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Hydrogen Power: Norway’s Groundbreaking Ferry Project

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In what could be a significant step towards maritime decarbonization, Norwegian shipyard Myklebust Verft has been selected to construct two innovative hydrogen-powered passenger ferries for transport company Torghatten Nord. Upon delivery in 2026, these vessels will be the world's largest hydrogen-fueled ships. They showcase Norway's expertise in sustainable...

Orbex Secures £16.7M Investment to Accelerate Development of Sustainable Orbital Launch Vehicle

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UK-based spaceflight company Orbex has secured £16.7 million in funding from six significant investors, bringing the total funds raised to £102 million. The investment will support the development of Orbex's Prime, a 19-metre-long, two-stage rocket designed to transport small satellites into Low Earth Orbit (LEO) while prioritizing sustainability...

Breakthrough Stellarator Fusion Reactor Built with Off-the-Shelf Magnets at Princeton Lab

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Scientists at the Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) have achieved a significant milestone in the quest for fusion energy. By constructing a stellarator device called MUSE using permanent magnets and 3D-printed parts, they have demonstrated a potentially cost-effective and simplified approach to building future fusion reactors. What is...