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The number of exhaust gas cleaning systems (scrubbers) being installed on containerships is gathering pace, according to Drewry.

It now accounts for 10% of the global fleet by teu capacity, and more than 40% of newbuild vessels are being fitted with the onboard fuel refineries.

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