The University of Plymouth has joined a new initiative to promote a cleaner maritime industry by researching and developing technologies to make harbours and ports more environmentally friendly. Led by Aqua superPower, the project aims to provide electric boat owners with charging stations and improve energy management to accommodate the electrification of vessels. Lee Durndell, a chemistry lecturer at Plymouth University, noted a strong interest from both vessel and harbour owners in growing the sector in the coming years.
The collaboration between the University of Plymouth and City College Plymouth will focus on creating sustainable solutions for the maritime industry. Alex Bamberg, CEO of Aqua superPower, believes that the project could establish the UK as a pioneer in vessel-to-grid technology. By integrating more renewables and reducing the need for grid connections where capacity is limited or costly, the initiative aims to support the growth of environmentally friendly practices in the maritime sector.
The development of cleaner technologies in harbours and ports is seen as crucial for the future of the maritime industry. With a focus on enhancing energy management and promoting the electrification of vessels, the project led by Aqua superPower is expected to have a positive impact on reducing emissions and promoting sustainability in the sector. By working together with academic institutions like the University of Plymouth, the project aims to drive innovation and support the transition towards a more environmentally friendly maritime industry.
