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The latest Houlder “Navigator Survey” finds #shipowners face an ‘uncertainty dilemma’ – the path to #decarbonisation is unclear, but inaction isn’t an option. Agility is key. Read more: Houlder highlights ‘uncertainty dilemma’ stalling shipping’s decarbonisation | Houlder

@wightlinkferry provided the Houlder team with the following feedback “Thank you very much to the team for working to a tight deadline, your professionalism and your prompt responses throughout this process. It’s been an absolute pleasure to deal with Houlder on this project”.

Advances in processing power, #AI, & #data have resulted in smarter operational simulation tools, such as HOME™. This isn’t just about looking at how #ships do what they do; it’s about making them do it better. Learn more: houlderltd.com/services/hould…

Slow steaming is a #ship operation strategy that reduces fuel consumption & #emissions by lowering engine power. Houlder's latest case study explores key considerations for incorporating #SlowSteaming into #sustainability plans. Read: houlderltd.com/case-studies/s…

With #methanol uptake slowing down, #EnergyEfficiency must be prioritised, says @dnv_maritime CEO Knut Ørbeck-Nilssen. No matter the fuel #shipping deploys, fuel bills will increase, so fuel-agnostic fuel efficiency technologies are key. @RivieraMaritime: rivieramm.com/news-content-h…

“As onboard #CarbonCapture becomes more commonplace, almost every ocean-going #ship type has the potential to become a #CO2 carrier,” says Sean McLaughlin, Houlder’s Strategy Consultant. Read more @ShipManInter: shipmanagementinternational.com/new-era-of-co2…

Houlder is joining the @IWSA_Secretary, collaborating with other parties to shape industry & government attitudes & policies towards wind-assisted propulsion. Houlder looks forward to partnering to drive #maritime towards a greener future. Learn more: wind-ship.org/en/grid-homepa…

As #UK ramps up clean energy efforts and floating #OffshoreWind sector, addressing cost-efficiency challenges in scaling this tech is vital. Bold decisions & collaboration can unlock its potential to power #Britain #sustainably. windeurope.org/newsroom/news/…

As the #maritime industry evolves towards #ZeroEmission #shipping, transparency in #data sharing is essential to ensure these #technologies meet operational & #environmental goals. Iebum Shin, recently shared his insight with @ShipTechMag. Read: ship-technology.com/comment/levell…

“Verifying #EfficiencyTechnology performance, & including the wider technical & economic context, is key to progressing #maritime #decarbonisation,” says Jonathan Strachan, Houlder’s CTO, speaking to @RoyInstNavArch. Read more in The #NavalArchitect (£): rina.org.uk/publications/t…

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Is the swimming pool at the Paris Olympics slow? Several articles have been written about the effects of the pool’s depth, with some commentators even calling it a ‘problem pool’... linkedin.com/posts/houlder-…

Efficiency technologies offer unique opportunities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions & operational costs, however, precise evaluation is and will be essential to maximising impact. Read more from Iebum Shin, Data Analytics Lead at Houlder: houlderltd.com/houlder-in-the…

The Houlder team recently visited Hunterston Parc in #Scotland to mark the start onshore testing for the SGS FastRig™ wing sail, a key component of the 'Winds of Change' project led by @SmartGreenShip (SGS). Read more about the project: houlderltd.com/news/the-winds…

Houlder’s team of #NavalArchitects recently received the 2024 Shippax RoPax award, for their work on the design & construction of @iomsteampacket’s new battery hybrid RoPax #ferry, #Manxman. Read more about the project: houlderltd.com/news/houlder-c…

Using real-world #data from ships, Houlder's services help clients make informed decisions on vessel changes that align with industry standards & regulations. Read more on page 32 of @TheDigitalShip: thedigitalship.com/download-digit…

The Houlder team visited Hunterston Parc, Scotland, for the launch of onshore testing for the SGS FastRig™ #WingSail, part of the 'Winds of Change' project by @smartgreenship. Marking a step forward from CFD simulations to real-world testing. Read more: houlderltd.com/news/the-winds…

#WindPower is gaining momentum, with major #shipping companies ordering #WindPropulsion systems. IWSA highlights the market maturity of these systems, reducing fuel costs & #emissions by 5-20%. Read more @ShipandBunker: shipandbunker.com/news/world/460…

Houlder recently received the 2024 Shippax RoPax award for our part in the design & build of the IOMSPC’s new battery hybrid RoPax #ferry, Manxman, marking the culmination of a lengthy & rewarding project for the team. Read more: houlderltd.com/news/houlder-c…

As part of the SPINE project, Houlder is pleased to announce the design of a 10,000 cbm #methanol #bunkering vessel, capable of supplying methanol to other ships of a wide size range, including #cruise & large container vessels. Read: houlderltd.com/news/houlder-s…