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Deep-Sea Mining and Its Impact on Economy vs Marine Life! A few weeks ago, Deep C attended a panel discussion on deep-sea mining and its implications on the Norwegian economy versus marine life. 🌏🌊 Seabed mining for rare minerals has become a hot topic, considered essential by many for the green shift towards sustainable energy and representing potentially billions in metals and minerals. However, the extraction process might be far from environmentally friendly; recently highlighted by Last Week Tonight with John Oliver and in the documentary DEEP RISING by Matthieu Rytz.   https://lnkd.in/dXwguk3k   https://lnkd.in/dsYmZYFS  The documentary, narrated by Jason Momoa and screened at the Wonderful World Festival, sparked a debate on whether ocean floor mining is a viable solution or a threat to marine ecosystems. 🐠🌿 Norway has been a leading advocate for early seabed mining, contrasting with countries like the UK, which support a temporary ban. Recently, Norwegian politicians decided to open up a marine area almost the combined size of Finnmark, Troms and Nordland County for mineral extraction, despite opposition from several nations and a pause voted by the EU Parliament.   The debate centers on whether a scientific study of sustainable deep-sea extraction is warranted and whether Norway is suitably positioned to lead this effort.    Source: https://lnkd.in/djudPH_r Panel Speakers: 🔶 Sandor Mulsow: Marine Geologist and Ocean Activist  🔶 Øystein Bruncell Larsen: COO, Loke Marine Minerals  🔶 Rune Høyvik Rosnes: EVP Business Development, Deep C  🔶 Kaja Lønne Fjærtoft: Marine Biologist, WWF    Moderated by Anders Dunker, the discussion was thought-provoking and shed light on the future of our oceans. 🔍    A special thanks to Siv Sivertsen and Sooo. Magazine team for making this event successful. 🤗🤝     Key Topics Covered:      ✔ Deep-sea mining's impact on sustainability and quality of marine life  ✔ Examination of marine ecosystems' rights and their protectors  ✔ Exploration of climate crisis solutions beneath the waves  ✔ Potential economic value for Norway    How do you think deep-sea mining will impact our oceans in the long term versus the Norwegian economy? Should we prioritize mineral extraction or marine conservation? Share your thoughts and help bring new information to light! 🌟 #DeepC #Sooo #WonderfulWorldFestival #DeepRising #PannelDebate #DeepSeaMining #MarineConservation #Sustainability

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Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping has published their latest report addresses the knowledge gaps regarding the global availability of biogenic CO2 and its implications for maritime decarbonization. Our analysis indicates that while biogenic CO2 has opportunities to scale, emerging demand could drive up costs. To promote the supply of carbon-containing e-fuels at scale, regulations must incentivize investments in CO2 infrastructure, ensure public access to pipelines, and establish a marketplace for trading both fossil and biogenic CO2. Sustainable decarbonization of the shipping industry will rely on replacing fossil fuels with low- or zero-carbon alternative fuels. Among these alternative fuels, carbon-containing e-fuels (e-methanol, e-methane, and e-diesel) are some of the front-running options. Since combusting these e-fuels releases carbon dioxide (CO2), utilizing such fuel pathways in a sustainable manner requires producing them from CO2 feedstocks that can be accounted as carbon removals. Biogenic CO2 provides one of the most straightforward and least costly such feedstocks. Therefore, the industry needs to understand how much biogenic CO2 is available globally, as well as where and at what cost. In addition, we need to understand the opportunities and barriers for shipping to access this feedstock. #decarbonization solution for #shipping Osama Fawzy Georgy HENEIN, MBA

