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UECC launches second in series of three LNG battery hybrid newbuilds at Chinese yard

Hull number H2664 hit the water in a launch ceremony at the Shanghai yard on 16 August and is due for final delivery along with the third vessel in the first half of 2022.

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Norwegian roll-on/roll-off shipping line United European Car Carrier (UECC), on Thursday (19 August) said it has launched its latest newbuild pure car and truck carrier (PCTC) at Jiangnan Shipyard.

Hull number H2664 hit the water in a launch ceremony at the Shanghai yard on 16 August and is due for final delivery along with the third vessel in the first half of 2022, while the first unit launched earlier this year is set to be delivered later this autumn after final commissioning.

UECC has been a front-runner in adapting hybrid technology for the car carrier shipping segment in pursuit of lower CO2 emissions, building on a pair of pioneering dual-fuel LNG-powered PCTCs that have now been in commercial operation for the past four years.

“The intention was to further improve on these two E-class vessels, Auto Eco and Auto Energy, by rationalising fuel consumption through the use of hybrid battery power,” says Jan Thore Foss, Head of Ship Management and newbuilding .

He states, “the yard responded to the challenge by employing Jiangnan Shipyard Group’s internal design firm to carry out engineering work to adapt the hybrid technology, supplied by WE Tech of Finland, for the ground-breaking newbuild project.”

Technical challenges

“There have been a number of technical challenges to overcome, such as streamlining the shaft generator for a dual-fuel engine and determining whether the bow thruster could run on battery power when entering and leaving port,” Foss adds.

The shaft generator enables the vessel to recharge its batteries while at sea so it can run the bow thruster in/out of port solely on battery power, contributing to reduced emissions in line with port authority requirements.

Battery power on the new vessels will improve operational efficiency and further reduce emissions through peak shaving, in addition to handling partial accommodation load and driving auxiliary equipment.

The use of a battery hybrid solution will enable UECC to exceed the IMO target to reduce carbon intensity by 40% from 2008 levels within 2030.

Emissions of carbon dioxide will be reduced by around 25%, SOx and particulate matter by 90% and NOx by 85% from the use of LNG, while the newbuilds will also meet the IMO’s Tier 3 NOx emissions limitations for the North Sea and Baltic Sea.

Pandemic issues

Foss says the newbuild programme remains on schedule despite significant logistical hurdles due to lockdown and travel restrictions that have led to difficulties in procuring equipment from global suppliers and hit manpower capacity for construction work, which requires hundreds of workers.

“The newbuilds were contracted in 2019 just before the pandemic broke out so fortunately we had equipment vendors in place, but the main challenge has been getting service engineers into China,” he says.

“We were initially forced to set up a temporary site team comprising solely Chinese nationals to get the newbuild project moving as flights into the country were cancelled. It has also been necessary to use digital tools such as conferencing apps to supervise the project remotely.

“The yard has though performed exceptionally well to re-allocate labour resources to maintain progress on the project.”

Once delivered, the newbuild trio will give UECC five eco-friendly PCTCs out of its 17-vessel fleet as its focus on sustainable operations is set to give the leading shortsea carrier a commercial edge in a green shipping future. It states.

 

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Published: 24 August, 2021

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VPS introduces new General Manager for Middle East and Africa

Dirk de Bruyn brings experience from Rio Tinto, Shell and recently TotalEnergies, and a range of local, regional and global oil, gas and energy roles across four continents.

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Dirk de Bruyn, General Manager for Middle East and Africa, VPS

Maritime decarbonisation advisory services company VPS on Monday (11 November) announced the appointment of Dirk de Bruyn as the company’s new General Manager for Middle East and Africa.

In this role, Dirk will advance VPS’s business within the region with both new and existing key clients. He will be critical to the growth of both the traditional businesses of marine fuels testing and advisory as well as playing a key role of decarbonisation of the maritime industry.

With experience gained at Rio Tinto, Shell and recently TotalEnergies, and a range of local, regional and global roles across four continents in international oil, gas and energy, Dirk brings extensive experience and knowledge in the energy transition space.

Using his extensive knowledge gained in bunker fuel and lubricants, both from a supplier and end-users’ perspective, Dirk previously led a global team focused on energy transition and decarbonisation.

“The maritime industry is changing quickly with ambitious emissions targets and decarbonisation requirements driving the introduction of new technologies and fuels into the market,” said Dr. Malcolm Cooper, CEO of VPS.

