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CCUS - CSS
World’s first dedicated offshore CCS platform by Eni at Liverpool bay
Image courtesy of Eni Eni CCUS Holding – a joint venture between Italian energy major Eni and BlackRock’s Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP) – has completed the offshore installation of the Douglas CCS platform in Liverpool Bay. The facility represents the world’s first purpose-built offshore platform dedicated specifically to carbon transport and storage for industrial decarbonization. Functioning as the offshore hub for the Liverpool Bay transport and storage (T&S) networ
3 hours ago
INEOS opens the first full-scale CO₂ storage site in the EU
Carbon Destroyer (source: WAGENBORG) His Majesty King Frederik X of Denmark at September 18th, officially opened the first full-scale facility for the permanent storage of CO₂ in the European Union. The opening took place at a ceremony at the Port of Esbjerg marking Greensand’s move into commercial operation. For the first time, Greensand provides industry across the EU with the infrastructure it needs to transport and permanently store CO₂ and offers a practical route to r
Sep 28
Russia introduces Insurance Mechanism for Carbon Registry to safeguard CCUS projects
source: go Russia Russia has formally approved new operating procedures for carbon unit reservation accounts within its national registry, establishing a regulatory safety net for climate projects carrying a risk of future greenhouse gas release. Published on the official legal information portal, the resolution mandates that when carbon units (CUs) are issued for vulnerable activities, such as carbon capture and storage (CCS), a portion must automatically transfer to a dedic
Aug 17
Society of Knowledge
ClassNK issued Approval in Principle (AiP) for a 42,000 m³ liquefied CO₂ carrier
AiP Handover Ceremony (at ClassNK booth in Gastech2026) While Carbon dioxide Capture and Storage (CCS) *1 projects are proceeding worldwide, demand for liquefied CO₂ carriers that transport CO₂ from the capture site to the storage site is expected to expand. This AiP is a step toward standardizing hull designs, which is necessary in order to realize a sufficient number of liquefied CO₂ carriers to meet such demand. For this design concept, ClassNK carried out a design review
Oct 1
The role of offshore carbon solutions in Climate Mitigation
The urgent need to reduce global carbon emissions has led to the exploration of innovative technologies and strategies. Among these, offshore carbon solutions have emerged as a critical component in the portfolio of climate mitigation efforts. These solutions primarily involve the capture, transport, and storage of carbon dioxide (CO2) beneath the seabed, offering a promising pathway to limit atmospheric CO2 concentrations. This article explores the role of offshore carbon so
Jun 23
MERC to gather real-world data from onboard carbon capture pilot led by Star Bulk
Nikos Kakalis (source MERC). The Athens-based Maritime Emissions Reduction Centre (MERC) has launched a major new industry programme at Posidonia 2026, combining research, real-world pilot projects and data management applications development to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the existing global shipping fleet. The programme is designed to close the gap between theoretical solutions and operational reality, supporting shipowners with practical insight into how tech
Jun 12
Surveys - Case studies
IMO adopts assessment frameworks for marine carbon removal
Courtesy of Plymouth Laboratory Parties to the London Convention and London Protocol (LC 48/LP 21) under the International Maritime Organization (IMO) have adopted formal assessment frameworks for three marine carbon dioxide removal (mCDR) techniques: ocean fertilization, ocean alkalinity enhancement (OAE), and the ocean sinking of biomass. Announced following the annual meeting in London, the resolution establishes a structured procedure for national regulators to evaluate p
3 hours ago
Latsco Marine Management - A new study for OCCS
Latsco Marine Management, announced through social media (LinkedIn), their participation in the study “Onboard Carbon Capture Technologies”, commissioned by the European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA). Among several expert organizations, they supported the Hazard Identification (HAZID) workshops, contributing their operational expertise to the evaluation of onboard carbon capture applications within the maritime sector. Furthermore, according to the study, ( https://lnkd.in
Feb 19
The risks and rewards of CO2 storage: New report finds leakage threats are manageable
Courtesy: IEAGHG CO2 storage has recently become a hot topic for mainstream audiences with a Financial Times article claiming there...
Sep 23, 2025
Opinions
Melina Travlou: In favor of Liberia and Panama proposal for the green transition of shipping
Melina Travlou (source: Shipping Herald) The President of the Greek Shipowners' Association, Ms. Melina Travlou, in a statement, points out that the course of the negotiations to date has highlighted substantial weaknesses in the proposed IMO Net-Zero Framework, which is obviously not the solution. It is crucial that the voice of shipping, which will be called upon to implement the measures, is taken into account. The green transition of shipping cannot be achieved in the ab
Aug 30
FMC Chairman DiBella: Rethink IMO’s Net-Zero Framework
Federal Maritime Commission Chairman DiBella. Source X.com "The Net-Zero Framework (NZF), currently under consideration at the International Maritime Organization (IMO), is an effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from ships, aiming for net-zero emissions in the maritime sector by the year 2050. In its current state, this initiative raises more questions than it answers and must be rethought before international acceptance and implementation. Specifically, any viable prop
Aug 23
US rejects completely IMO's NZF
Marco M. Sylvester, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Transportation Affairs of the US Department of State , took a clear position on the decarbonization of shipping and the so-called Net-Zero Framework (NZF) of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) . Participating in the ministers' panel, as part of the 16th Greek Capital Link Maritime Conference, together with Shipping Minister Vassilis Kikilias , Cyprus' Deputy Shipping Minister Marina Hatzimanoli and Malta's Transpor
Feb 8
E U - E T S
"The EU ETS poses a substantial financial burden on ferry operators."
European ferry operators are feeling the pinch from the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS), even if you are the ‘greenest fleet on the Channel ’. There’s no better example than Brittany Ferries. It has cut two Channel routes and sold two ships to escape a cash flow crunch caused by Europe’s emissions-trading regulations, COVID-incurred debt, and a post-Brexit decline in passenger numbers. The restructuring, which will take place between September and year’s end, will slash
5 days ago
EU Lawmaker seeks to direct 75% of ETS revenue to industry
A senior European Parliament lawmaker has proposed directing a larger share of revenue from the European Union’s carbon market toward industrial decarbonization, as lawmakers seek to balance climate targets with pressure on companies facing high energy and carbon costs, Reuters has reported. Peter Liese, the European Parliament’s lead negotiator on changes to the EU Emissions Trading System, has proposed that member states allocate 75% of ETS revenues to decarbonizing local i
Sep 15
The negotiation of the IMO's Net-Zero Framework ended in London without a new agreement
The ISWG-GHG 22 concludes after four days of meetings and carries forward pending differences to a new round scheduled from November 23 to 27, prior to MEPC 85 Negotiations on the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Net-Zero Framework have concluded this Friday without a new agreement among member states after four days of meetings of the Intersessional Working Group on greenhouse gas emissions from ships, ISWG-GHG 22. The meeting was held between September 1 and 4 at t
Sep 7
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