{"id":1498,"date":"2024-11-25T16:55:00","date_gmt":"2024-11-25T16:55:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mercator.nfdtesting.uk\/propulsion-and-future-fuels-conference\/2024\/11\/25\/propulsion-and-future-fuels-2024-heres-what-you-missed-on-day-1\/"},"modified":"2026-08-27T19:45:59","modified_gmt":"2026-08-27T18:45:59","slug":"propulsion-and-future-fuels-2024-heres-what-you-missed-on-day-1","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.motorship.com\/propulsion-and-future-fuels-conference\/news\/news-pff\/propulsion-and-future-fuels-2024-heres-what-you-missed-on-day-1\/","title":{"rendered":"Propulsion &amp; Future Fuels 2024: Here\u2019s what you missed on Day 1!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Onboard Carbon Capture, a Regulatory Minefield<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Challenges and Efficiency<\/strong>: Joe Bettles and Manfred Lebmeier discussed the energy penalties and regulatory challenges of onboard carbon capture (OCC), highlighting the complexity of handling captured carbon.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Technological Feasibility<\/strong>: Sergey Gribanov noted that while OCC technology exists, it needs to be more efficient and economically feasible, with regulations like EU ETS and MRV still lacking necessary details.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Future Framework and Innovation<\/strong>: Harry Conway mentioned that the IMO is working on a framework for OCC, potentially ready by 2027, and emphasized that innovation will drive the process forward.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Methanol\u2019s Growing Role in Decarbonising Shipping<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Industry Leaders\u2019 Insights<\/strong>: Hannes Lilp and Kjeld Aabo highlighted methanol\u2019s pivotal role in maritime decarbonization, emphasizing its efficiency, environmental benefits, and ease of adaptation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Technological and Policy Support<\/strong>: Lilp discussed SRC Group\u2019s global capabilities and multidisciplinary expertise, while Aabo noted the need for supportive policies and investments to scale up methanol production.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Current Adoption and Future Potential<\/strong>: Methanol is already used by 313 vessels, with over 150 renewable methanol projects in development, showcasing its immediate viability and long-term potential.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Experts Highlight LNG\u2019s Future Relevance<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Versatile LNG Solutions<\/strong>: Can Murtezaoglu from GTT emphasized the versatility of LNG storage solutions, adaptable for future fuels like ammonia and methanol, and highlighted GTT\u2019s commitment to innovation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Engine Advancements<\/strong>: Thomas Werner from WinGD introduced the X-DF 2.0 platform with iCER and VCR systems, significantly improving fuel efficiency and reducing emissions, making LNG engines competitive with traditional diesel engines.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Long-term Viability<\/strong>: Both leaders underscored LNG\u2019s role in maritime decarbonisation, with GTT focusing on versatile storage solutions and WinGD on engine advancements, aligning with long-term emission reduction goals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Methanol\u2019s rise, onboard carbon capture challenges, and LNG\u2019s versatile advancements from the Propulsion and Future Fuels 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