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The maritime industry is deeply intertwined with the Norwegian identity, and innovation and creativity stands as cornerstones of our economy 💡 But beneath the surface of pioneering projects, lies the crucial role of government subsidies and incentives which have been instrumental in propelling Norwegian maritime technology to its current heights. From Norges forskningsråd's funding of groundbreaking R&D initiatives, to Horizon Europe's programs driving innovation in energy efficiency, government support has had a big role in shaping Norway's maritime technology landscape. At SEAM, we've been fortunate to leverage these programs aimed at fostering and advancing maritime technology and energy-efficiency solutions - helping us initiate the development of future-ready automation systems, and technology that seamlessly integrates alternative fuels with onboard vessel energy systems 🔵 - By providing financial support and creating favorable conditions for innovation, these initiatives have propelled the industry forward, fostering the development of cutting-edge technologies and solutions, says R&D Manager at SEAM, Pål G. Eide. https://lnkd.in/dSwwXkbW Ørjan Fosen | #GreenTech #ZeroEmissions #HorizonEU #SkatteFUNN #MaritimeTechnology

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Did you know that several prominent corporates are actively seeking innovations in the leisure marine industry? 👀 💸 🤔 Corporate VC is beginning to have a significant impact on innovation within the leisure marine industry, and corporate investors are uniquely positioned to support startups in co-developing products and introducing them successfully to market. Brunswick Corporation, TechNexus Venture Collaborative, Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd., Skipperi, Siren Marine, Inc., Groupe Beneteau, Candela, MarineMax, Boatyard, Boatzon, Yanmar, Getmyboat. Read the article to discover the top corporates investing into startups right now. ⤵️

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Hi-EFECTS takes on one of the greatest challenges in the green shift International shipping ties the world trade together, but the maritime sector is also a large pollutant, accounting for almost 2% of energy-related CO2 emissions globally in 2022. Scaling up low-emission fuels is key to large-scale decarbonisation of the sector, and the project Hi-EFECTS, funded by Nordic Energy Research through the Nordic Grand Solutions Programme, seeks to speed up this process. "We aim to develop a new combustion engine for green methanol and green ammonia, thereby enabling the use of these fuels on a much larger scale in the maritime sector and speeding up the sector's transition to net-zero emissions," says Ossi Kaario, Project Leader and Associate Professor at Aalto University. Read more about the Hi-EFECTS project at: https://lnkd.in/gNPJbqQu Norges teknisk-naturvitenskapelige universitet (NTNU) Lunds universitet World Maritime University Wärtsilä Stolt Tankers #Nordic #Energy #Research

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Join us as we reflect on the eMSP NBSR Project's participation in the European Maritime Day #EMD2024 workshop, "eMSP in a Nutshell," held on May 31 in Svendborg, Denmark 🌊 Read workshop summary report and see short video: https://lnkd.in/dWyJbZEg The workshop explored key transitions in European sea basins, focusing on energy, nature, and food under the #EuropeanGreenDeal. We presented our findings and recommendations on Sustainable Blue Economy, Ecosystem-based Approach, Monitoring and Evaluation, Climate Change/Climate-smart MSP, and Community of Practice. And gladly our participants discussed with us: 💚 Ecosystem-based management: reconciling humanity and nature 🤹‍♀️ Integrating challenges in a coherent marine spatial plan with mandatory multi-use zones 🔎 Prioritizing aspects of Monitoring and Evaluation amidst ongoing changes 🌡️ Defining climate-smart MSP needs 👋 Ensuring the success of a Community of Practice #MSP #MaritimeSpatialPlanning #BalticSea #NorthSea #EMFF #EMFAF

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Cooperation and collaboration is human superglue. 💪 That was John Hammersmark’s (from Kompani Lauritzen) closing and wise remark when he addressed the audience at One Ocean Conference, where the ocean industries met to discuss future challenges and possibilities. The ocean industries are vital in the Norwegian economy, accounting for: 💰 A turnover of NOK 2000 billion 💲 80 % of the export value ⛑ 220 000 jobs OECD is predicting the figures to double. This means huge opportunities, but also conflicts and dilemmas. As co-existence is key to success in the future, the ocean industries need to become more united, committed and connected if we are to harvest from the ocean in a sustainable way. Thanks to partners University of Bergen (UiB), DNB, Institute of Marine Research (IMR), Norway, Bergen kommune, NORCE Norwegian Research Centre, Bergen Næringsråd, NCE Seafood Innovation, GCE Ocean Technology and NCE Maritime CleanTech Cleantech for hosting – giving the region a great arena to learn, understand each other better and connect. These networks are a vital part of the skill set needed to get more innovative and to ensure joint and proper cooperation to safeguard marine resources. Invest in Bergen are here to help your business into the region’s ocean industry network, assist you in mapping the value chains and connect you with the right partners. PS: Did you know the sodium level in the human blood is similar to the salt level in the ocean – a reminder of our origin.

