Innovation

Our members in the spotlight

Belgian shipowners are frontrunners when it comes to innovation, pushing the boundaries of what is possible through creative thinking and groundbreaking solutions. They envision and implement new ideas, technologies, or approaches that challenge the status quo and drive progress. They embrace risk, cultivate a culture of curiosity, and are resilient in the face of challenges. By daring to explore uncharted territories, these visionaries inspire others, catalyze change, and contribute significantly to the advancement of society as a whole.

Below a few examples of news items that mention the strength of the Belgian shipowners related to alternative fuels and project that support the decarbonisation of the sector such as setting up green energy hubs and green corridors.

Hydrogen

*DEC 2023 "World's first hydrogen-powered tugboat to operate in Ostend"

*NOV 2023 "CMB.Tech and Boeckmans to build four hydrogen-ready cargo vessels"

*MAR 2023 "World's first hydrogen dual fuel straddle carrier rolls out in Antwerp"

*JUL 2022 "BeH2ydro develops monofuel hydrogen engine"

*MAY 2022 "First hydrogen-powered crew transfer vessel ready for operations"

*JUN 2021 "CMB.TECH opens world's first multimodal hydrogen refuelling station and presents hydrogen truck"

*DEC 2021 "Hyport Duqm projects eyes 1mln mtpa of green ammonia at full capacity"

*JAN 2020 "HYPORT Ostend green hydrogen to advance Belgian energy transition"

*NOV 2017 "CMB reveils hydrogen-powered catamaran"