Wärtsilä Group announced the commercial availability of its CCS system for ships, which stands for Carbon Capture and Storage. carbon capture and storage. This solution allows direct capture of exhaust gas emissions, making it a viable tool for meeting the environmental targets set by the IMO for 2050.
Wärtsilä CCS successfully operating on Clipper Eris
The new technology has been validated in real conditions on board the Clipper Eris, a vessel operated by Solvang ASA. This vessel, previously equipped with gas scrubbers, was retrofitted with the CCS system for full-scale testing.
The results show that it is possible to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by up to 70%, which represents an immediate relief for shipowners in the face of global regulatory pressure.
According to Wärtsilä, the solution is applicable to both new designs and operating vessels, and is compatible with engines using fossil fuels such as HFO, methanol or LNG. Its modular configuration allows integration with other existing emission control technologies, such as SOx scrubbers and NOx abatement systems. NOx reduction systems.
A technological bet with a long-term vision
Håkan Agnevall, president and CEO of Wärtsilä, highlighted the importance of this innovation as part of a broader energy transformation strategy.
This technology is the result of years of research and close collaboration with industry players. It represents a concrete way to mitigate emissions without waiting for the mass adoption of alternative fuels.
Agnevall noted.
For his part, Edvin Endresen, CEO of Solvang ASA, underlined the strategic value of having a proven system that strengthens the company’s environmental commitment.
We have invested in technologies that prepare us for the future. This development allows us to operate more sustainably without significantly altering our current operations.
Endresen commented
CCS system for ships proves its effectiveness
The Wärtsilä CCS system was initially tested at its research center in Moss, Norway, capturing 10 tons per day of CO₂. With implementation on the Clipper Eris, it has proven its scalability and operational efficiency in demanding maritime environments. The company estimates the cost of capture to be between €50 and €70 per ton of CO₂, which includes capital and operating costs.
This solution is positioned as a realistic and available alternative in the short term, contributing to the global objective of reducing the carbon footprint of maritime transport and avoiding the risk of technological stranding in the shipping industry.
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