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Finfish, Molluscs and Crustaceans, what are their contribution to food supply? In our Marine Aquaculture Forecast to 2050 report, the third key finding is: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 🐟 Farmed finfish is the most important contributor to world food supply from marine aquaculture. It has the most favourable live-to-edible weight ratio and the highest protein content. With new production technologies, and lowering costs, we believe that future focus will be on these high-value species. Molluscs will remain the most farmed species by live weight. 🍴 Growth in industrialized seaweed production hinges on technology. There is growing interest in seaweed production in developed, high-cost countries where new technologies that reduce manual labour costs will be needed for the industry’s development. Dive deeper and download the complete analysis report here: https://dnv.social/5ao Stay tuned to this series as share more key findings and uncover the impact it has on businesses. #DNVMarineAquaculture2050 #SustainableSeafood #FoodSecurity #Aquaculture

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Biogenic CO2: Maritime Decarbonization Here's more on it 👇 The Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping released a report on biogenic CO2 availability and its impact on maritime decarbonization. The study estimates 320-370 million tonnes of biogenic CO2 suitable for e-fuel production are available annually, mainly in Europe and the Americas.   This volume could produce 5.4 EJ of e-methanol per year, enough to decarbonize 43% of the global shipping fleet's current energy consumption. The pulp and paper industry is the main source of lower-cost biogenic CO2.   This supply can meet near-term maritime decarbonization targets but cannot fully decarbonize shipping alone. Competition from carbon capture and storage is a significant challenge, as storage is less complex with better financial incentives than CO2 utilization for e-fuels. The report advises e-fuel investors and developers to secure biogenic CO2 supply promptly by targeting large single-point sources and locations with less CCS competition. Activating other fuel pathways alongside biogenic CO2 will be crucial for the complete decarbonization of the shipping industry. Read the full report 🔽

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🚢🌿 Breaking News in Sustainable Shipping! 🌿🚢 🌍🌊 ScanOcean and Vegoil E.P. AB are leading the charge in reducing GHG emissions from marine transport with their innovative collaboration. On July 19, 2024, the vessel Key Fjord was successfully bunkered with B30-DMA fuel, containing renewable Rapeseed Methyl Ester (RME) from Energifabriken. This groundbreaking operation marks a significant step towards greener shipping, leveraging Swedish-produced RME for sustainable marine fuel blends. 🌿⛴️ ScanOcean, Vegoil, and SEA TANK CHARTERING AS are setting new standards for sustainable shipping solutions. This partnership not only enhances compliance with EU Emissions Trading System (ETS) obligations but also significantly boosts the Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) and Clean Shipping Index (CSI) scores for vessels. 🌱⚓ #bunkering #bunkermarket #energy #shipping #maritime #shipowners #decarbonization #energytransition #ports #marinefuels #sweden #portofOskarshamn #scanocean #seatankchartering #vegoil #biofuels #b30 #ets #cii #csi #fjord #biofuelbunkering https://lnkd.in/dGdsdCVz

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What does sustainability really mean for maritime? Fürstenberg Maritime Advisory is seeking to reclaim the term for the maritime world. Our series of videos is aimed at uncovering ‘the Why’; exploring how the decisions we make today can shape a more sustainable international shipping industry in 2035. Transparency is the foundation of building a sustainable maritime future; changing an industry that has often taken pride in being opaque. It ensures that every stakeholder - from shipbuilders to consumers - is aware of the environmental and social consequences of their choices. To successfully transition to more sustainable practices, we all need to speak the same language, and recognise why it is so vital. Openness can lead to solving bigger problems together, while focusing on the real issues at hand. Transparency and fair play are fundamental building blocks for taking on more risk, engaging in collaborative trials, building trust and learning from each other in a competitive environment. It can also transform science scepticism into increased STEM collaboration by making data trustworthy for everyone. By adopting transparent practices, the maritime industry can foster innovation, enhance efficiency, and promote a culture of continuous improvement. It's about integrating sustainability into our core business strategy. Being transparent is a responsibility for all, but – ultimately - a leadership choice. Our video explores the role of transparency in driving maritime sustainability. Together, we can shape a more transparent and sustainable future for international shipping. Watch now 👇: (Also here https://lnkd.in/dfAHK2G2 )   #SustainableShipping #FutureOfMaritime #EnergyTransition #CleanSeas #Transparency

