On 16 & 17 May, the World Maritime University (WMU) hosted an international seminar focusing on energy-saving technologies and alternative energy sources working in synergy for reducing carbon emissions from ships and ports. The seminar marked the conclusion of the CHEK project (deCarbonising sHipping by Enabling Key technology symbiosis on real vessel concept designs) and was attended by roughly 90 participants from over 30 countries. In opening remarks, WMU President, Professor Maximo Q. Mejia, Jr., noted the importance of technologies needing to work together in symbiosis, i.e. ‘a cooperative relationship’ on the same vessel, or in synergy in ports. “Collaboration and cooperation are key to achieving decarbonization across the industry, and for us to achieve our common aim of decarbonizing international shipping globally,” said President Mejia. (....)