The Propulsion & Future Fuels 2024 Conference Programme 

Powering shipping’s emission-cutting ambitions 

Propulsion stream | Alternative Fuel Stream | Technical visit 

The two day conference commenced with a keynote panel focused on EU Regulatory Requirements and the Emerging Market for Carbon Capture, followed by sessions that explore LNG Slip Reductions and advances in engine performance, safety challenges with new technology and the shortlisted nominations for the Motorship Awards. The streamed sessions on day 2 explore the specific challenges with bio-fuels operational experience for 2-stroke and 4-stroke engines, ammonia, methanol, liquefied hydrogen, retrofit solutions, wind propulsion and carbon capture. Providing industry leaders with a space to network and knowledge share.

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Day 1 - Tuesday 19th November 2024 

08:00Coffee & Registation

09:00

Chairmen’s Welcome
Lars Robert Pedersen, Deputy Secretary General, BIMCO

09:10

Gold Sponsor Welcome
Rasmus Stute,
Area Manager Germany, Vice President, Maritime, DNV

09:20

Keynote Panel: EU Regulatory Requirements and the Emerging Market for Carbon Capture: Challenges and Opportunities

Moderator:

Lars Robert Pedersen, Deputy Secretary General, BIMCO
Sergey Gribanov, Area Business Development Manager Germany, Maritime, DNV
Dr. Harry Conway, Chair, The Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC), IMO
Joe Bettles, Climate Policy & Analysis Manager, Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping
Manfred Lebmeier, Senior Environmental Advisor, Hamburg Port Authority

10:30 – 10:50

Coffee & Networking

Session 1

Methanol: Lessons Learned from Expansion of Vessels Operating on Methanol

Moderator:

Dr. Markus Münz, Managing Director, VDMA Large Engines

10:50-11:05

Realizing the Methanol-Vision within MPC Container Ships
Sebastian Ebbing, Group Sustainability Officer, MPC Container Ships GmbH & Co KG
A look at the project realisation of methanol-fueled vessels achieving up to 90% emissions reductions with ‘green’ methanol and how the environmentally friendly designs is able to reduce fuel consumption by 40% utilised by MPC Container Ship ASA.

11:05-11:20 

Methanol as a Marine Fuel
Kjeld Aabo, Maritime Transport Senior Advisor, Methanol Institute
This presentation gives an overview of Methanol potential and application as the CO2 neutral fuel and some thoughts in the gradual marked introduction of the Low carbon Methanol, E-methanol, and Bio Methanol for decarbonization. Kjeld Aabo, Maritime Transport Senior Advisor, Methanol Institute

11:20-11:35 

Methanol Superstorage as a shipboard solution
Hannes Lilp, CEO and founder, SRC Group
Owners chose methanol as the top marine fuel for new ships in 2023, but challenges around storage capacity remain. SRC’s Methanol Superstorage offers an 85% increase in fuel tank volume with minimal impact to general arrangement, gaining Lloyd’s Register Approval in Principle (AiP).

11:35-11:50 

Cylinder Oil Reuse: A Breakthrough in Marine Engineering
Thorbjoern Petersen, Chief Technical Officer and Co-Owner, Smart-Marine
Revolutionizing the marine industry by reusing cylinder oil, enabled by effective automatic drain cleaning system — cutting costs and emissions.

11:50-12:10

Q&A

12:10-13:40

Lunch & Networking

Session 2

LNG: Methane Slip Reductions, Advances in Engine Performance

Moderator:

Lars Robert Pedersen, Deputy Secretary General, BIMCO

13:40-13:55

Groundbreaking Innovations for Decarbonizing Shipping Today
Can Murtezaoglu, Business Development Manager, GTT
GTT has been developing its cutting-edge technologies for expediting the shipping sectors’ de carbonization efforts. New topics that will be scrutinized during this conference will circle around future fuel flexibility (NH3 and MeOH readiness), better BOG management via innovation and digitalization, increasing efficiency and more.

13:55-14:10 

Methane mitigation technologies for X-DF engines: Updates and Experiences
Thomas Werner,
Customer Support Manager for iCER, WinGD
Combustion control plays a ciritcal role in guaranteeing high efficiency and lower methane emissions. the presentation provides laest service experience with the iCER system and updates on the VCR technology. 

