In a step towards greater energy efficiency and reduced carbon emissions…
Berge Bulk has successfully completed the world’s first retrofit installation of the Renk Integrated Front-end Power System (IFPS) shaft generator on its vessel, Berge Dachstein, a 208,718 DWT Newcastlemax. This achievement supports Berge Bulk’s Maritime Marshall Plan for decarbonisation, which includes a focus on leveraging the latest maritime technology to improve carbon efficiency..
Innovative Technology for Greater Efficiency
The Renk IFPS is an advanced front-end shaft generator system that takes power from the ship’s main engine crankshaft via a gearbox to produce electricity. As the main engine operates with a greater fuel efficiency than the auxiliary engines, this reduces the vessel’s overall fuel consumption and, in turn, reduces the ship’s emissions.
By using this system, Berge Dachstein is expected to save at least one tonne of fuel per day while the shaft generator is running. This translates to a reduction of over three tonnes of CO₂ emissions per day, further supporting Berge Bulk’s commitment to reducing its environmental impact.
Improving Operations and Cutting Costs
Beyond fuel savings, the IFPS shaft generator reduces the need to run auxiliary engines while sailing. This means lesser maintenance needs and lower operational costs. With fewer operating hours, the auxiliary engines require fewer overhauls, leading to savings on spare parts and crew workload.
Berge Bulk’s Technical Director Paolo Tonon commented on the installation:
“This retrofit marks another milestone in our decarbonisation journey. By integrating the Renk IFPS shaft generator into an existing vessel, we are proving that innovative technology can drive efficiency and reduce emissions across our fleet in a safe and reliable manner.
Expanding the Use of Energy-Saving Technology
Following this success, Berge Bulk is moving ahead with its fleet-wide energy efficiency strategy. Berge Bulk plans to retrofit two more vessels with front-end shaft generators in 2025.
A Step Towards Maritime Decarbonisation
As the first company to retrofit the Renk IFPS shaft generator, Berge Bulk demonstrates its continued commitment to engage with new technologies in pursuit of increased efficiency in shipping. This initiative supports the company’s Maritime Marshall Plan for decarbonisation, which focuses on operational efficiency, cutting-edge technology, new fuels, and carbon capture.
About Berge Bulk
SAFE | EFFICIENT | SUSTAINABLE
Berge Bulk is one of the world’s leading independent dry bulk owners and has an outstanding record for its reliable, safe and efficient delivery of commodities around the world. Starting out with 12 vessels in 2007, the company now owns, operates, and manages a fleet of 90 safe and fuel-efficient vessels, equating to more than 15 million DWT.
Berge Bulk’s vision is to lead the world to a zero-carbon future through safe, efficient and sustainable shipping.
Three Key Milestones
Berge Bulk has set an ambitious decarbonisation timeline which consists of three key milestones…
- Offset 100% of Scope 1 carbon emissions from 2025 onward;
- Build and operate a zero-emissions vessel by 2030;
- Achieve zero Scope 1 carbon emissions fleetwide by 2050.
Four Pillar “Maritime Marshall Plan”
To meet this timeline, Berge Bulk has developed the four-pillar “Maritime Marshall Plan”. The plan focuses on:
- improving fleet efficiency;
- leveraging the latest maritime technology;
- converting to new fuels;
- capturing the remaining carbon directly or indirectly.
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PINKY LEONG
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Berge Bulk
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