Shine Consultant, the organiser of Green ShipTech Innovation Asia Summit 2025, on Thursday (20 March) announced over 20 speakers have been confirmed for the event to discuss key green technology topics related to the shipping industry.

The speakers are key stakeholders in the shipping industry including transportation management departments, international shipping organisations and related industry associations, shipping companies, shipyards, repair yards, third-party ship management companies, ship equipment suppliers, high-tech solution providers, design research units, and research institutions.

With over 300 attendees expected to attend, the Green ShipTech Innovation Asia Summit 2025 will be held in Shanghai, China, on 16 May. 

Themed Diversified Innovation for Sustainable Green Transformation, the summit will set up a main forum called Green Development Strategies and Pioneer Practices Towards Zero Carbon Goals and two sub-forums, Green Shipbuilding and Retrofitting Forum and Green Shipping Ecosystem Cooperation Forum. 

It will focus on key topics such as innovative design methods for green ship types, development and design of methanol dual-fuel ship types, prospects and challenges of ammonia fuel application, and new marine fuels and supply systems. 

Speakers for the summit include:

• Sun Haihua, Deputy Director of Shanghai Arbitration Commission, Deputy Chairman and Secretary-General of Shanghai International Shipping Center Development and Promotion Organization
• Yan Wei, Vice President, Shanghai Maritime University
• Bo Cerup-Simonsen, CEO, Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping
• Lu Yanhui, Vice President, COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry Co., Ltd
• Wu Jianyi, Chief Engineer & General Manager of the Ship Technology Center, China Merchants Energy Transportation Co., Ltd. (CMES)
• Karim Fahssis, Decarbonization China Head, Maersk
• Liu Jianfeng, Chief Technologist, Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding Co., LTD.
• Keiichiro Nakanishi, Managing Executive Officer, MOL (Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd.)
• Vivi Wong, Head of Digital Products, Greater China, MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company
• Li Zhonggang, Vice President, China Ship Design & Research Center Com.,Ltd. (CSDC)
• Zhang Qingsheng, General Manager of Shanghai Fujian Guohang Ocean Shipping Management Co., Ltd., President Assistant of Fujian Guohang Ocean Shipping (Group) Co.,Ltd.
• Bai Junli, Deputy Director of Innovation & Development Center, Wuchang Shipbuilding Industry Group Co., LTD.
• Tan Wee Meng, Chief Projects Officer, Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation
• John Kollander, General Manager Stena RoRo Asia & Owners Representative China, Stena RoRo
• Thibaut Raeis, Business & Technical Solutions Director, GTT China
• Li Zhengjian, Chief Expert/Senior Engineer, the Chinese Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers
• Yuan Chao, General Manager of Strategy and Investment, CSSC (Hong Kong) Shipping Company Limited
• Pan Jinfeng, General Manager of Digital Intelligence Promotion Department, COSCO Shipping (Qidong) Offshore Co., Ltd
• Zhu Feng, Head of the Ballast Water Convention Research Office, Hebei Maritime Safety Administration
• Gou Yingdi, Director of Sustainable Development and General Manager of the Technology and Development (Innovation) Center, Seacon Shipping Group
• Yang Lixin, Deputy Secretary-General, Shanghai International Shipping Center Development and Promotion Organization
• Zhao Cuiyun, Deputy Director of the Institute for the Construction of the Shipping Center and Director of the Green Shipping Research Office, Shanghai International Shipping Institute

Conference Framework

16 May (am)

Sub-Forum I: Green Development Strategies and Pioneer Practices Towards Zero Carbon Goals

16 May (pm)

Sub-Forum II: Green Shipbuilding and Retrofitting Forum
Sub-Forum III: Green Shipping Ecosystem Cooperation Forum

