Revolutionizing Maritime Decarbonisation: Hydrogen-Diesel Engine Retrofits for Greener Shipping
Key Ideas
- Strategic collaboration between lomarlabs and Newlight aims to retrofit diesel engines for hydrogen use, reducing fuel consumption by 20% on average.
- Workshop trials have shown savings of up to 30%, prompting the replication of results onboard vessels to accelerate maritime decarbonisation.
- The low CapEx dual-fuel retrofit technology by Newlight enables existing ships to integrate hydrogen, aligning with IMO decarbonisation goals.
- Pilot installation in summer 2025 on a Lomar vessel will collect data for further efficiency improvements and emissions reductions.
The partnership between lomarlabs and Newlight signifies a significant advancement in the quest for greener shipping practices. By retrofitting conventional diesel engines with a hydrogen blend, fuel consumption can be reduced by an average of 20%, with workshop trials already showcasing savings of up to 30%. This collaboration addresses the urgency of decarbonisation within the shipping industry as it strives to meet IMO targets. Through the adoption of Newlight's dual-fuel retrofit technology, which offers a low CapEx solution, shipowners can enhance energy efficiency while promoting the use of cleaner fuel sources like hydrogen. The immediate action taken through this initiative aligns with the philosophy of bridging the gap between current operational realities and the long-term vision of a net-zero maritime sector. By aiming to conduct a pilot installation in 2025 on a Lomar vessel, lomarlabs and Newlight are poised to gather crucial data and insights from harbour and sea trials, further propelling the industry towards a more sustainable and cost-effective future.