Tag: Fuel efficiency
NAPA Shipping Solutions Seminar 2024, Busan, South Korea
We are delighted to invite maritime professionals to the NAPA Shipping Solutions Seminar 2024, set against the dynamic backdrop of Busan, Korea, on 18 April 2024. Dive into a day brimming with cutting-edge discussions, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities that promise to steer your industry knowledge and operational competencies towards uncharted territories of efficiency and […]
Read ArticleFebruary 23, 2024
NAPA Shipping Solutions Seminar 2024, Rotterdam, Netherlands
Join us in Rotterdam for an exclusive gathering of maritime industry experts at the NAPA Shipping Solutions User Seminar on 20 March 2024. This event is your gateway to exploring groundbreaking advancements in maritime digital technology, networking with industry colleagues, and gaining invaluable insights through interactive workshops. Program Highlights *NAPA has the right to […]
Read ArticleJanuary 12, 2024
Navigating the knowns and unknowns of EU ETS
In less than 100 days, the game will change significantly for commercial ships travelling to, from, or within Europe. The expansion of the European Union Emissions Trading Scheme (EU ETS) to maritime transport means that for the first time, the industry will have to pay for its carbon emissions. Entering this new era is no […]
Read ArticleOctober 24, 2023
Five actions to improve operational efficiency in shipping
The Global Maritime Forum’s latest Ambition Statement on Operational Efficiency, of which NAPA is a signatory, outlines five key areas where the shipping industry can act today to substantially reduce its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. This is a powerful reminder that much progress on decarbonization can be low-risk, high reward, and high impact – if […]
Read ArticleOctober 19, 2023
NAPA welcomes expansion of Blue Visby, as Development Bank of Japan becomes first financial institution to join the consortium
Helsinki (Finland), 12 October 2023 – NAPA, a global provider of maritime software and data services, has welcomed the addition of the Development Bank of Japan (DBJ) to the Blue Visby Consortium. Blue Visby is a cross-industry project aimed at reducing shipping’s greenhouse gas emissions by tackling the “sail fast, then wait” practice – which […]
Read ArticleOctober 12, 2023
MEPC 80 has spoken, but what shipping does next will speak loudest
The full outcome of the IMO’s historic agreement on shipping’s decarbonization will be defined by what the industry decides to do next. Although not as categorical as many had hoped, the new strategy’s enhanced ambition calls for immediate action – and a lot can be done already. It may not be perfect, but the IMO’s […]
Read ArticleAugust 10, 2023
NAPA, Norsepower and Sumitomo study finds average CO2 emissions reduction potential of up to 28% using rotor sails and voyage optimization
Joint simulation project among NAPA, Norsepower and Sumitomo analyzes the benefits of combining wind propulsion with voyage optimization to deliver maximum emissions reduction potential. Helsinki, Finland, 30 May 2023; NAPA, a maritime software and data services expert, Norsepower, the global provider of auxiliary wind propulsion systems, and Sumitomo Heavy Industries Marine & Engineering Co., Ltd. […]
Read ArticleMay 30, 2023
What if you could simulate your fleet’s safe alternative fuel future?
Preparations for alternative fuels not only require having the right systems onboard or ensuring energy supply, but also understanding how these new systems might affect other aspects, such as ship design, operational stability as well as voyage planning. NAPA’s solutions can help take some uncertainties away by simulating those aspects, making your fleet’s transition smoother. […]
Read ArticleJanuary 25, 2023
NAPA joins the International Windship Association
NAPA is expanding its efforts to support the decarbonization of shipping by becoming an associate member of the International Windship Association (IWSA). IWSA’s Mission is to promote the use of wind propulsion in commercial shipping to reduce fuel consumption and decrease climate change related emissions. As an associate member, NAPA will join a dedicated group […]
Read ArticleJanuary 19, 2023
NAPA Webinar: Practical tips for managing CII
CII – Carbon Intensity Indicator – is here. How to follow up and manage the CII rating for the vessels in your fleet? Watch our on-demand webinar below to hear NAPA experts share insights on: NAPA research on how different actions impact the CII rating Practical tips on how to follow up and manage the […]
Read ArticleNovember 30, 2022