Wind Challenger to be installed on Coal Carrier for J-Power

MOL Group plans to install wind propulsion systems, including Wind Challenger, on seven newbuilding vessels, increasing their total to 11.

This week, CSX is restarting coal exports in Baltimore after deep channel repairs, preparing for the first major vessel at Curtis Bay terminal.

Adani Group is accused of fraud, substituting lower-grade coal for cleaner fuel, raising concerns over environmental impact and corruption.

MOL has verified significant fuel savings with the Wind Challenger system, prompting plans to equip an additional 25 ships by 2030.

Coal cargoes may release toxic gases, including carbon monoxide (CO), sulfur dioxide (SO2), and nitrogen oxides (NOx), which are harmful to human health.

Energy trader JERA Global Markets has sold Rietlanden Terminals in Amsterdam to German logistics group Rhenus.