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Dare to share! There´s a paradigm shift going on! When I came into maritime industry from other fields six years ago I was surprised by the limited data sharing in the value chain. Very few players were willing to share vessel/fleet emissions and efficiency data, and most companies kept all cards close to the chest. This has now turned 180 degrees in the #offshore sector, and the vessel owners are showing that the best in class are seeing it in everyone´s best interest to be as open as possible. It helps the industry at large in being more efficient, but at the same time it also directly benefits the individual companies daring to share - meeting stakeholder expectations about transparency and staying ahead of the curve wrt regulations. This kind of emissions data #transparency is a complete paradigm shift and a key enabler to reach the industry emission targets in time. Standing ovation from me to the vessel owners and crews participating in this campaign - for paving the way and daring to share. And also to my stellar colleagues here in VPS for making this campaign happen + creating an awesome visual collab tool. For the rest of us - check out the live campaign dashboards by clicking the link in the article below and see the current leaders in the campaign progress towards the campaign target of saving 15,000 tons of CO2! #daretoshare #systemsthinking #decarb Solstad Offshore ASA | Tidewater | Skansi Offshore | Maersk Supply Service | DOF Simon Møkster Shipping AS | Oceaneering | Rem Offshore | Olympic Subsea ASA | HAVILA SHIPPING ASA | Sanco shipping | Sea1 Offshore

Kongsberg Maritime and Solstad Offshore ASA have entered into a collaboration agreement to identify and trial decarbonisation technologies across Solstad’s fleet. Read The Full Article:- https://lnkd.in/ewZDHE_d “Kongsberg Maritime are excited to continue our historic collaboration with Solstad Offshore,” said James Poulton SVP Aftermarket Sale Kongsberg Maritime. “Close partnerships are key to developing the next generation of integrated technologies so that we together can support the goal of decarbonisation within the maritime industry.” Sustainability Director Tor Inge Dale of Solstad emphasized, "Collaboration is the cornerstone of the ongoing energy transformation process. Kongsberg and Solstad share a rich history of partnering to advance and enhance technology, and this partnership will now extend to our collective efforts in decarbonization." Geir Nygjerde, (Kongsberg Maritime), Tor Inge Dale (Solstad), Jan Viste (Solstad), Sigurd Johannessen (Solstad), Tommy Myrene (Kongsberg Maritime) and Kjetil Vatland Olsen (Solstad) More News At Workboat365.com Subscribe To The Workboat365 LinkedIn Weekly News https://lnkd.in/eMY2JUnT #propulsion #decarbonisation #shipbuilding #maritimeindustry #maritime #marine #marineindustry

Exciting news from the deck of the North Purpose, one of the vessels that participated in the Maress Decarbonisation Campaign last year.   We are thrilled to share that VPS will organize another Maress Decarbonisation Campaign in 2024. Get ready and get involved! We´re building on the remarkable achievements of last year, where the crews on 133 vessels across the globe from 8 companies joined forces, collectively slashing nearly 11,000 tons of CO2 emissions in just two months! Thanks to the participation of some of the world’s leading offshore vessel owners: Solstad Offshore ASA, Simon Møkster Shipping AS, Boskalis Offshore Energy, Rem Offshore, Tidewater, Skansi Offshore, North Sea Shipping, and DOF.   This is an open invitation to forward-leaning companies who want to be part of this and collectively push the industry in the right direction. Reach out to us to sign up for this summer´s campaign, or to start a conversation on how to get involved. This year we´re aiming for even more vessels, broader geographic coverage and even bigger emission savings! A hairy goal – so let´s come together and make a real industry showcase of actual decarb impact through collaboration and smart use of data. This collaborative campaign sets sail in June, offering a friendly challenge to fleets worldwide. Part of the goal of the campaign is to get as much enthusiasm and involvement as possible – from participating crews, shore organisations, and others. The campaign offers an opportunity to put the limelight on the top performers out there, and stimulate sharing of best practices – within fleets, and across companies. No real downside risk at all.   If you want to learn how your vessels can get involved, don't hesitate to reach out at decarbonisation@vpsveritas.com    Let's embark on this journey together and make an even bigger impact this time around! PS: A big thanks to the crew on the North Purpose⛴️ for the video on featuring our VPS Key Account Manager Linda Stuberg👷🏻♀️ #decarbonisation #campaign #impact #offshorevessels #leadership

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  🍃 SUSTAINABILITY IN UNLIKELY PLACES - Vestas aircoil's ambitions with the Tersus project In an industry traditionally seen as non-sustainable, Vestas aircoil is forging a path towards greater environmental responsibility. At the helm of the innovative Tersus project are Project Manager Jens Meyer Olesen, with his diverse background from shipbuilding to mechanical engineering, and Area Sales Manager Peter Jørgensen, a veteran with 25 years in the energy industry.   Peter shares, “In my work, I've always aimed to offer solutions that not only reduce CO2 emissions but are also financially rewarding.” Both Peter and Jens are united in their mission to find win-win situations where sustainability and industry profitability go hand-in-hand. The Tersus cooler cleaning system embodies this mission. A solution designed to be user-friendly, safe, and cost-effective, Tersus not only simplifies the cleaning process but also directly impacts reduced fuel consumption. 🌎   It's not just about a product. It's about making meaningful contributions to a sustainable world and creating solutions that are beneficial for both businesses and our planet.   Read more about the Tersus project here (page 8-9); https://lnkd.in/eChW6TZu #Sustainability #Innovation #VestasAircoil #TersusProject