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Dr Ellen Johannesen, who recently completed her PhD at World Maritime University (WMU), joined the research vessel Oceanograf cruise for a period of one week to further her gender equality at sea research and provided a presentation during the visit entitled “BaltArctic Cruise - Investigation of the gendered experiences of individuals working and living at sea”. While on the R/V Oceanograf, Dr Johannesen, an alumna of Sea Women Expeditions' 2022 leadership program and ocean research and winter snorkel expedition to Arctic Norway, carried out an ethnographic study focused on understanding the culture and practice of the researchers on ship. “We can’t change our relationship with the ocean if we don’t address some of the systemic biases that exist in our discipline. A lot of research shows that the more diversity you have in your scientific team, the more innovation you’re going to have. I think that’s something we should strive for in marine science, because we need to have many perspectives represented to reflect the diversity of the society we live in”, said Dr Johannesen. Dr Johanessen’s PhD dissertation is entitled "Gender Inequality in the Practice of International Marine Science. Case Study on the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea”. It looks at the institutional aspects of gender inequality, what leads to gender equality, and how marine science institutions can change to make them more equal. Dr Johanessen's studies were conducted within the WMU Empowering Women for the United Nations Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development Programme. With support from Fisheries and Oceans Canada / Pêches et Océans Canada, the purpose of the Empowering Women research programme is to advance an alternative, inclusive model for the sustainable governance of ocean spaces and maritime activities that duly takes into account the need to ensure effective gender equality and the empowerment of women at all levels in order to ensure the sustainable management of the global ocean. https://lnkd.in/diyKB-MQ #women #seawomen #seawomenexpeditions #oceans #oceandecade #oceanresearch #oceanexploration #arctic #arcticocean #gender #equity #inclusion UN Ocean Decade UN Women Women in Ocean Science Women in Polar Science Arctic Council

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It’s been one year since Schmidt Ocean Institute launched its new research vessel, Falkor (too), after a decade of operation for its previous ship. In just one year, we hosted nine expeditions, visited five countries, conducted 143 dives with underwater robot SuBastian and live-streamed more than 2,000 hours of deep-sea exploration. Scientists found a 10,000-foot-tall seamount, more than 100 new species, one of the few octopus nurseries ever observed and an entirely new ecosystem underneath the seafloor. So why does ocean exploration matter? Because the more we look, the more we see. Thanks to technological advances, we are in a new age of discovery. We may believe we know all we need to know about the Earth—but we haven’t yet begun to explore, much less understand, the ocean. What we do know is that the ocean is our life support system, and our actions have consequences. This #EarthDay, let’s keep in mind the role we all have to play in protecting the ocean. https://lnkd.in/gkMyJzrN

