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NJORD EXPLORES CARBON CAPTURE & STORAGE
Njord’s mission? To assist shipowners and charterers in transitioning to greener technologies.
Join us for Njord's event, where we explore the transformative potential of Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) in the maritime industry.
Our event brings together leading experts in marine technology to discuss how shipowners and charterers can seamlessly integrate CCS into their fleets.
We were honoured to host a panel comprising Alisha Fredriksson, Co-Founder & CEO of Seabound; Sören Scheid, Regional Business Development Manager of Ecochlor, Inc.; Yvette van der Sommen, Global Commercial Director of Value Maritime; and Njord's own Technical Director, Steen Sander Jacobsen.
These experts in the field of carbon capture shared invaluable insights on the practical application of CCS. They demonstrated how this technology, with its growing installations and orders, can be effectively implemented in new builds or as retrofits, harmonising with existing maintenance schedules.
Panelists explored the synergy of CCS with other technologies, highlighting the essential steps shipowners and charterers must take for substantial savings and environmental impact.
Watch the recording to deepen your understanding of these cutting-edge solutions, supported by third-party verified data and tangible operational results.
Discover how a customised approach for each vessel leads to significant fuel savings, paving the way for a more sustainable and profitable future in maritime operations.
Alisha Fredriksson from Seabound: Alisha, Co-Founder & CEO of Seabound, is renowned for her contributions to maritime environmental technology. With a background in climate tech and her experience at Liquid Wind, Alisha leads Seabound in developing onboard carbon capture equipment. Her team's approach focuses on calcium looping technology, providing a compact and efficient solution for capturing carbon emissions from ships, demonstrating a pioneering step towards sustainable maritime operations.
Sören Scheid from Ecochlor: Sören, the Regional Business Development Manager at Ecochlor, has over a decade of experience in marine green technologies. With an engineering degree in environmental process technology, he has been pivotal in introducing the Cyanotech Carbon Capture and Storage technology. This system is unique in its use of an amine solution for carbon absorption, illustrating flexibility and effectiveness across various maritime operations.
Yvette van der Sommen from Value Maritime: Yvette, Global Commercial Director at Value Maritime, started her career in ship finance, fostering a deep connection with the maritime industry. With her engineering background and strategic role at Value Maritime, Yvette has been instrumental in developing a dual-step carbon capture technology. This system not only captures CO2 but also paves the way for innovative uses in industries like greenhouse agriculture, showcasing a holistic approach to maritime sustainability.
Steen Sander Jacobsen from Njord: Steen, Njord's Technical Director, brings over 30 years of experience from Maersk, where he held key roles in fuel efficiency and technology innovation. His expertise in fleet technology and fuel optimization is vital in steering Njord's approach to maritime technology. Steen's focus on customizing solutions to individual vessel requirements underlines the importance of tailored approaches for maximum efficiency and environmental impact reduction in CCS.
The panel discussion underscored the belief that the future of Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) and maritime technology transcends singular solutions, favouring a collaborative, data-informed approach that harnesses multiple technologies.
This integrated strategy is essential for shipowners and charterers who must contend with intricate regulatory demands and operational complexities.
Njord's dedication to assisting shipowners through this changing landscape, by designing and installing combined packages of energy-efficient technologies, is increasingly pertinent.
A recurring theme from speakers like Alisha from Seabound and Yvette from Value Maritime was the integration of CCS with other energy-saving technologies. In an industry striving to meet strict regulatory standards and achieve substantial emission reductions, it’s clear that relying on a single technology is insufficient. The consensus points towards a synergy of various technologies, augmented by data platforms, to ensure overall performance surpasses the capabilities of individual components.
This method resonates with Njord's strategic narrative of adopting an all-encompassing view in technology integration to maximise both environmental and commercial benefits.
Sören from Ecochlor foresees CCS becoming an integral part of both new and retrofitted vessels, driven by data analysis and optimisation for different vessel operations and designs. This vision aligns with Njord’s philosophy of customising technology solutions to meet specific vessel requirements, thereby ensuring optimal efficiency gains.Steen from Njord and Alisha from Seabound emphasised the importance of continuous innovation and adaptability in CCS technologies.
Future developments could include advancements in carbon capture efficiency and control, potentially integrating with alternative propulsion systems like wind-assisted technologies, presenting exciting possibilities for diverse vessel types. The role of data, as highlighted by Sören, will be critical in realising maximum savings and operational effectiveness.