“In this dynamic landscape, we are very pleased to have Dirk on board to help VPS customers optimise their operations by understanding which new fuels to use and how to adapt to these sustainable business drivers and meet new regulations.

Dirk noted: “Whilst the industry is rightfully focussed on the path towards Net Zero, we must ensure we do not take our eye off the ball on the operational risks posed by traditional fuels.”

“Energy Transition and the path towards Net Zero is an evolving landscape. With the change in fuel types and the introduction of future fuels, it is important to provide advice and guidance to our customers whilst taking into consideration the differences in legislations.

“VPS leads the way with their technology in biofuels as well as methanol testing which is a key component to reducing our clients emissions and helping them in their journey towards Net Zero. I am excited to be part of this journey with VPS’ with an industry who is focussed on fuel transition.

“With over forty years of knowledge and experience in the marine industry, and a wide range of advanced Digital Decarbonisation platforms such as PortStats, Maress, BOND and Emsys, I have found that our team is filled with experience and determination and I look forward to adding mine into the mix.”

 

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Published: 13 November 2024

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Bunker fuel trading firm Shipergy achieves International Sustainability and Carbon Certification

ISCC certification assures Shipergy’s marine fuel offerings meet sustainability, GHG reduction, and traceability standards – aligning with upcoming FuelEU Maritime.

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London-based provider of marine fuel solutions Shipergy on Monday (11 November) said it has achieved International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC).

The ISCC certification provides assurance that Shipergy’s fuel offerings meet rigorous sustainability, greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction, and traceability standards – aligning with the EU’s upcoming FuelEU Maritime regulation effective 1 January 2025.

This regulation mandates progressive reductions in GHG intensity across all energy sources used by ships within EU waters. By achieving ISCC certification, Shipergy is now positioned to help its customers meet these regulatory standards while supporting the broader decarbonisation of the maritime sector.

“Achieving ISCC certification is a testament to Shipergy’s dedication to advancing sustainable practices in the maritime industry,” said Daniel Rose, CEO of Shipergy.

“With FuelEU Maritime on the horizon, we are proud to offer our customers a reliable source of certified sustainable fuels, enabling them to navigate the changing regulatory landscape confidently and responsibly.”

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Published: 13 November 2024

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Yinson GreenTech and Zeabuz to develop autonomous, remote-controlled electric marine vessels

Collaboration aims to integrate Zeabuz’s hardware and proprietary software algorithms into Yinson GreenTech’s marinEV fleet of electric vessels.

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Yinson GreenTech and Zeabuz to develop autonomous, remote-controlled electric marine vessels

Yinson GreenTech and autonomous maritime technology company Zeabuz have signed a Letter of Intent to integrate autonomous and remote-control capabilities into Yinson GreenTech's fleet of marine electric vessels.

This collaboration was formalised at the Singapore Norway Innovation Conference on 6 November. It marked a significant step towards decarbonising Singapore's maritime industry by combining the power of electrification and autonomous maritime operations.

The collaboration aims to deliver more efficient marine solutions by integrating Zeabuz's hardware and proprietary software algorithms into Yinson GreenTech's marinEV fleet of electric vessels.

Critically, by combining autonomous driving technology with electric marine vessels, this collaboration will address the maritime industry's long-term manpower challenges. It will reduce the number of crew members required onboard, making maritime operations more efficient.

Additionally, it will enhance the attractiveness of maritime jobs by introducing new, knowledge-based skillsets like artificial intelligence, machine learning, and remote operations. This aligns with the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore's (MPA) Industry Transformation Map, particularly its focus on digitalisation.

“To fulfil Yinson GreenTech's broader vision of building a net-zero world, marinEV believes in harnessing the power of sustainable innovation through strategic partnerships," said Jan-Viggo Johansen, Managing Director of marinEV.

“Our collaboration with Zeabuz marks a significant step towards accelerating the adoption of autonomous solutions, which will not only enhance the safety and efficiency of maritime operations but also significantly reduce our environmental impact on waterways.”

“By combining the power of electrification, onboard autonomy, and remote supervisory control, we are laying a strong foundation for the future of sustainable maritime operations,” said Øyvind Smogeli, CEO and Co-Founder of Zeabuz.

“We are excited to deepen our collaboration with Yinson GreenTech to build a future of sustainable, technology-driven marine transport.”

 

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Published: 12 November 2024

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