WaterborneTP

Reducing emissions in waterborne transport is key to achieve the 2030 climate targets. Today, the NAUTILUS project is in the spotlight as part of our social media campaign "Meet the Projects". Horizon Europe and the Partnership on Zero-Emission Waterborne Transport are key funding tools to enhance Technology Leadership in the WaterborneTP sector. The NAUTILUS genset efficiently managed fluctuating ship energy demands, from 30% part-load to 120% peak load, with sharp transitions. Its advanced energy management unit optimized power distribution between SOFC and battery, minimizing installed power requirements. The demonstrator achieved 64% (LHV_DC) and 57% (LHV_AC) efficiency, reducing CO₂ emissions by 30%, non-CO₂ pollutants by 95%, and exhibiting negligible methane slip compared to conventional engines. With an estimated Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE) of 0.29 EUR/kWh, NAUTILUS technology proves both environmentally impactful and economically viable, paving the way for sustainable maritime energy solutions. More information on the NAUTILUS project is available here: https://lnkd.in/e5w33yxd German Aerospace Center (DLR), Chantiers de l'Atlantique, Carnival Maritime GmbH, EPFL, GRANT Garant s.r.o., Lloyd's Register, MAN Energy Solutions, MEYER WERFT, RWTH Aachen University, CARL RWTH Aachen University, Facilitair & Vastgoed Rijksuniversiteit Groningen, Delft University of Technology, Lund University, VTT, SolydEra Group CINEA - European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency #HorizonEurope #EUPartnerships https://lnkd.in/e_FXSCHq

Hydrogen is one of the sustainable alternative fuels for the waterborne transport sector. Today, the sHYpS project is in the spotlight as part of our social media campaign "Meet the Projects". Horizon Europe and the Partnership on Zero-Emission Waterborne Transport are key funding tools to enhance Technology Leadership in the WaterborneTP sector. the sHYpS Project aims to develop a novel hydrogen storage intermodal 45’ ISO c-type container, the complete detailed design of modular containerised powertrain based on optimised PEM Fuel Cells and their dedicated logistics. The project will use the window of opportunity of a Viking Cruises’ newbuilds vessel to install the storage system onboard with the complete gas handling and energy management system. The power train will be initially tested on land and then on board. The project, thanks to its modular size, will enable the development of a system capable of sustaining a total power generation of 6 MW based on 16 fuel cell modules split in 2 containers. The integration on-board of the fuel system and its auxiliaries will be developed and the compliance with the safety requirements will be guaranteed. More information on the sHYpS project is available here: https://www.shyps.eu/ More information on the Partnership on Zero-Emission Waterborne Transport is available here: https://lnkd.in/e-_D7U8H Navalprogetti Srl, Viking, VRV - A Chart Industries Company, CENERGY srl, Università degli Studi di Trieste, Plug Power, JEUMONT Electric, Bergen Havn AS, Kontor 17 MPM Gmbh, CiaoTech - Gruppo PNO, INNOVATION PLACE, Ricardo plc, Lloyd's Register CINEA - European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency #HorizonEurope #EUPartnerships

How does Horizon Europe support the establishment of a network of National Centres of Competence in the area of High-Performance Computing? Today, the EuroCC 2 project is in the spotlight as part of our social media campaign "Meet the Projects". Horizon Europe is a key funding tool to enhance Technology Leadership in the WaterborneTP sector. The mission of EuroCC 2 is to continue the establishment of a network of National Centres of Competence (NCC) in the most efficient way, while continuing to address the differences in the maturity of High-Performance Computing (HPC) deployment in Europe, for which improvement has already been noted. EuroCC2 supports the waterborne sector by providing HPC training, expertise, and access to resources. This facilitates simulations for hull design, optimizing energy-efficient ship systems, and implementing digital twins for predictive maintenance and emissions control. More information on the EuroCC2 project is available here: https://lnkd.in/e9xJESYV University of Ljubljana #HorizonEurope #EUPartnerships

Wishing all of you a Happy 2025. This year, WaterborneTP exists 20 years, and we will proudly reflect upon 20 Years of Advancing the Waterborne Sector throughout 2025. Our first in person activity will be the New Year's Reception on 20 January 2025. In case you would like to participate, but have not been able to register yet, please do so by latest 10 January 2025. In case you would encounter problems with the QR code, please register here: https://lnkd.in/gEvm6eK6. #EUPartnerships #HorizonEurope

How does Horizon Europe support the Baltic Sea region in meeting the "Fit for 55" objectives? Today, the BALTIC-FIT project is in the spotlight as part of our social media campaign "Meet the Projects". Horizon Europe is a key funding tool to enhance Technology Leadership in the WaterborneTP sector. The BALTIC-FIT - Horizon Europe project implements a three-year Innovation strategy comprising of five objectives, which are focused on strengthening the TalTech’s position in the field of maritime decarbonization. This strategy includes joint innovation projects and workshops for maritime stakeholders, staff exchanges and summer schools, as well as research and professional articles. Specific work package is dedicated to strengthening the research management skills of TalTech personnel. In the frame of the joint innovation project the partners will concentrate efforts on the decarbonization of the shipping in Baltic Sea region and will deliver recommendations for authorities and companies on how to tackle the pressing issue of decarbonisation. By enhancing collaboration between maritime stakeholders, BALTIC-FIT will cultivate a comprehensive understanding of the sustainable maritime practices, guiding the region towards environmental sustainability aligned with “Fit for 55' package and contributing to the success of the European Green Deal. More information on the BALTIC-FIT project is available here: https://lnkd.in/eSfeGWYf TalTech Estonian Maritime Academy, Maritime at RISE, VTT, Anromind European Research Executive Agency (REA) #HorizonEurope #EUPartnerships

