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Höegh Autoliners use option to add four more Aurora class RoRo vessels

Transportation services provided Höegh Autoliners has exercised the option to construct additional four new multi-fuel and net zero carbon ready Aurora class RoRo vessels. The company said it will have the option to convert one or more of these …

Jul 18, 2023 / Curious

Wärtsilä and CLdN cooperate in building of innovative hybrid RoRo vessels

The technology group Wärtsilä and logistics provider CLdN have jointly developed an innovative hybrid design for two new RoRo vessels. The propulsion arrangement is such that the ships can operate as gas/diesel-mechanical vessel now, or in the future …

Sep 8, 2022 / Curious

ABS Updates Rules on RoRo Vessels in Response to Fires

In the wake of recent incidents of fire on RoRo vessels carrying vehicles, ABS has responded to industry concerns with an update to its Rules addressing electric vehicles on board.The culmination of more than a year of work with leading industry …

Mar 14, 2022 / Vessels

Höegh breaks record in Ennore; loading longest breakbulk unit on RoRo

Sensitive cargo such as windmill blades require white-glove treatment and experienced personnel to perform the operations. This customer chose Höegh’s RoRo services before conventional Lift On Lift Off operations because of its clear benefits for …

Aug 2, 2019 / Vessels