{"id":84083,"date":"2023-11-17T08:35:42","date_gmt":"2023-11-17T12:35:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.carilec.org\/?p=84083"},"modified":"2023-11-17T08:35:42","modified_gmt":"2023-11-17T12:35:42","slug":"wartsila-continues-to-set-the-pace-for-marine-decarbonisation-with-launch-of-world-first-4-stroke-engine-based-ammonia-solution","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/carilec.org\/wartsila-continues-to-set-the-pace-for-marine-decarbonisation-with-launch-of-world-first-4-stroke-engine-based-ammonia-solution\/","title":{"rendered":"W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 continues to set the pace for marine decarbonisation with launch of world-first 4-stroke engine-based ammonia solution"},"content":{"rendered":"

W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 Corporation,\u00a0<\/span>Press release\u00a0<\/span>15 November 2023 at 11:00 UTC+2<\/p>\n

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Technology group W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 has introduced the marine sector\u2019s first commercially available 4-stroke engine-based solution for ammonia fuel. The new solution enables a significant advance in sustainable shipping operations \u2013 during a time in which ship owners are seeking viable options among green fuels. The ammonia solution is now commercially available as part of the\u00a0W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 25 engine platform<\/a>, which was launched in September 2022.<\/p>\n

Viridis Bulk Carriers, the world\u2019s first zero emission shipping company, is intended to be the first shipowner to benefit from the new ammonia solution. The company is a partnership between Amon Maritime, Mosvolds Rederi and Navigare Logistics. Earlier this month, W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 and Viridis Bulk Carriers signed a Letter of Intent for the W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 25 ammonia engine solution, targeting to sign a commercial contract in early 2024. Viridis Bulk Carriers is bringing a \u2018green game changer\u2019 to the European short sea bulk market, planning a carbon free transportation service based on a series of ammonia-powered newbuild vessels.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe maritime industry must significantly reduce its emissions if we are to succeed in reaching the goals set in the Paris agreement. The adoption of new technologies and ammonia as a carbon free fuel is central to this,\u201d said Andr\u00e9 Risholm, Board member at Viridis Bulk Carriers. \u201cWe are delighted to partner with W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 on another important milestone for our ammonia-powered short sea bulk vessels.\u201d<\/p>\n

H\u00e5kan Agnevall, President and CEO of W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 said: \u201cW\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 is a leader in shaping the decarbonisation of marine and energy industries. This industry-leading solution is yet another flagship moment in W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4\u2019s extensive programme to ensure future marine fuels are both viable and safe. Working in partnership with Viridis Bulk Carriers, we take the next step in our decarbonisation journey, enabling the transition to greener fuels and accelerating towards net-zero emissions shipping.\u201d<\/p>\n

In addition to the engine, the full solution includes an AmmoniaPac fuel gas supply system, the W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 Ammonia Release Mitigation System (WARMS), and the W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 NOx Reducer (NOR) for optimal exhaust after-treatment. Safety and efficiency are central to the solution design, maximised by a highly sophisticated automation system and maintenance agreement to ensure safe and efficient onboard operations. The safe and smooth adoption of ammonia as a new fuel for crew members is further supported by dedicated training and 24\/7 global support.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe ammonia solution is based on W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4\u2019s well-proven LNG system, from which we have gained invaluable experience. The W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 25 engine has been designed for easy adoption of sustainable fuels and, now, in addition to its previous capability of operating on diesel, LNG, or on gas or liquid carbon-neutral biofuels, we are proud to add ammonia to its specifications. This makes W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 25 a thoroughly future-proof engine platform, that combines operational efficiency with environmental sustainability.\u201d added Roger Holm, President of W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4\u2019s Marine Power business.<\/p>\n

Sustainable ammonia is one of the leading candidates in shipping\u2019s search for alternative clean fuels. This new W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 25 Ammonia solution can immediately reduce greenhouse gas emissions by more than 70 percent, compared to a similar sized diesel solution, meeting current EU targets until 2050 and even exceeding the IMO target for 2040.<\/p>\n

“This is only the beginning,\u201d continued Stefan Nysj\u00f6, Vice President of Power Supply, W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 Marine Power. \u201cThe W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 25 is the first W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 engine to run on ammonia as a fuel, and this is an important milestone, but we do not stop here. While we are planning for additional ammonia engines in our portfolio over time, we are also committed to continue development and testing of technologies and solutions that can continue to support the industry with reducing greenhouse gas emissions even further in the future.\u201d<\/p>\n

There will be more information about this new solution during a virtual event on Tuesday 5th<\/sup>\u00a0December. Sign up\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Media contact for more information on this release:<\/p>\n

Isabella Alder
\nPositioning and Strategic Communications Manager
\nW\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 Marine Power
\nTel: +44 (0) 7792 681 757
\nmarine.media@wartsila.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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