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𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 $𝟏𝟏𝟐𝐦 𝐭𝐨 𝐡𝐲𝐝𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐚 𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬 Norwegian government enterprise promoting green energy initiatives Enova has unveiled its largest-ever funding allocation within the shipping sector, aimed at establishing the first functioning value chains for ammonia and hydrogen. The award totaling NOK1.2bn ($112.3m) has been spread between six shipping companies: Höegh Autoliners and Amon Maritime for ammonia-powered vessels and Maris Fiducia, Halten Bulk, Napier and Møre Sjø for ships able to run on hydrogen. In total, nine hydrogen vessels and six ammonia vessels are supported in this round of applications, which was launched last December. “Climate change in shipping is absolutely necessary if we are to be able to achieve our climate goals. There are many challenges associated with the transition, but today’s record-breaking award is a big step in the right direction. I look forward to seeing what the industry can achieve in the future,” said Bjelland Eriksen, Norwegian Minister of Climate and Environment. Norwegian car carrier player Höegh Autoliners has secured funds for the ammonia conversion of four of its twelve 9,100 ceu Aurora class vessels. Enova is expected to cover 60% of the additional costs needed to convert the quartet into ammonia-driven vessels from 2027. The funding of NOK180m has supported Amon Maritime to launch a new venture called Amon Gas, which is targeting a shipbuilding series starting with two firm orders of ammonia-powered midsize gas carriers likely delivering in 2028. “This is a significant milestone towards realising carbon free transportation systems within the gas carrier segment. Amon Gas will provide the market with low-emission vessels while simultaneously meeting customer demands with innovative solutions.” said André Risholm, CEO of Amon Maritime.

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🚀 News Update 🚀 BRITOIL PIONEERS THE USE OF ATERNATIVE FUEL WITH 100% HVO FUEL TEST IMO’s strategy to achieve net-zero GHG emissions within 2050 is a key commitment to leading the Shipping industry towards a more sustainable future. Britoil, in partnership with their long-lasting client ENI, the Classification Society RINA, the engines’ maker Nigata, Caterpillar and Luxembourg Flag Administration, performed a revolutionary test onboard their 2014-built DP2 AHTS “BOS Champagne” which will hopefully drive the change towards a quicker transition to sustainable fuels in the Offshore Support Vessels industry. On the 21 March 2024, for the first time ever, 100% (HVO Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil) was burnt onboard an OSV during a whole-day simulation performed offshore Ravenna (Italy) by the BOS Champagne. Strictly following procedures and risk-assessments jointly coordinated and agreed among all parties involved (i.e. Owners, Class, Flag Administration, Engine Maker, Client), the vessel operated in different conditions and in different modes, i.e. loading in port, sailing to the offshore field at economic speed, simulating a 500-meters zone platform-approach in Dynamic Position to conclude with a full speed transit back to Ravenna port where, upon arrival, change over procedures from HVO to MGO were tested. The test demonstrated the viability of HVO as an efficient, sustainable and immediately-available alternative to marine gasoil. The operational performance of the vessel, after a full day burning 100% HVO, did not lead to any deviation from the norm. This amazing test came as a result of weeks of hard work and coordination meetings, proving once again the second-to-none technical abilities of Britoil’s Ship Management Team lead. We trust this is only the starting point of a quicker transition to sustainable fuels and we look forward to further cooperate with clients, suppliers, classification societies and other stakeholders to reducing the carbon impact of our industry. Click on the link below for full article. https://lnkd.in/g44vm8kz #HVO #Biofuel #RenewableEnergy #ClimateAction #BritoilTeam #BritoilNews #Achievement

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🇳🇴 🚢 #Norwegian #Government unveils #businessplan for #marine management. 🌊 🐟 There's no change to #aquaculture permitting, but #Norway aims to ensure "harmonious and #sustainable" development of existing and new #marineindustries as #offshore activity increases. ☑ The business plan includes 10 overarching principles for marine area use, intended to ensure "predictability" for marine operators and form the basis for coexistence in Norwegian #sea areas. ✨ℹ Read the full details here! 👇 https://lnkd.in/dtEpyEuq

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This is the future! The «Super-Efficient Bulker» uses advanced energy-saving technologies including rotor sails and suction wing sails, air lubrication system, slow steaming and route optimisation software, as well as frequent in-water cleaning. The concept promises fuel cost savings between 40-50%. Impressive. Combine that with alternative fuels, and we may have solved the whole conundrum.

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The big shift in demand for biofuel has failed to materialize. Therefore, the industry needs to be transparent about the pace of the green transition. So says Monjasa’s sustainability manager Jesper Nielsen. ”In order to strengthen the green transition, we need to come clean and say: ’Things aren’t going as fast as the industry makes them out to be,’” he says. #shipping #freight #oceanfreight #sustainability #energytransition #business #energy

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