The UK government has launched tests for injecting CO2 into depleted wells under the North Sea, supporting carbon capture projects. Carbon Catalyst, a UK company, partnered with Perenco UK for the initial test at Project Poseidon. Wintershall Dea also joined, acquiring a 10% interest. The project aims to become one of the largest in Northwest Europe.
A project led by OGCI, GCMD, and Stena Bulk assessed the feasibility of onboard carbon capture in shipping. REMARCCABLE found retrofitting OCCS on the Stena Impero could reduce CO2 emissions by 20% annually with minimal fuel penalty. Initial costs are high, but further research could make OCCS more viable. Collaboration is key to overcome challenges.
DNV, a leading classification society, has updated its rules to support decarbonization technologies. The new in-operation class notations clarify class customers’ responsibilities for design and operational requirements. Geir Dugstad, DNV Maritime’s Global Technical Director, emphasized the industry’s challenges and opportunities, including new fuels and advanced technologies. The updated rules promote innovation, safety, and introduce notations for hydrogen fuel and carbon capture.
Mitsui OSK Lines is set to equip the LR1 product tanker, Connections victory, with an integrated CO2 capture system, a first for a Japanese operator. The Filtree System by Value Maritime can remove sulfur oxides, particulates, and recover up to 10% CO2. Installation on the 75,000-tonne vessel is expected by year-end, aligning with MOL’s goal of net zero emissions by 2050.
Following Stories compiled in this News Digest for the week from 16 May 2022 to 22 May 2022 in descending…
