Maritime Hybrid and Electric Conference Bergen 2019
Achieving significant reductions in fuel consumption, maintenance costs and emissions
The electric revolution is here, the maritime industry has embraced innovations in hybrid and electric power and propulsion technologies. Scandinavia is leading the world in the development and operation of electric powered vessels. This two day conference discussed the latest innovations in hybrid and electric technologies and how they can provide significant reductions in fuel consumption, maintenance costs and emissions.
Please see below the highlights video from our September 2019 conference in Bergen, Norway.
Programme highlights
- The potential of hybrid and electric power as clean energy and in creating a green footprint
- How big is the hybrid and electric market?
- China is a big player in providing competitively priced solutions – how are they forging ahead?
- How is Europe leading the world with its green initiatives?
- How are hybrid and electric technologies being regulated?
- Hydrogen fuel cells versus lithium-ion batteries
- How can hybrid and electric solutions be used for various types of vessels and maritime applications
- Energy density considerations and analysis
- How do you go about replacing auxiliary engines with a battery solution?
- Assessing the number of battery packs required over the life-cycle of a vessel
- The price of batteries and how manufacturers are looking to reduce costs
- Vessel layout and engine room – design and engineering considerations for hybrid and electric vessels
- Managing risks and ensuring safety
- Can hybrid systems and batteries achieve zero emissions shipping?
For details on sponsoring or exhibiting at the Maritime Hybrid and Electric Conference next year please contact Indrit Kruja on +44 208 370 7792 or email indrit.kruja@rivieramm.com
For other information on the event please contact: Caitriona Socratous on +44 208 370 1731 or email
All Speakers
Pål Tveitevåg
Geir Bjørkeli
Michael Deutmeyer
Jan Lodden
Morten Sundt
Per Edvin Tande
Andrea D'Ambra
Syb ten Cate Hoedemaker
Siv Remøy-Vangen
Hege Økland
Stein Ruben Larsen
Kolbjorn Berge
Sveinung Oftedal
Joe Burgard
Rolf Petter Almli
Alessandro Mercante
Jorulf Nergard
Programme
Programme
TUESDAY 3 SEPTEMBER
17:30-19:30 Pre-registration available - Dragefjellet room
DAY ONE: 4 SEPTEMBER 2019
08:00 Registration, coffee and networking
09:00 Welcome address from Riviera Maritime Media
Edwin Lampert, Head of Content, Riviera Maritime Media
SESSION ONE: INDUSTRY TRENDS AND DEVELOPMENTS
Hybrid and electric systems are set to play a key role in the future of maritime power and propulsion. Speakers will discuss how a green footprint can be achieved, the latest market data and industry regulations.
09:10 Keynote: Regulations and possible consequences for shipping
Sveinung Oftedal, Specialist Director, Department for Marine Management and Pollution Control,
Norwegian Ministry of Climate and Environment
09:30 Q&A
09:40 Green Shipping Programme – reacting fast and influencing a new business environment
Narve Mjøs, Director, Green Coastal Shipping Programme, DNV GL
10:00 Q&A
10:10 Industry data, trends and developments
Andrea Aarseth Langli, Managing Director, Maritime Battery Forum
10:30 Q&A
10:40 Networking coffee break in the exhibition area
11:20 How can ship owners react to a new regulatory framework?
Siv Remøy-Vangen, General Manager, Maritime Bergen
11:40 Q&A
SESSION TWO: INNOVATIONS IN BATTERY AND FUEL CELL TECHNOLOGIES
The leading battery and fuel cell manufacturers will update the conference on their latest projects, technologies and lessons learnt. Delegates will have the opportunity to get answers to the most pressing questions they have and gain insight into the latest field data.
11:50 Interview: Corvus - lessons learnt from over 200 installations
• Lessons learnt from and industry leader.
• Batteries for hydrogen-battery setup and how they work together.
• Recent innovations in energy storage systems.
• First all electric tug project – results and lessons learnt.
• New factory update - what new innovations can we expect to see in the future?
Geir Bjørkeli, Chief Executive Officer, Corvus Energy
12:10 Q&A
12:20 Novel Innovative modular marine battery system for high and medium power applications
• Highest voltage in class of up to 1.500 V DC
• Highest currents in class of 5C continuous and 15C peak – water cooled
• Fully modular system allowing any shape of complete battery string
• Easy to integrate and retrofit for hybrid electric drive trains
Michael Deutmeyer, Managing Director, EAS Batteries
12:40 Q&A
12:50 Networking lunch break in the exhibition area
SESSION THREE: ENGINE POWER AND PROPULSION
The leading engine manufacturers and systems integrators will discuss their latest solutions for hybrid and electric power and propulsion. A key takeaway for delegates will be how various maritime vessels can benefit from hybrid and electric solutions.
