The maritime industry sets sail for cleaner shipping with ambitious new project
New partnership will measure the effects of emission-reducing initiatives in real-time on Uni-Tankers ships. Concrete data and actions will provide the maritime sector with deep insights into the necessary steps towards a climate-neutral industry.
The maritime industry stands at a crossroads. The vision of climate-neutral shipping by 2050 is within reach. With approximately 90% of the world's goods expected to be transported by sea, there is immense potential to create a greener future by transforming the maritime sector.
This is why MUDP has allocated over 18 million DKK to a new project, CLEANSHIP. The project brings together leading players in the maritime sector to demonstrate and document the potential of innovative technologies that can reduce harmful emissions from maritime transport.
- The CLEANSHIP project distinguishes itself by measuring the impact of initiatives during real sailing. We aim to investigate the effects of energy-saving devices, modern biofuels, and other operational handles on harmful emissions, including Black Carbon. By monitoring emissions and fuel consumption in real-time, we will be able to provide valuable insights to the maritime industry and support future investments in cleaner technology. says Julie Tølbøl Rasmussen, project manager in CLEANSHIP from Danish Technological Institute.
Real-time measurements on the open sea
The project will take an innovative approach by using advanced measurement technologies and data collection directly on Uni-Tankers ships during their actual voyages. This allows for measuring the effects of emission-reducing initiatives in real-time.
- We are proud to be part of the CLEANSHIP project as it provides us with insights into the real reduction potentials of using biofuels and energy-saving technologies. The collaboration across the industry in this project will help us achieve significant insights in this area, says Kristian Larsen, Technical Director at Uni-Tankers.
Participation in the project Uni-Tankers has a directly strategic value for Uni-Tankers.
- Reducing emissions is a strategic priority for us, and the project supports our decarbonization roadmap and goals as well as our ESG strategy, adds Kristian Larsen.
Strong partnership for greener shipping
Uni-Tankers and Danish Technological Institute have teamed up with Green Instruments, which possesses state-of-the-art knowledge and experience with measurement equipment and emissions measurements in various environments.
- The CLEANSHIP project advances and showcases our pioneering black carbon emission measurement capabilities.This initiative is a significant step towards helping the maritime sector achieve emissions reductions. Through this collaboration, we can apply our expertise in real-world environments, demonstrating the impact of our emission monitoring equipment, says Peter Bank Mariager, CTO hos Green Instruments..
The project's ambitious partnership also includes the Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping (MMMCZCS), Danish Shipping, and Danish Maritime. The collaboration across the value chain forms a strong unit where extensive knowledge and expertise are united with valuable market shares.
MMMCZCS will leverage their strong relationships with strategic partners to promote the decarbonization of the maritime sector by 2050, while Danish Maritime and Danish Shipping represent equipment suppliers and shipowners internationally, including within the IMO.
The partners in CLEANSHIP will work closely together until December 2026 to take steps towards a greener and more CO2-efficient maritime industry.
Further information
Please contact
- Julie Tølbøl Rasmussen, Project Manager, Danish Technological Institute, Tel. 72 20 26 07,
Mail: jtra@teknologisk.dk. - Annelouise Villum Jensen, Lead on project communication, Danish Technological Institute,
Tel. 72 20 23 30, Mail: avj@teknologisk.dk.
Facts
- MUDP, The Danish Environment Agency: 18,2 mio. DKK
- Total budget: 25 mio. DKK
- Duration: 3 years
- Official title: CLEANSHIP
Partners
Danish Technological Institute
As an independent, non-profit GTS institute, Danish Technological Institute strengthens business and society in meeting future technological and business challenges. Therefore, the transformation of the maritime sector is high on the Institute's agenda. They will contribute with their competencies in sensor technology, data collection and processing, advanced fuels, and project management in CLEANSHIP.
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Uni-Tankers
Uni-Tankers is among the leading tanker shipping companies operating in the medium and small tanker segment. Uni-Tankers operates 41 owned and time-chartered vessels, and the fleet is one of the youngest in its core markets. At Uni-Tankers, they strive to offer world-class service through technical expertise and an open, welcoming culture.
The headquarters is located in Middelfart (Denmark), with commercial activities also carried out from local offices in Aalborg (Denmark), Mougins (France), Istanbul (Turkey), Houston (USA), and Malaga (Spain).
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Green Instruments
Green Instruments specializes in technology for emission control, water and gas monitoring, hazard detection and energy optimization to ensure more sustainable and safe ship operations. Green Instruments is a solid global business with extensive experience in monitoring and analysis, and its solutions can also be used in industry. Green Instruments A/S was founded in 1999 and has its headquarters and production in Brønderslev, Denmark, with additional offices in the USA and Singapore.
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Fonden Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping
The Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping (MMMCZCS) is an independent, non-profit research and development center established in 2020 with funding from the A.P. Møller Foundation. Their mission is to guide and create solutions for the global maritime industry that can accelerate the establishment of CO2-neutral shipping by 2050.
Through collaboration with their partners, governments, authorities, public bodies, researchers, and organizations in the global maritime industry, they aim to reduce the risks associated with the necessary decisions and actions that will lead to a CO2-neutral maritime industry. They are neutral and have no vested interests in specific climate-neutral solutions.
They investigate challenges and solutions without commercial considerations and independently of partner strategies. As a result, they deliver independent analyses of how the transition is progressing and data-driven recommendations to accelerate maritime climate neutrality. In addition, they develop solutions to the most pressing problems in the maritime value chain, from fuels to onboard solutions, regulations, and financing.
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Danish Shipping
Danish Shipping is an interest organization that represents the interests of shipping companies in negotiations and advises government delegations and collaborates with various international shipping organizations in the EU and globally.
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Danish Maritime
Danish Maritime is the business association for Danish suppliers of ships, maritime equipment, services, and ship design. In Denmark, Danish Maritime contributes to well-informed political decisions at all levels and collaborates with other industry stakeholders to create optimal conditions. Politically, the work of the maritime industry concerns a wide range of areas, including transport, climate, environment, energy, employment, infrastructure, education, and research, and thus there is a significant task in ensuring a good political understanding of the industry's importance and needs.
Internationally, Danish Maritime similarly works to promote its members' interests and ensure that Danish technologies and solutions are implemented globally. Danish Maritime actively participates in international organizations such as the IMO and collaborates with embassies and other partners to promote export and financing opportunities. Danish Maritime and the maritime industry also support the Navy by contributing expertise to the construction and upgrading of naval vessels. The industry is globally recognized for its high quality and innovative solutions and works towards a more sustainable future for both civilian and military shipping.
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