Great session today with Plymouth and South Devon Freeport stakeholder forum discussing #netzero strategies. This Freeport has the added bonus of being within the context of the Plymouth Sound National Marine Park and wider Maritime UK South West Ocean Technology cluster - a recipe for material positive change at pace!    Key takeaways include the need to account for threats and opportunities across the E2E value chain, ashore and afloat - with enabling actions being critical to decarb success e.g. transport and logistics uplifts to avoid emission creation. As ever, skills and talent availability restraint are significant aspects to achieving target state e.g. for handling & use of alternative fuels, and technology development, deployment & operation.  But the appetite for change is apparent #wecandothis #collaboration #decarbonisation #maritime #coastalpowerhouse

Major cost and emission savings for 21 days of Johan Sverdrup ROV Drill Support campaign this summer.   By adopting our innovative approach, we have achieved significant cost savings of 15-20 MNOK and 500 tons of carbon dioxide emission compared to traditional vessel-based operations. Making a substantial contribution to a more sustainable and environmentally friendly operation.   Our approach has had a transformative impact on project quality and efficiency. Through the implementation of our innovative methods, we have streamlined processes, optimized resource utilization, and minimized downtime. As a result, we have witnessed improved project outcomes, reduced risks, and heightened client satisfaction.   We are proud to be driving positive change in the industry, fostering a greener future and a more efficient sector. With great enthusiasm, we will continue to provide cutting-edge solutions that push the boundaries of what is possible.   Compared to a vessel operation the savings are estimated based upon a conservative day rate of MNOK 750-1000 and CO2 emissions of 20-30 tons per day. Source: Vessel owners sustainability reporting. Operators will for projects like this try to avoid using a IMR vessel because of complexity, cost and environmental footprint. #WeAreStinger #subseatechnology #techfuture

As we witness this remarkable stride in maritime technology, it is evident that partnerships like the one between ZEME and Optima Shipping Services Group are crucial for driving positive change in the industry. Let's continue to support and celebrate initiatives that propel us toward a more sustainable and efficient future. #MarineTechnology #Sustainability #InnovationAtSea #ShippingIndustry #OptimaShippingServices #OptimaRepairs #ZEME 🌊🔗

Cargill and BAR Technologies’ groundbreaking WindWings innovation sets sail on open waters, testing new technology that will bring cutting edge wind propulsion to commercial shipping for the first time. Mitsubishi Corporation’s Pyxis Ocean, chartered by Cargill, is the first vessel to be retrofitted with two WindWings, which are large wing sails measuring up to 45 meters in height that can be fitted to the deck of bulk cargo ships to harness the power of wind. Manufactured by industrialization partner Yara Marine Technologies, they are expected to generate average fuel savings of up to 30 percent on new build vessels, which could be even higher if used in combination with alternative fuels. The installation of the wings took place at the COSCO shipyard in China and the Pyxis Ocean is now on the water, conducting her maiden voyage. Key Environmental Areas – https://lnkd.in/gmKExD7a    Scenario Planning -  https://lnkd.in/g2M6Rka4   ESG reporting Standards? - https://lnkd.in/gnms3fy7     Close, consolidate, and reporting - https://lnkd.in/gARHRXB4       Data Management - https://lnkd.in/g8SvPfDx     Circularity - https://lnkd.in/gJwAujhp     Biodiversity - https://lnkd.in/gJxv-fZj   #profitability #sales #margins #inventory #cashflow #EBITDA #EBIT #production #integration #integratedplanningandreporting #SDG #Metrics #Scope1 #Scope2 #scope3 #operational #management #regulatory #profitability #sales #margins #inventory #cashflow #EBITDA #EBIT #production #integration #integratedplanningandreporting

To have this type of validation from a key client such as A.P. Moller - Maersk on the innovative, ME-LGIM engine platform, already on the first of its #methanol #newbuilds, speaks volumes of MAN Energy Solutions. Were you aware though, that #methanol, a colourless🔎, odourless👃🏻, liquid fuel🥛at ambient temperature, also allows for very efficient #retrofits?🤔💰 MAN Energy Solutions’ engine designs currently power well over 20,000 vessels globally. Out of this ‘fleet’, 3,500 are electronically controlled⚡️ and therefore represent suitable candidates for the potential #conversion to operate on alternative fuels, including methanol. MAN Energy Solutions has further evaluated that more than 2,000(!) of these vessels are appropriate candidates for #retrofitting, to #methanol, which could give way to a potential savings of over 80 million tons CO2eq emissions annually, if based on a carbon neutral fuel such as methanol. #compliance #competitiveness #retrofit #newbuild #MAN #APMollerMaersk #Methanol #Sustainability #Efficiency #EmmissionsReduction #Value #Innovation #Blending #MassBalance #Carbon3 #Decarbonisation #WSC #GreenBalanceMechanism