14:00 Case study: Seashuttle project - short-sea containership powered by hydrogen fuel cells and batteries
The power to propulsion will be produced by fuel cells fuelled by hydrogen and batteries. The vessel will have approximately 45% less energy consumption than current vessels per passenger-km, and can be made with varying size and capacity, from 100 to 300 passengers.
Tomas Tronstad, Managing Director, Hyon
14:20 Q&A
14:30 System integration: Seeing opportunity in smaller hybrid vessels
• ECO Bulk for Misje.
• Hybrid systems for short sea vessels.
• Fish farm vessels benefitting off hybrid systems.
• Wind mill service vessels using batteries for safety.
• Thoughts about the deep sea.
Stein Ruben Larsen, SVP Sales, Norwegian Electric Systems (NES)
14:50 Q&A
15:00 Networking coffee break in the exhibition area
SESSION FOUR: THE BUSINESS CASE FOR HYBRID AND ELECTRIC SYSTEMS
Industry leaders will address the business case for hybrid and electric solutions. Early investors will share why they chose hybrid electric systems and the benefits they intend to derive from these innovative technologies.
15:40 Stepping towards emission free shipping
Jorulf Nergård, Vice President Market development, Marine and Ports, ABB
16:00 Q&A
16:10 Case study: Equinor’s ambitions and strategies for “green logistics”
Morten Sundt, Manager, Marine, Logistics & Emergency Response, Equinor
16:30 Q&A
16:40 Case study: Eidesvik offshore’s experience with battery installation and operation
Jan Lodden, Executive Vice President & COO, Eidesvik
17:00 Q&A
17:10 Panel discussion: The business case for hybrid and electric systems
• Understanding the key benefits of hybrid and electric systems.
• Breaking down the costs involved for owners and operators.
• Newbuild versus retrofits – factors to consider when making investment decisions.
• Lifecycle management of hybrid and electric vessels.
• Owners and operators insights: key business drivers behind investments into hybrid and electric systems.
Narve Mjøs, Director, Green Coastal Shipping Programme, DNV GL
Morten Sundt, Manager, Marine Logistics & Emergency Response, Equinor
Jan Lodden, Executive Vice President & COO, Eidesvik
Hege Økland, CEO, NCE Maritime CleanTech
Joe Burgard, President, Red and White Fleet
17:40 Q&A
17:50 Closing remarks from the chairman
18:00 End of day one
DAY TWO: 5 SEPTEMBER 2019
08:00 Registration, coffee and networking
09:00 Welcome address from Riviera Maritime Media
Edwin Lampert, Head of Content, Riviera Maritime Media
SESSION FIVE: CASE STUDIES AND USER EXPERIENCES
Vessel designers, builders and engineers will discuss recent newbuilds and retrofits. Speakers will address in detail layout strategies for vessels and engine rooms.
09:10 Keynote: An operator’s experience with hybrid electric
• Making the decision.
• Building the vessel.
• Training the crew.
• Dollars spent and saved.
• Discoveries and impacts.
Joe Burgard, President, Red and White Fleet
09:30 Q&A
09:40 Case study: Port infrastructure, setup and charging facilities
• Infrastructure and facilities provided for recharging vessels.
• Plug-in hybrid batteries that are recharged via a power cable with green electricity from shore facilities.
• How are ports looking to expand to accommodate a growing hybrid and electric market?
Pål Tveitevåg, Manager, BKK
10:00 Q&A
10.10 Grimaldi Case study: Using an onboard generator to recharge batteries
• Engineering, design and operation of vessels with onboard generators that recharge batteries.
• How can this hybrid and electric setup achieve emissions reduction and fuel efficiency?
• What types of maritime vessels can benefit from these systems?
Andrea D’Ambra, Batteries Project Manager, Grimaldi
10:30 Q&A
10:50 Networking coffee in the exhibiton room
SESSION SIX: ENGINEERING CONSIDERATIONS
Vessel designers, builders and engineers will discuss recent newbuilds and retrofits. Speakers will address engineering considerations that need to be made including vessel layout and setup in the engine room.
11:20 Technical dive into the Wärtsilä hybrid systems
• Wärtsilä hybrid vessels – references.
• Introduction to the Wärtsilä HY.
• Escorts tug in the port of Luleå, first vessel in the world equipped with the fully integrated hybrid power - case study.
• New Wärtsilä hybrid centre.
Alessandro Mercante, Hybrid Applications Engineer, Marine Solutions, Wärtsilä Italia
11:40 Q&A
11:50 Identifying and managing the key risks
• Dealing with fires and other risks in the engine room.
