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Mitsubishi integrates phased array ultrasonic testing into steam turbine maintenance

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Compressor International Corp. (MCO-I), a leader in the design and manufacturing of compressors, steam turbines and associated auxiliaries, has transformed steam turbine maintenance with the integration of phased array ultrasonic testing (PAUT).

Cummins launches hydrogen internal combustion engine turbochargers for on-highway applications

Cummins Inc. has announced the launch of its new turbocharger designed specifically for hydrogen internal combustion engines (H2 ICE). This advancement in turbocharging technology marks a significant milestone for heavy-duty commercial on-highway applications in Europe.

In Norway, nearly all new cars sold in 2024 were fully electric

Nine out of ten new cars sold in Norway last year were powered by battery only, registration data showed on Thursday, placing the country within reach of its target of only adding cars that are electric on the road by 2025.

Mabanaft reaches agreement with Hapag-Lloyd to supply B30 bunker fuel in Hamburg

Mabanaft has reached an agreement with the shipping company Hapag-Lloyd for the supply of B30 biofuel. A first test delivery of 1,000 t of B30 VLSFO arrived on the container ship Delaware Express and reached Mabanaft's Waltershof tank terminal in the Port of Hamburg on December 12.

Repsol launches Nexa, the commercial brand of its 100% renewable premium diesel in service stations

Repsol has launched the commercial name of its 100% renewable diesel in its service stations: Nexa 100% Renewable Diesel, a premium fuel designed for all diesel engines.

Indonesia proposes increase in biodiesel mix to 50% in 2028

Indonesia's government is proposing to increase the mandatory blend of palm oil-based fuel in biodiesel to 50% in 2028, up from the present amount of 35%.

Research on vibration analysis and control of rotating axial flow pumps

CTCI Corp.: Yuehai, Y.

Vibration of axial flow pumps has emerged as a key problem to the long-term, reliable and stable operation of these pumps in the chemical industry.  This article dives into this issue and provides analysis and remedy.

Germany rejects Italy's proposal for early review for EU combustion engine ban

Germany has rejected a proposal by Italy to bring forward a planned European Union review of the bloc's ban on the sale of new internal combustion engine cars from 2035, saying it would lower standards and cause uncertainty for industry.

Emissions-free truck prices need to drop by 50% to compete with diesel, study says

Prices of emissions-free trucks need to fall by as much as half to make them an affordable alternative to diesel models, a study by consultancy firm McKinsey published on Wednesday said, a necessary step to help achieve European Union climate targets.

DNV awards Wallenius Wilhelmsen first B100 verification for biofuel insetting

DNV has awarded shipping and logistics company Wallenius Wilhelmsen its first biofuel insetting verification statement, recognizing the company’s use of B100 in a recent voyage.