Wind-assisted propulsion has a significant potential to reduce emissions from waterborne transport. Today, the Optiwise project is in the spotlight as part of our social media campaign "Meet the Projects". Horizon Europe and the Partnership on Zero-Emission Waterborne Transport are key funding tools to enhance Technology Leadership in the WaterborneTP sector. Optiwise EU will deliver three concept designs of vessels that are optimised for operating with wind assisted propulsion. As use cases a cruise vessel, tanker and bulk carrier are design with solid sails, Oceanwings, and Rotor sails respectively. Model tests, wind tunnel tests, and site tests, complemented with simulations have been done for these use cases to demonstrate the operational benefits. Additionally, bridge simulator tests will be done to collect feedback from experienced mariners on the operation of vessels with wind assisted propulsion. The consortium will publish the results of the design methods and approaches developed in the OPTIWISE project. More information on the Optiwise project is available here: https://lnkd.in/eJEmeCbk More information on the Partnership on Zero-Emission Waterborne Transport is available here: https://lnkd.in/e-_D7U8H MARIN (Maritime Research Institute Netherlands), ANEMOI, FIMC, CORE Innovation Centre, OceanWings, Wärtsilä, RISE Research Institutes of Sweden. Chantiers de l'Atlantique, Università degli Studi di Genova, Euronav CINEA - European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency #HorizonEurope #EUPartnerships

Electrification is often linked to other modes of transport. Today, the HYPOBATT project is in the spotlight as part of our social media campaign "Meet the Projects". Horizon Europe and the Partnership on Zero-Emission Waterborne Transport are key funding tools to enhance Technology Leadership in the WaterborneTP sector. The HYPOBATT project will deliver a scalable 1-5 MW marine charging system prototype, designed to meet the diverse needs of ports and vessels. A key outcome will be the establishment of a standardized marine charging protocol, ensuring compatibility with existing automotive systems and fostering interoperability. The project includes the successful validation of the charging system at Frisia Ports, demonstrating its operational efficiency and adaptability to various vessel types. Additionally, HYPOBATT will provide technical guidelines and best practices to support the maritime industry in adopting electrification. These advancements will significantly contribute to the EU’s decarbonization goals by offering a cost-effective, replicable solution for sustainable waterborne transport. More information on the HYPOBATT project is available here: https://www.hypobatt.eu/ More information on the Partnership on Zero-Emission Waterborne Transport is available here: https://lnkd.in/e-_D7U8H Heliox, Damen, Stemmann-Technik GmbH - a Wabtec Company, Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt, Motus Foundation, IMECAR, Rhoé, RINA, SOERMAR, Fundación Valenciaport, IKERLAN, Commissariat a l'Energie Atomique et aux Energies Alternatives, University of Strathclyde, Otaski Energy Solutions (OtaskiES), Brussels Research & Innovation Center for Green Technologies (BRING), Flanders Make, Reliability and Safety Technical Center (RSTER) CINEA - European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency #HorizonEurope #EUPartnerships

We are looking forward to the key note speech of Livia Spera, General Secretary at European Transport Workers' Federation during the Waterborne Days 2025. More information about the WaterborneTP Days, and the link to register to participate to the event, are available here: https://lnkd.in/eEQpfxP4 #HorizonEurope #EUPartnerships

What about offshore power supply to moored and anchored vessels? Today, the BlueBARGE project is in the spotlight as part of our social media campaign "Meet the Projects". Horizon Europe, including the Partnership on Zero-Emission Waterborne Transport, is a key funding tool to enhance Technology Leadership in the WaterborneTP sector. The BlueBARGE Project is set to develop a modular and scalable power-barge system to supply green energy to moored and anchored vessels. Using containerized modules based on high-efficiency batteries, along with hydrogen fuel cells and generators, it aims to significantly reduce maritime greenhouse gas emissions. A prototype will be created and tested to ensure safety, operational efficiency, and compliance with regulatory standards. By 2030, the solution is expected to be commercialized, supporting diverse applications, including offshore platforms and isolated areas, while aligning with EU and IMO decarbonization targets More information on the BlueBARGE project is available here: https://bluebarge.eu/ More information on the Partnership on Zero-Emission Waterborne Transport is available here: https://lnkd.in/e-_D7U8H American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), Fundación Valenciaport, National Technical University of Athens, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), HYDRUS, Aalborg University, Elkon Elektrik San. ve Tic. A.Ş., REGBES, Multimarine Services Ltd, Corvus Energy, Magellan Circle, Danaos Shipping Co. Ltd, CellCube, Columbia Shipmanagement CINEA - European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency #HorizonEurope #EUPartnerships

WaterborneTP welcomes Lloyd's Register as silver sponsor to the second edition of the Waterborne Days. LR is proud to bring its global expertise to drive the important conversations on decarbonising and digitalising the maritime industry.