• Should a fire occur what would happen?
• Understanding your crewing and training requirements.
• Best practice safety guidelines.
Kolbjørn Berge, Project Manager, Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA)
12:10 Q&A
12:20 Color Hybrid Vessel Case study: Recharging at port solution
• How does recharging take place at port?
• How long do batteries last before recharging is required?
• How long does recharging take?
• Lessons learnt from commercial operations.
Rolf Petter Almli, Sales Manager, Ulstein
Per Edvin Tande, Naval Architect, Fosen Ulstein Design & Engineering
12:50 Q&A
13:00 Networking lunch break in the exhibition area
14:00 Corvus Energy Factory opening
Join Corvus for the official grand opening of their brand new battery factory in Bergen, Norway
They are showcasing their fully robotised and digitalised plant along with interesting speeches, entertainment, food and drinks. The opening ceremony takes place on the 5th September at Sandbrekketoppen 30, 5224 Nesttun from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Coaches will be leaving the Scandic Bergen City Hotel at 2:30pm.
18:00 End of conference
Who attended
Who attended
Shipowners & Operators |
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Bugser og Berging |
Hornblower Cruises |
Carnival |
Lemissoler Navigation |
DOF Management |
MSC Cruises |
Eidesvik |
North Sea Shipping |
Engstrom Shipping |
Port of Oslo |
Epic Gas |
Rederiet Stenersen |
Equinor |
Red & White Fleet |
Grimaldi |
SinOceanic Shipping |
GC Rieber Shipping |
UK MoD |
Viking Cruises |
Odfjell Drilling |
The Fjords |
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Other companies in attendance |
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ABB |
Kohler |
Adwatec Oy |
Kongsberg Maritime |
Bakker Sliedrecht |
KWx |
Bergen Shipowners Association |
LAVLE |
Bertel O. Steen Power Solutions |
Lemissoler Navigation |
BKK |
Maritime Battery Forum |
Bosch Rexroth |
Maritime Bergen |
Blueday Technology |
Marine Jet Power |
Brunvoll Mar-El |
NCE Maritime CleanTech |
Corvus Energy |
North of England P & I |
Cemre Muhendislik |
Norwegian Electric Systems |
DNV GL |
Norwegian Maritime Authority |
EAS Batteries |
Norwegian Maritime Exporters |
ESNA |
NTNU Faculty of Maritime Technology and Operations |
Fagskolen i Alesund |
Norwegian Ministry of the Environment |
Fagskolen i Hordaland |
Ortech Marine |
Fagskolen Rogaland |
Proton Motor Fuel Cell |
Fagskulen i Sogn og Fjordane |
Sanmar |
Fifi4Marine |
SINTEF Ocean |
Fincantieri SI |
Sobis Software |
Fosen Yard |
Spear Power Systems |
GE Power Conversion |
Techsol |
Green Shipping Programme |
The Switch |
Hans H. Schive |
Troms Fylkekommune |
Havyard Group |
Ulstein Group |
HBM Finland |
Vard Electro |
HBM Norge |
Wartsila Italia |
Heinzmann Automation |
Wartsila Marine Solutions |
Hidrovias do Brasil |
Wartsila Norway |
Holland America Group |
Wartsila SAM Electronics |
Holland Shipyards Group |
Westcon Power and Automation |
Invest in Bergen |
Winterthur Gas & Diesel |
Jabil |
Niigata Power Systems (Europe) |
Viking Cruises |
Sweco Norge |
Austevoll Elektro |
Yxney Maritime |
MTU Friedrichshafen |
Brunvoll Volda |
Green Cube Innovation |
Norwegian Hull Club |
Event Series
Event Series
September 2019:
Maritime Hydrogen & Fuel Cells Conference, Bergen
Maritime Hybrid & Electric Conference, Bergen
June 2020:
The business case for hybrid and electric technology
Fuel cells: addressing the key technical challenges
Fuel cells: key operational challenges
July 2020:
The business case for hybrid and electric technology in North America
The challenges North American shipowners face with the adoption of fuel cell technology
The business case for hybrid and electric technology in Asia
How can Asia advance adoption of hybrid, electric and fuel cell technologies?
September 2020:
Alternative fuels for powering a tug: the selection conundrum
Hybrid and electric tug viability: the future’s bright
Hydrogen-powered ferries: unlocking the potential
December 2020:
Maritime Hydrogen & Fuel Cells Virtual Conference, Europe
Maritime Hybrid & Electric Virtual Conference, Europe
March 2021:
Maritime Hybrid & Electric Virtual Conference, North America
October 2021
Maritime Hydrogen & Fuel Cells Conference, Bergen
Maritime Hybrid & Electric Conference, Bergen