Berge Bulk is piloting an onboard carbon capture system on the Ultramax bulker, Berge Yotei, to address new emissions regulations. Developed by Value Maritime, the system captures up to 15 tonnes of CO2 daily, aiming to reduce emissions by 30%. Collaboration is key for scaling this technology in shipping.
Carbon Ridge has received Design Basis Approval (DBA) from DNV for its Onboard Carbon Capture System (OCCS), confirming compliance with safety and regulatory standards. This milestone facilitates future type approval and deployment, promising over 90% CO₂ emission reduction and positioning the OCCS as a key solution for global maritime emissions.
The Maritime Technologies Forum (MTF) has released a new report advising the industry on implementing onboard carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology. The report stresses the need for a secure downstream value chain, societal acceptance, cost-effectiveness, and regulatory frameworks tailored for onboard CCS. Recommendations include collaboration, standardized guidelines, training programs, and technology advancements.
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.
