ADNOC is expanding the Upper Zakum oil field using AI and clean energy to boost production while reducing emissions intensity, reflecting a broader industry shift toward greener fossil fuel extraction. The project aims to add over 500,000 barrels per day through AI-driven operations and grid power, balancing growth with sustainability goals.
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Shipping companies like Hegh Autoliners and Odfjell are achieving major emissions cuts through efficiency upgradessuch as retrofits and AI-driven routingproving that optimization often outperforms flashy green tech. Simple solutions like hull cleaning and LED lights deliver significant fuel savings, while renewable energy alternatives face steep efficiency losses before reaching ships.
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The MVAurora Botnia, a hybrid ferry operated by Wasaline, is undergoing a battery upgrade that will increase its energy storage capacity nearly sixfold, potentially cutting annual CO emissions by 23%. This retrofit serves as a blueprint for scalable decarbonization in the shipping industry.
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Japan’s new catalytic system aims to reduce methane slip in LNG shipping by converting methane into less harmful byproducts, with early tests showing a 70% oxidation rate. The technology is now being trialed at sea on the KEYS Azalea bunkering vessel to validate its real-world effectiveness.
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The maritime industry is undergoing a tectonic shift as the Digital Twin Project, led by ClassNK and NAPA, concludes Phase 3 trials, enabling shared digital models that break down barriers between shipowners, builders, and stakeholders. This innovation promises operational efficiency, cost reduction, and environmental benefits by optimizing designs using real-world data.
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