UK’s leading…

Last year's ESPO Award winner, the Port of Barcelona Authority

Ten Ports in the Running for European Sea Ports Organisation (ESPO) Award 2023: Rewarding Nature Restoration in Ports

13th July 2023 Ports & Shipping

Ten ports have submitted their projects to the European Sea Ports Organisation (ESPO) secretariat which is to host their 15th edition of the ESPO Award later this year. Under the theme “Nature restoration projects in ports benefiting the local community”,…

The European Parliament will today discuss the final agreement on both the Regulation on the deployment of Alternative Fuel Infrastructure (‘AFIR’) .

ESPO Calls for Cooperation & Flexibility in Roll-Out of Onshore Power Supply to Ensure Smooth Implementation of Legislation

10th July 2023 Ports & Shipping

The European Parliament will today, Monday, 10 July discuss in Strasbourg, France the final agreement on both the Regulation on the deployment of Alternative Fuel Infrastructure (‘AFIR’) - which sets the framework for the deployment of onshore power supply (OPS)…

Sliding off the stocks at the shipbuilder of Royal Bodewes is Arklow Rambler, the third Eco-trader of seven newbuilds ordered from the Irish shipowner

Eco-Trader Newbuild for Arklow Shipping Becomes Third of the 6,800dwt Series

8th July 2023 Arklow Shipping

Dutch shipbuilder Royal Bodewes has launched an Eco-Trader 6,800 dwat newbuild for Arklow Shipping with the general cargo vessel taking to the water, writes Jehan Ashmore. Arklow Rambler with a length overall (LOA) of 104.93m was launched yesterday into the Winschoterdiep…

Minister Welcomes Global Agreement on Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions From Shipping

7th July 2023 Ports & Shipping

Transport Minister Eamon Ryan has welcomed the adoption by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) of a revised 2023 strategy on the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions from ships. Significantly, this includes a provision for an economic element on the basis…

Ministers Simon Coveney and Hildegarde Naughten join Port of Cork executives at the opening of its multi-million-euro Cork Harbour terminal on 23 September 2022

Port of Cork Company Reports Strong Financial Performance in 2022

6th July 2023 Port of Cork

The Port of Cork Company has published its 2022 Annual Report, highlighting the opening of the new Cork Container Terminal in Ringaskiddy and its strong financial performance. Turnover increased by 21.5% to €48.41 million in 2022 from €39.8 million in…