14:10-14:25 

LNG Fuelled Vessels
Emmanuel Delran
, Vice-président Group Opérations, CMA CGM
A look into the series of ten new 2,000 TEU containerships powered by liquefied natural gas and CMA-CGM’s fleet renewal program, as they look to achieve net-zero emissions by 2025.

14:25-14:40 

Methane Abatement in Maritime Innovation initiative (MAMII)
Steve Price, MAMII, MAMII Programme Director, Safetytech Accelerator, Lloyds Register
Hear how MAMII’s 23 partners and the Safetytech Accelerator source technology to measure and remove methane emission. What technology exists? Can we mitigate methane emissions? What regulation do we need?

14:40-15:00

Q&A

15:00-15:30

Coffee and Networking

Session 3

The Motorship Awards

15:30-15:45

 

 

15:45-16:00

 

16:00-16:15

 

16:15-16:50

Anemoi and Lloyd’s Register
Innovative Collaboration: Lloyd’s Register and Anemoi’s Success in Operational Excellence and Emissions Reduction through Wind-Assisted Propulsion.
Santiago Suarez de la Fuente, Mechanical/Marine Engineer, Lloyd’s Register

ABB
Reducing voyage costs & emissions with the new, intelligent Optimal Speed Routing
Jarco van den Brink, Product Manager - Routing Services, ABB Marine & Ports

Bound4Blue
Driving decarbonization on the maritime sector - Suction sails for merchant ships
Alberto Llopis Pascua, Head of Aerodynamics, bound4blue

CM Technologies
Groundbreaking Scuffing Sensor
Matthias Winkler
, Managing Director, CMTechnologies 

16:50

Conference Wrap Up & Close

18:30

Conference Dinner
Zum Alten Lotsenhaus
Övelgönne 13, 22605 Hamburg

Day 2 Wednesday 20th November 2024

08:30Coffee Registration

09:00-09:15

Recap of Day 1 by Chairmen
Lars Robert Pedersen, Deputy Secretary General, BIMCO

Session 4

Panel Discussion: Bio-Fuels: Operational Experience for 2-Stroke and 4-Stroke Engines

Moderator

Lars Robert Pedersen, Deputy Secretary General, BIMCO

09:15-09:30

Bio-Fuels - the operational challenges
Dr Muhammad Usman CEng FIMarEST, Product Manager Fuel Advisory, Lloyd’s Register

09:30-09:45

Decarbonisation of the Existing Fleet, a new biofuel application BioHFO
Jorge Manuel Gomes Antunes, TecnoVeritas
Introducing BioHFO; a cost-effective, biofuel-based solution for decarbonizing existing fleets, meeting IMO and EU standards while reducing CO2 and compliance costs.

09:45-10:00

Drop-in(g) biofuels on cruise ships
Stefan Fahrnholz, Manager R&D - Decarbonisation, Carnival Maritime
Drivers, challenges and learnings from biofuel testing

10:00-10:15

Biofuels onboard - user experiences
Remco de Witte, Alfa Laval Global Application Manager, Fuel and Lubrication Oil treatment, Alfa Laval 
The latest developments in the ISO8217 fuel standard and feedback of shipowners on biofuel usage both in the engine and in the fuel treatment system.

10:15-10:35

Q&A

10:35-10:55

Coffee & Networking

Session 5.1 Retrofit

 10:55-12:15Session 5.1 Retrofit

Moderator

Philipp Simmank, Technical Advisor, VDR – German Shipowners‘ Association

10:55-11:10

Fleet Upgrade and Green Recycling
Captain Wolfram Guntermann
, Director Regulatory Affairs, Hapag-Lloyd AG
The fleet upgrade program is improving efficiency of existing assets and in a way resource conservation. Ships which cannot be upgraded anymore will be evaluated for green ship recycling according to the Hapag-Lloyd Recycling Policy.”

11:10-11:25 

Accelleron’s Engine Part Load Optimization
Matthias Reichmann
, Product Manager, EPLO, Senior Engine Expert, Accelleron
Hands-on experience in synchronizing turbocharger and engine tuning to cut fuel costs and emissions, and prepare ships for efficient use of carbon-neutral fuels.

