Slowing down global warming is the greatest challenge of this century. Industry, mobility and the way we eat are facing huge upheavals. In this section, we, bundle the most important articles from Marine Project on the climate crisis.
Sustainability and environmental friendliness have become increasingly important issues in almost all industries. One industry that has seen a significant shift in sustainability is the maritime industry. Ports and marinas near the coast have increasingly realized that they need to rethink their practices to keep the surrounding waters clean and healthy.
The yachting industry is making great efforts to reduce its environmental footprint through new, innovative technologies and green initiatives aimed at cleaning up our oceans, reducing fuel consumption and preserving our planet for future generations. It is imperative that the entire industry, from shipyards to designers, engineers and charter companies, work together to protect the oceans and marine environment and implement sustainable solutions.
It is common for yacht owners to drive an electric car to their boat. In the near future, their private planes could also be electric. So it’s no surprise that environmental sustainability is the main topic for super yachts.
Doing business sustainably
can also be financially rewarding.
Waste heat often accumulates in energy-intensive companies. Instead of discharging it unused, it can almost always be used sensibly, and at a profit. For example, to heat your own premises or other buildings, or even an entire outdoor swimming pool. It is much more expensive to convert waste heat into electricity or to connect the company to the district heating network.
What convinces consumers as customers ultimately also helps in the B2B sector: give your business partners something good to pass on to their customers. “Everyone benefits from this. Example: Hotels that want to set themselves apart from the competition with a good breakfast. Organic bread rolls and delivery by e-car come in handy.
Do good and talk about it – this also applies to ecologically working companies. Give interviews, give lectures and establish contacts with like-minded entrepreneurs. In addition, publicise your progress in social networks, on the company website and in the customer magazine. All this helps you to stand out from competitors and become better known. When it comes to sustainability, many consumers are much further ahead than you think.
The Cap de Barbaria, which is being built by Astilleros Armón of Vigo for the shipping company Baleària, is close to its first sea trials. This vessel will be the first electric passenger and cargo ferry to enter service in Spain and is expected to enter service on the route between Ibiza and Formentera in the first fortnight of May
ALVA Yachts, the German builder of luxury electric solar catamarans and sail boats, is pleased to announce the introduction of the OCEAN ECO 78, a 23.7m multihull yacht with electric propulsion and transatlantic range.
The yachting industry has long been associated with luxury and indulgence, but with increasing awareness of the impact of climate change and environmental degradation, there has been a shift towards more sustainable practices in yachting and marinas.
The fact that it is zero-emission is perhaps the least striking thing about this vessel. The Plectrum is a 15,000 hp hydrogen yacht created to be the fastest in its class thanks to its mechanics in combination with the use of lightweight materials.
The summer route leads to Marina di Portisco, which welcomes guests in Covid’s free mode to ensure a sustainable holiday in freedom
Italy’s Azimut Yachts launched a new range of sustainable yachts at a press conference in Milan.
Who says yachts can’t inspire childlike wonder? Not Lürssen, which is showcasing a whimsical new superyacht concept called “Alice” at this year’s Monaco Yacht Show, which, as the name suggests, is inspired by Lewis Carroll’s classic, “Alice in Wonderland.”
Dream Yacht Worldwide, one of the world’s leading seaacation companies, and Fountaine Pajot, the global designer and boat builder of leading-edge luxury catamarans, has announced its partnership to launch the first of its collection of electric catamarans.
The recently launched „Nyumb“a, the brand’s first hybrid sailing yacht, was commissioned by a young owner who is a passionate sailor. The owner’s vision was to have a powerful, efficient sailing yacht that could be used to sail shorthanded around the world as well as compete in top superyacht regattas.
One thing is clear: the luxury yacht sector is undergoing a transformation and is visibly producing new players who want to take significant steps towards environmental change. Following the success of the “Monaco Smart & Sustainable Marina Rendezvous”, Monaco Marina Management (M3), a Monegasque consultancy specializing in eco-marinas, aims to promote sustainable solutions for superyachts by launching the first “Monaco Smart Yacht Rendezvous”.
Hardly any term has developed as much in recent years as the term “sustainability”. But what is sustainability actually?Intensive discussions are taking place in the scientific community about a generally valid definition of the term. One thing is certain, however: there is no agreement in sight. The idea of sustainability has been a guiding principle for political, economic and ecological action for many years.
Hardly any term has developed as much in recent years as the term “sustainability”. But what is sustainability actually?Intensive discussions are taking place in the scientific community about a generally valid definition of the term. One thing is certain, however: there is no agreement in sight. The idea of sustainability has been a guiding principle for political, economic and ecological action for many years.
With more than 10,000 ships worldwide, the yachting industry is an important part of the maritime economy. Innovations, the latest technologies and environmental protection play a key role for its customers. This is because yachts often operate close to inhabited coasts, where emissions of any kind are a particularly sensitive issue.
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