Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping has conducted a study on the feasibility of battery-electric propulsion across different vessel sizes and types.

Despite potential benefits, the adoption of battery-electric propulsion in deep-sea shipping faces several challenges. These include the limited energy storage capacity of current battery technology, the need for significant infrastructure investments, and the potential impact on cargo capacity.

The study focused on identifying the technical and economic barriers to battery-electric propulsion, assessing its viability in different vessel segments, and comparing its environmental impact to traditional fuel sources.