11:25-11:40 

Avoiding Overconsumption
Anders Bergh, Head of Fleet Performance, Manta Marine Technologies AB By putting the right tools in the hands of the crew, increased operational efficiency can be achieved with relatively little effort. Turn to this presentation for an explanation on how

11:40-11:55 

The role of Retrofitabillity to the Decarb transition of the shipping industry – Challenges and opportunities at hand
Georgios Atzampos, Ship Design & Transformation Manager, Maersk Mc-Kinney Møller Center
With limited availability of new green vessels, retrofitting existing ones becomes crucial. Historically overlooked, retrofitting has been costly and slow. The key challenge now is to optimize and streamline the process, making it an efficient option to accelerate the green transition and improve vessel retrofitability.

11:55-12:15

Q&A

12:15-13:45

Lunch & Networking

 

 

Session 5.2 Hydrogen

10:55-12:15Session 5.2 Hydrogen: Internal CombustionEngine (ICE) and Fuel Cell Advances

Moderator

Dr. Markus Münz, Managing Director, VDMA Large Engines

10:55-11:10

Hydrogen installations on board passenger ships
Patrizio Di Francesco, North Europe Special Projects Business Development Manager, RINA
Status of art about hydrogen rules (IMO Guideline, class rules), hydrogen technology availability and technical challenges for the hydrogen and fuel cell installation on passenger ships in international trade.

11:10-11:25 

Challenges of hydrogen fuel cell system integration in maritime
Jeremy Bowman,
Chief Technical Officer, Hyper-Motive
Exploring via case study of a demonstrator and development of a product for marine hydrogen propulsion, the challenges of integrating new technologies for sustainable propulsion into the maritime environment.

11:25-11:40 

Making green logistics easy
Erik Hofmeester, Head of Fleet Management - Vessel, Samskip
After a brief introduction and Samskip, the presentation describes the Samskip sustainability Strategy and the past, current & future projects to reach 50% CO2 reduction in 2030 and net-zero in 2040.

11:40-11:55 

Delivering the UK’s First Hydrogen APU Sea Trials: A Breakthrough in Maritime Decarbonization
Archie Watts-Farmer
, Chief Executive Officer, Carnot Engines
What does it take to deliver “first-of-its-kind” technologies in the maritime industry? Exploring the partnership between Carisbrooke Shipping and Carnot Engines.

11:55-12:15

Q&A

12:15-13:45 

Lunch & Networking

 

Session 6.1 Ammonia

13:45-15:05Session 6.1 Ammonia: Challenges and Solutions(fuel supply, after treatment, new engines,pollution control, fuel tanks)

Moderator

Lars Robert Pedersen, Deputy Secretary General, BIMCO

13:45-14:05

Moving big things to zero: Ammonia two-stroke engine development.
Kristian Mogensen, Promotion Manager MAN Energy Solutions
MAN
Energy Solutions pioneers the development of two stroke ammonia engine technology, offering shipowners and operators an alternative pathway towards achieving zero emissions

14:05-14:25 

Innovative solutions enabling safe and efficient use of ammonia
Dr. Luca Lori, Global Applications Manager Fuel Supply Systems Global, Alfa Laval
Renewable ammonia is emerging as a key fuel for shipping’s decarbonisation. Through research, innovation, and partnerships, we are developing solutions for its safe and efficient use to achieve net zero emissions.

14:25-:14:45 

Lubricants Enabling Alternative Fuels for Maritime Decarbonization
Edward Ng, General Manager – Technology Gulf Oil Marine Ltd
This study examines ammonia’s impact on engine oil degradation by artificial ageing. The aged oils’ performance was evaluated for oxidation, corrosion, deposit formation, and wear properties.

14:45-15:05

Q&A

15:05-15:35

Coffee & Networking

Session 6.2 Wind Propulsion

13:45-15:05Session 6.2 Wind Propulsion

Moderator

Gavin Allwright, Secretary General, IWSA

13:45-14:00

Taking fuel savings to the next level with integrated wind solutions 
Oskar Levander, VP Strategy & Business Development Integration & Energy, Kongsberg
Holistic approach to wind assisted vessel design. Integration of wind propulsion with machinery and other energy saving measures. Introducing a novel bulker concept that will deliver fuel savings of 40-50%.

