Accessibility StatementSkip Navigation HONOLULU, Oct. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Matson, Inc. ("Matson" or the "Company") (NYSE: MATX), a leading U.S. carrier in the Pacific, today announced that it will release its financial results for the third quarter on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. A conference call is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET when Matt Cox, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, and Joel Wine, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will discuss Matson's third quarter results. Date of Confe ...

Greece, home to the world’s second-largest merchant fleet, is walking back from supporting a global maritime carbon tax that has drawn backlash from Washington https://t.co/7w13Jr21xs ...

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Core Insights - MAIRE and Siemens Energy have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on the development and commercialization of a new methanol high temperature fuel cell, utilizing a modularized solution [1][10] Group 1: Collaboration Details - NEXTCHEM will design and supply the methanol fuel cell module, while Siemens Energy will focus on onboard system integration and energy management [2] - The initial target market for this collaboration is the high-end yachting segment within the maritime industry [2] Group 2: Environmental Impact - The fuel cell technology will reform low-carbon methanol into hydrogen for onboard power generation, enabling net-zero operations for vessels [3] - This solution aims to significantly reduce the use of fossil marine diesel fuel and avoid emissions of regulated nitrous and sulfur oxides [3] Group 3: Market Applications - The methanol fuel cell module is expected to serve various applications beyond yachting, including stationary net-zero power generation for data centers and industrial processes [5] - The first industrial-scale installation of this system is planned for a flagship net-zero yacht currently under construction [4] Group 4: Strategic Vision - Fabio Fritelli from NEXTCHEM emphasized that this modularized fuel cell solution will cover the entire low-carbon methanol value chain, enhancing production technologies and expanding methanol applications [6] - Giuseppe Sachero from Siemens Energy highlighted the importance of collaboration in the energy transition, noting that fuel cells are integral to clean fuel technologies across multiple industrial applications [7]

Core Insights - Cetasol, a Swedish AI company, has raised €2.3 million ($2.7 million) in seed funding to enhance its AI-driven decision support and digital twin technology aimed at reducing fuel consumption for ships [1][4] - The investment was co-led by BackingMinds and Shift4Good, with continued support from existing investor Sarsia [1] - Cetasol's primary product, iHelm, utilizes digital twin technology to collect data from vessels and optimize fuel consumption, targeting small- and medium-sized ships that represent nearly 90% of the global fleet [3][4] Funding and Investment - The seed funding round of €2.3 million ($2.7 million) will enable Cetasol to scale its technology and expand its commercial reach in the maritime industry [1][4] - BackingMinds CFO Niclas Wijkstrom highlighted that Cetasol is addressing a significant gap in the maritime industry [2] Technology and Product Features - The iHelm platform processes information through edge computing, providing real-time fuel-saving recommendations to ship captains [2] - The system transmits operational data to a cloud-based dashboard, allowing users to access performance metrics, address maintenance needs, and track compliance [2] - Estimated fuel savings from using iHelm range from 10% to 25% [4] Market Opportunity - Cetasol identifies a market opportunity in small- and medium-sized vessels, which are often underserved and lack access to affordable optimization tools [3] - The company aims to further develop its technology platform to meet industry demands for data-driven operations and sustainability measures [5]

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Methanex Corporation (TSX:MX) (Nasdaq:MEOH), the world's largest producer and supplier of methanol, today announced new strategic partnerships in two of the world’s key fueling hubs—the ARA (Amsterdam–Rotterdam–Antwerp) region and South Korea. These agreements further advance Methanex’s leadership role in supporting the marine energy transition. In the ARA region, Methanex is partnering with TankMatch—a recognized regional expert in inland wate ...

Market Trends - Arctic region thawing leads to surging demand for icebreaker ships [1] - Icebreaker ships facilitate business opportunities in the Arctic [1] - Icebreaker ships are needed to fend off geopolitical rivals in the Arctic [1]

Maritime Industry Focus - Apprentices travel 4,000 miles for maritime skills training [1]

Core Insights - The Panama Canal has experienced a significant decline in liquified natural gas (LNG) transits, with a drop of up to 73% due to severe drought conditions affecting vessel weight restrictions [1] - Despite improvements in conditions, LNG shipments have not returned to previous levels, with carriers opting for longer routes around Africa's Cape of Good Hope [1] Group 1: Changes in Booking and Transit Systems - The Panama Canal Authority is planning to reinstate a preferred booking slot system for LNG carriers to attract more business, which was removed during drought years [4] - New packages for LNG transits are being developed to provide flexibility in tanker types and transit dates, based on industry feedback [3][5] - The canal is moving towards a long-term slot allocation approach, allowing for a full year of reservations, although it was underutilized by LNG this year [4] Group 2: Infrastructure Developments - An ambitious pipeline project, the Interoceanic Energy Corridor, is underway to create a 76-kilometer pipeline connecting Atlantic and Pacific ports, allowing for the transport of 2.5 million barrels of energy products per day [6] - This project aims to free up additional vessel slots for LNG by transporting natural gas liquids through the pipeline instead of tankers [6] Group 3: Market Engagement and Interest - The Panama Canal Authority has engaged with approximately 30 corporations, including major players like Exxon Mobil and Shell, to discuss the new energy terminals and pipeline projects [7] - There is a positive reaction from the Asian market, with significant interest from Japanese companies, as Tokyo is the top buyer of natural gas liquid shipments through the canal [7] Group 4: Economic Impact and Trade Dynamics - The Panama Canal is crucial for the U.S. economy, handling about $270 billion in cargo annually, with U.S. commodity exports and imports making up 73% of its traffic [9] - The canal is facing a forecasted decrease in transits due to trade war frontloading, which has affected container cargo volumes [10] Group 5: Regulatory and Competitive Landscape - The process for selecting a concessionaire for the pipeline and energy corridor is in progress, with a tender expected in the second quarter of 2026 [8] - There are ongoing discussions regarding the involvement of Chinese companies in port operations, with a focus on maintaining an open and competitive bidding process [19][20]

As the Arctic region thaws, there’s surging demand for icebreaker ships that can open it to business — and fend off geopolitical rivals https://t.co/cIBjXfbGdn ...