Key Topics

• Maritime regulatory focus under policy guidance towards zero-carbon goals
• Global green ship type product key technologies and applications
• Analysis of paths to improve the efficiency of existing ships
• How shipping companies can achieve sustainable green transformation
• Green ship technology practices and future prospects
• Innovative design methods for green ship types
• Development and design of methanol dual-fuel ship types
• Innovation and application of ship engines and propulsion systems
• Technological application and outlook of wind energy as auxiliary power for ships
• Prospects and challenges of ammonia fuel application
• Innovation in new marine fuels and supply systems
• Upgrading of ship battery systems to meet shipping emission reduction
• Fluid power energy-saving technology and practice to promote the green and low-carbon development of the shipping industry
• Green ship repair, intelligent painting and VOCs management in ship and marine engineering
• Exploration and practice in digital transformation and intelligent upgrading of the ship repair and modification industry
• Practice of ship energy consumption data analysis and carbon intensity management
• SCR technology innovation for NOx reduction in ship diesel engines
• The latest technological applications of “carbon capture” in the shipping industry
• Ballast water management systems in line with international standards
• Shore power systems combined with green electricity to assist shipping decarbonization
• Supply status and choice analysis of the marine green fuel market

Host:

• Shanghai International Shipping Center Development and Promotion Organization

Co-organisers:

• Shanghai Maritime University 
• Shanghai Institute of Navigation
• Jiangsu Association of Shipbuilding Industry
• Shanghai Association of Shipbuilding Industry
• Jiangsu Society of Naval Architects And Marine Engineers

Supporting Organisations:

• Shanghai Port Association
• Hubei Association of Shipbuilding Industry
• Shanghai International Shipping institute

Organizer:

• Shine Consultant International Ltd

Interested parties may contact:

Yulia Zhang
T: (+8621) 6095 7179
M:(+86) 158 3615 6079 (Also on WeChat）
E-mail: [email protected]  

Note: More information on the summit, including registration, can be found here. 

Photo credit: Shine Consultant
Published: 8 May, 2025

Green solutions provider Yinson GreenTech, Wilhelmsen Port Services (S) Pte Ltd (WPS), and R W Marine Services Pte Ltd (RW) recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), to accelerate the adoption of marine electrification and sustainable maritime transport in Singapore. 

The signing took place during Singapore Maritime Week (SMW 2025), being held from 24 to 28 March 2025.

Under the MoU, Yinson GreenTech plans to provide electric vessels to RW, who will lease and manage the fleet; while WPS shall coordinate the deployment of these electric vessels from RW for launch services. 

Both RW and WPS will also adopt and grow the use of the Marine Digital Platform, developed by Yinson GreenTech, for port services in Singapore. This collaboration supports the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore’s (MPA) goals of emission reduction and enhanced operational efficiency, realising the adoption of electric service vessels in the Port of Singapore.

Jan-Viggo Johansen, Managing Director of marinEV, Yinson GreenTech, said:: “We are excited to be partnering WPS and RW in driving the maritime sector towards a sustainable future. By combining our advanced electric vessels and digital solutions with WPS’s port services and RW’s sea transport expertise, we are enabling more businesses to optimise their fleets by adopting greener alternatives.”

Jamie Wrightson, Vice President Asia Pacific & India of WPS, said: “As global leaders in port agency, we are proud to partner with Yinson GreenTech and RW to bring the marinEV zero emission launch to attend to our customers’ vessels.  

“Innovation to bring down emissions and increase efficiencies in the port supply chain requires collaboration and Wilhelmsen Port Services is excited to help bring this to the market.”

Alvin Tan, Managing Director of RW, said: “Partnering with Yinson GreenTech and Wilhelmsen Port Services represents a pivotal moment for R W Marine as we transition into the era of sustainable sea transport.”

“As a long-standing operator in Singapore’s port waters, we’re proud to be taking a proactive role in adopting electric vessels and enhancing our fleet management capabilities. This collaboration underscores our commitment to delivering reliable, forward-looking marine services that support Singapore’s decarbonisation goals.”