14:00-14:15 

Wind assisted propulsion systems; class perspective and class services
Hasso Hoffmeister, Senior Principle Engineer, DNV
An introduction into the world of WAPS. What are the classification standards and rules that are setting the stage for a new age of wind?

14:15-14:30 

Oceanbird Wing 560 – bringing sailing back to shipping
Alfred Rapaport, Performance Engineer (Naval Architect), Oceanbird
Status update of the Oceanbird Wing 560 – a rigid wing sail developed to enable sustainable shipping

14:30-14:45 

Decarbonizing long distance shipping with alternative fuels, technology synergy and digital design
Mia Elg, R&D Manager, Deltamarin
Reviewing a case of wind assisted bulk carrier design, where the machinery and energy saving technologies’ synergies are the key to future ship designs.

14:45-15:05

Q&A

15:05-15:35

Coffee & Networking

Session 7.1 Carbon Capture

15:35-16:55Session 7.1 Carbon Capture: Emission Reduction, Findings and New Projects

Moderator

Dr. Markus Münz, Managing Director, VDMA Large Engines

15:35-15:50

How maritime carbon capture and storage will play a crucial role in reducing shipping’s CO2 emissions.
Stian Aakre, General Manager, Technical and R&D, Wärtsilä Exhaust Treatment

15:50-16:05 

Onboard Carbon Capture and Storage (OCCS) – The Emerging Regulatory Landscape
Chris Waddington, Technical Director, International Chamber of Shipping (ICS)
IMO are developing a regulatory framework for the use of onboard carbon capture systems. Work is also ongoing on the updating of the London Protocol to allow application of geo-sequestration technology while ensuring protection of the marine environment.

16:05-16:20 

Onboard carbon capture utilization and storage, for vessels and offshore applications.
Edoardo Panziera, Chief Executive Officer, Ionada
Key findings from feasibility studies completed for onboard carbon capture and utilization on marine vessels and offshore applications, LNG Carriers and FPSOs.

16:20-16:35 

Navigating Onboard Carbon Capture: Technologies, Feasibility and Regulations. 
Hamid Daiyan, ABS Manager - Global Sustainability, ABS Europe Ltd.
Explore the technologies driving onboard carbon capture. We will delve into some of the findings from our feasibility studies, highlighting key learnings and practical insights. Finally, we will provide an overview of the current regulatory landscape and discuss the implementation.

16:35 -16:55 

 Q&A

Session 7.2 Crew Training for new fuels

15:35-16:55Session 7.2 Crew Training for new fuels

Moderator

Gavin Allwright, Secretary General, IWSA

15:35-15:55

Methanol as a Marine Fuel - Training
Fredrik Stubner, Chief Executive Officer, Green Marine
A Methanol training curriculum created to address the gap in the current IGF training, which is primarily focused on LNG. Specifically covering methanol as a fuel, including training on bunkering operations.

15:55-16:15 

Odd Rune Malterud, Assistant Director & Technical Manager, Norwegian Union of Marine Engineers

16:15-16:35 

Ready for Safe operations with new fuels – the impact on seafarers, personnel ashore and shipowner’s organizations
Olaf Doerk, Head of Advisery Center Hamburg, DNV
Along with the implementation of new low-carbon fuels, the required competence for seafarers, personnel ashore and the shipowner’s organization will change. Addressing this holistically, is key to ensure a safe, reliable and efficient operation.

16:35-16:55 

Q&A

Conference Wrap up 

16:55-17:10Conference Wrap up with Moderators and Chairmen
 

Lars Robert Pedersen, Deputy Secretary General, BIMCO

Dr. Markus Munz, Managing Director, VDMA Large Engines

Gavin Allwright, Secretary General, IWSA

Philipp Simmank, Technical Advisor, VDR – German Shipowners‘ Association

17:10

Conference Close

  

DAY THREE - THURSDAY 21 NOVEMBER 2024 TECHNICAL VISIT                                                 

Digital Twins
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