Significant Progress in Reducing Methane Emissions in Maritime Industry

Researchers have made significant progress in reducing methane slip emissions in the maritime industry, with the Methane Abatement in Maritime Innovation Initiative (MAMII) reporting promising results from four technology feasibility studies. These studies, conducted by companies Daphne Technology, CDTi Advanced Materials, Rotoboost, and Plenesys, showed strong potential to cut methane emissions from LNG-fueled ships, a focus area for scientists and environmentalists due to the environmental impact of methane emissions.

Three shipping companies, including Capital Gas Ship Management and MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company, collaborated with MAMII on the studies to develop commercially viable applications of the technologies. The companies presented various approaches to methane abatement, with efficiencies reaching 78 to 85 percent and innovative ways to convert methane into alternatives that enhance economic efficiency for operators, showing promising results for reducing methane emissions in the industry.

The technologies explored by the companies included catalysts, decomposition systems, and process adaptations to reduce methane slip and convert it into hydrogen for engine reinjection. MAMII plans to progress these research projects to on-ship trials soon, aiming to promote the adoption of validated solutions for mitigating methane emissions in the maritime sector. The initiative, launched in September 2022 by Safetytech Accelerator, brings together industry leaders, technology innovators, and maritime stakeholders to advance technologies for measuring and mitigating methane emissions, contributing to a sustainable and cleaner future for the oceans and the planet.

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