Accelleron hat dies direkt geteilt
We have deep roots in Japan, the world’s third biggest shipbuilding and maritime economy. In fact, we signed our very first license agreement with IHI in Japan in 1958, and that partnership has evolved into a long-term joint venture. During my visits last week with our colleagues and customers there, we explored the extraordinary opportunities in Japanese shipbuilding over the next several years. As the global fleet begins to age out – with ships averaging 20-years-old – Japan’s new ship market is poised for growth, with some ship owners aiming to replace 50 to 60% of their fleets over the next few years. At the same time, the mandate to design ships that operate with net zero emissions is creating a moment for shipbuilding that could create a step change in emissions reductions. This puts Japan right at the center of maritime decarbonization, and we are excited to be there, partnering and collaborating with our customers on many aspects: 💧 Through digital collaborations that increase efficiency and drive down emissions, like our FURUNO and BEMAC projects. 💧 By turbocharging ship engines that run on carbon-neutral fuels, including an ammonia-fueled vessel already in service. 💧 With a growing backlog of new ship orders, we are also collaborating with customers on component upgrade services that can bring fuel efficiency gains of around 3-4%. Prioritizing repair and maintenance over premature wholesale replacement can conserve resources while reducing emissions for a large number of merchant marine ships that are midway through their lives. It’s very much in keeping with the Japanese precept of “Mottainai,” avoiding needless waste. Our journey through Tokyo, Kobe, and Imabari left a deep impression of gracious people, endeavoring to create harmony between human progress and nature. Together, we can bring this harmony to global shipping and light the path to a more sustainable future. #shipping #power #climate #energytranstion #decarbonization