Decarbonization

Do you want to find the right path towards decarbonizing your fleet? We have the experience and expertise to enhance a ship’s energy efficiency in the most cost-efficient way.

The decarbonization of shipping focuses on the machinery solutions of ships. We have extensive experience in the design of machinery systems and engine room areas. Decarbonizing is one of our prime priority areas.

In order to meet the ship emission reduction targets set by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), all suitable means shall be scrutinized. Novel fuels, energy saving systems and emission reduction technologies are to be assessed when looking for the most cost-efficient and practical path towards a sustainable solution.

Energy efficiency enhances the fuel economy of ships. With novel fuels, such as ammonia and methanol, fuel economy is even more important due to the low-energy density content of those fuels, posing challenges to designers and ship operators in terms of storage capacity and related operational endurance. The best solution depends very much on the dedicated ship’s operational profile.

In retrofit projects, the focus is gradually shifting from exhaust treatment systems to novel fuels and various energy-saving technologies. Power management is also important and often extended with a battery pack. Wind can be used thanks to the latest wind-assisted ship prolusion solutions. We have experience with all these technologies and help you taking the right choice.

Hydrodynamic energy efficiency

The key phases

1.
Desktop study of a ship’s performance and potential of different energy efficiency technologies
2.
CFD analysis of potential energy efficiency technologies, such as:
  • Trim optimization
  • Interceptor
  • Bulbous bow modification
  • Rudder bulb
  • Air Lubrication System (ALS)
  • Stabilizer recess optimization
3.
Elogrids’ potential with CFD calculations: less fuel, more thrust

Novel fuels

The key phases

1.
Defining your path to decarbonized shipping
2.
Assessing the most suitable fuel for your operations
3.
Designing the concept for applying the selected fuel in the operations of your assets
4.
Engineering for individual ships with the selected fuel type

Energy saving and emission control

The key phases

1.
Defining the strategy and target for emissions and energy savings
2.
Assessing the possible technologies
3.
Creating the conceptual design for the selected technologies
4.
Carrying out the engineering on the ship

Ensuring compliance with regulations (EEDI, EEXI and CII)

The key phases

1.
Rule compliance: EEDI/EEXI, CII
2.
Assessing the ship’s energy efficiency
3.
Creating a strategy to enhance energy efficiency
4.
Implementing the means for better efficiency

Contact us

Antti Yrjänäinen

Project & Sales Manager, Marine & Offshore Energy

+358 40 5011 414 antti.yrjanainen@elomatic.com

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