Photo credit: Wilhelmsen Port Services
Published: 1 April, 2025

The Coastal Sustainability Alliance (CSA), an industry collaborative effort led by Kuok Maritime Group (KMG), on Wednesday (26 March) signed two Letters of Intent (LOIs) on Day 2 of the Accelerating Digitalisation and Decarbonisation Conference at Singapore Maritime Week (SMW 2025). 

The first focused on prioritising using Singapore’s largest electric supply boat, PXO E-Supply Boat Voltai, by key ship agencies during an upcoming trial and the second focused on developing a multi-modal, multi-site marine charging infrastructure. 

These partnerships marked a significant milestone in advancing the adoption of e-vessels and supporting infrastructure.

“Milk Run” Trial with Shipping Companies for E-Supply Boat Adoption

KMG has signed an LOI with seven major ship agencies and one chandler: GAC Singapore, Horizon Shipping Agencies, Inchcape Shipping Services, Johnasia Shipping, RMS Marine & Offshore Service, Sinoda Shipping Agency, and Wilhelmsen Port Services — to utilise the services of the PXO E-Supply Boat Voltai for deliveries to seagoing vessels in a one-year trial.

The trial will prioritise lightboat operators making multiple deliveries, known as a “milk run”, to improve operational efficiency, lower carbon footprint, reduce marine traffic congestion and lower costs associated with operating electric vessels.

The trial addresses the growing pressure on merchant shipowners to reduce Scope 3 emissions, offering a commercially viable pathway for greener supply chain solutions. Each E-Supply Boat  trip is expected to cut 0.5 metric tons of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions per arrival of a merchant ship at the Port of Singapore. 

As the marine logistics industry pivots towards net-zero goals, the electrification pathway can result in an estimated reduction of 9,000 metric tonnes (mt) of GHG emissions per month across 600 daily trips made by conventional supply boats. The findings from the trial will influence the development of future PXO E-Supply Boats, ensuring that they align with industry needs while advancing Singapore’s decarbonisation goals.

Multi-Site, Multi-Modal Marine Charging Infrastructure

KMG has signed another LOI with Singapore and international companies: BeeCharge Innovation Group, Jurong Port, Pyxis, RExus Bioenergy, SP Mobility, and Wilhelmsen Ships Service – to provide charging infrastructure and facilities to support the appointed operator of the PXO E-Supply Boat Voltai during the “milk run” trial. 

This partnership will feature a multi- modal and multi-location approach featuring various charging infrastructure, including shore-based charging at key waterfront sites, and mobile charging powered by solar energy for on-demand needs. As the charging infrastructure will operate on a common technical standard, it will be critical in accelerating MaritimeSG’s green transition by enabling efficient charging turnaround for e-vessels and minimising operational downtime.

Mr Tan Thai Yong, Managing Director and CEO, PaxOcean Group and Chairperson, CSA, said: “The commitment by leading ship agencies and a chandler to prioritise the hiring of the PXO E-Supply Boat Voltai marks a fundamental shift in maritime logistics.”

“Traditionally, supply boat operations have been conducted point-to-point, leading to inefficiencies and increasing emissions. Implementing the ‘milk run’ model consolidates multiple deliveries into optimised routes, benefiting all stakeholders by reducing unnecessary trips, lowering operational costs, and significantly cutting emissions.”

On the charging partnership LOI, he added, “By bringing together various site owners and charging partners, we envision concurrent efforts contributing to Singapore’s electric charging infrastructure along the coastline, eventually extending beyond our PXO vessels’ operating bases.

Over time, we hope to see more public charging infrastructure deployed strategically and decisively along Singapore’s shoreline to support operations in the Western and Eastern anchorages.”

Note: SMW 2025 will feature a public showcase of the PXO E-Supply Boat “Voltai” on 29 March. Complimentary tickets are available here.

Photo credit: Coastal Sustainability Alliance
Published: 26 March, 2025