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Using an abundant, if toxic, resource to power the maritime fleet. A mature future fuel already in use - but will it become dominant? LNG is currently the most popular lower carbon fuel, but with bio and e-LNG it could move beyond its current transition fuel status supported by extensive existing infrastructure. Numerous NGOs protested against the IMO earlier this year putting biofuels in its Global Fuel Standard, but the “fuel versus food” debate seems to have been solved by deriving fuels from waste. Technically the cleanest possible fuel source available to the maritime world and one that has the longest history, dating back to the 1950s. Why is it not in common, non-military use? Read More Read More Read More Read More Read More
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NewsCCS systems for new LCO2 carriers
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NewsDNV AiP For ERMA FIRST’s On Board CCS System
DNV has awarded Approval in Principle (AiP) to an amine absorption-based Onboard Carbon Capture (OCC) system developed by ERMA FIRST.
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NewsSouth Korean flag type approval for ERMA FIRST’s BWTS
ERMA FIRST’s full flow electrolysis ballast water treatment system (BWTS) has been awarded type approval by the South Korean flag for its ERMA FIRST FIT BWTS solution.
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NewsLR AiP For ERMA FIRST’S On Board CCS System
Lloyd’s Register (LR) has awarded an approval in principle to ERMA FIRST for its on-board Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) system.
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NewsErma First’s AMP solution recognised as Energy Saving Device
DNV has confirmed that Erma First’s alternative maritime power (AMP) system, BLUE CONNECT, meets the requirements to be categorised as an ‘energy-saving device’ (ESD). In the same document, DNV recognises the solution’s ability to improve a vessel’s Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) ratings in line with regulations set out by the IMO.
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NewsDamen to supply world’s smallest BWTS
Damen Green Solutions has added Erma First’s oneTANK Ballast Water Treatment System (BWTS) to its portfolio of solutions.
