Estonia’s ShoreLink has unveiled new cold ironing technologies. The company has introduced CruiseLink Mobile S, which it describes as a ‘compact and lightweight’ cable management system (CMS) designed for cruise ports. ShoreLink said: ‘The self-propelled design allows operation by a single operator, significantly improving overall efficiency. ‘The system features dual-side cable reeling and a three-wheel near-zero-turn design that ensures maximum manoeuvrability and operational efficiency. ‘CruiseLink Mobile S is ready to connect cruise vessels to shore power where flexibility and simplicity are key.’ In addition, ShoreLink has launched the CruiseLink Mobile S Chain Solution, combining the CMS with a chain system […]

Expanding the use of batteries and onshore power to more shipping segments will require a ‘network’ approach covering entire routes as well as a rethink of government subsidies, the CEO of NatPower Marine, Stefano D.M. Sommadossi, has told ship.energy. ‘The key point is that we have to consider [shore power provision] as electric fuel,’ he suggested in an interview. ‘That means we have to change the approach.’ In practice, he explained that for shipping companies to opt for a new energy source – be it alternative fuels or electricity – they need assurances that they will be able to source […]

The Port of San Diego and Pasha Automotive Services have commissioned the Jones Act-qualified roll-on/roll-off (Ro-Ro) vessel MV Jean Anne for shore power. In a statement issued yesterday (10 November), the Port of San Diego said that the Jean Anne will be the first Ro-Ro vessel and pure car/truck carrier (PCTC) commissioned for shore power in the US. The Port Authority added the Jean Anne successfully connected on 29 October to the first shore power system installed at the National City Marine Terminal and passed all testing so it can use shore power while at berth going forward. Danielle Moore, […]