BLUE CARBON SHOWED THE WAY
photo : PEXELS
BLUE CARBON SHOWED THE WAY
by : SAMI J . ANTEROINEN
bling performance optimization and diagnostics features . The project will develop the computing architecture for performing novel integrated on-ship computing , supported by cloud computing services .
THE HYBRID WAY
The energy analysis will be used for analyzing and retrofitting new propulsion upgrades and to give insights into how the hybridization of vessels can improve performance . Electrification and the introduction of fossil-free synthetic fuels like ammonia and methanol require next-level vessel energy efficiency to provide competitive vessels for shipping companies .
“ We ’ re expecting DAZE to deliver concepts for gathering and analyzing data from a vessel , with the help of which decisions can be automatically taken to optimize energy consumption and reduce emissions ,” says Kenneth Widell , Senior Project Manager at Wärtsilä leading the Zero Emission Marine Program .
“ The data modelling is expected to predict the most economical path to
Leveraging data to bring marine emissions down has been a hot topic for a while now . For example , in 2020 , Wärtsilä ’ s Blue Carbon Project won first place in United Nations ’ AIS Big Data Hackathon . The winning idea revolved around providing a comprehensive picture of the true state of maritime emissions .
In the Hackathon , the Wärtsilä team created a global map to upgrade the reporting accuracy for ship emissions by breaking them down geographically . The map can aid regulatory development for shipping , and also help research institutions to attain greater accuracy in their measurements by using this data to eliminate emissions generated by ships .
The team recognized that reduced fuel consumption equals reduced emissions – which is a winwin solution for both businesses and the planet . This is not exactly news : also IMO ’ s Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan ( SEEMP ) guidelines list a variety of options to improve fuel efficiency – from speed optimization and optimized weather routing to timely hull maintenance and engine load efficiency .
However , Wärtsilä has a Fleet Operations Solution ( FOS ) that is targeting these very areas very diligently . In practice , this means realtime weather forecasts , auto-optimized speed and routes that give the best fuel efficiency while ensuring voyage safety . The solution also supports predictive maintenance for propeller , hull and engine condition to ensure that vessel performance is optimal at all times . n seatec 1 / 2023 11