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Why the world’s biggest EV maker is getting into shipping

Why the world’s biggest EV maker is getting into shipping

Venturing out by themselves That’s why Chinese auto companies, which have become such prominent exporters thanks to the rise of EVs, are starting to form their own shipping businesses.  News that BYD was looking to buy or charter ships was first reported by the shipping outlet Lloyd’s List in late 2022. In December that year, […]

This unlikely fuel could power cleaner trucks and ships

This unlikely fuel could power cleaner trucks and ships

Shipping out Companies trying to cut their climate impacts in the marine shipping sector are looking to alternative fuels, including methanol and ammonia. Amogy’s system could be a better option than combustion engines, though, since it would limit pollution that can trap heat in the atmosphere and harm human health and the environment.  I’ll note […]