Dry bulk operator Seanergy Maritime Holdings Corp has agreed to pilot a new emissions-reduction technology
Developed by the UK’s SulNOx Group, the SulNOxEco fuel conditioner is made from natural, biodegradable ingredients and provides a way to reduce fuel consumption, emissions and pollution from widely used hydrocarbon liquid fuels.
The trial, the latest by a global manager to use the fueltech solution, is part of Seanergy’s stated mission to reduce shipping emissions cost-effectively through advanced technical and operational measures.
Seanergy’s 17-vessel fleet, one Newcastlemax and 16 Capesize, has an average age of 12.8 years and an aggregate cargo carrying capacity of 3,054,820 dwt.
SulNOx’s fuel emulsifier and conditioners are aimed at cutting the production of emissions while also offering significant fuel and other cost savings. The patented technology emulsifies water, and increases lubricity and oxygen availability to fuel, making it burn cleanly and more efficiently.
SulNOx said recent shipping trials reported consumption reductions of around 5% with other operators piloting the SulNOxEco conditioner.
Marfin Management has expanded its trial after initial tests cut bunker consumption by more than 6% and its chief executive has since joined the board of SulNOx. Greece’s Spring Marine is also looking to adopt SulNOx products in its fleet to reduce fuel consumption and cut emissions.
SulNOxEco is in active trials or discussions with companies representing close to 6,000 vessels.
Commenting on the Seanergy pilot, SulNOx chief executive Ben Richardson said, “Seanergy is a hugely respected global shipping company that is serious about sustainability and adopting innovative technologies to reduce carbon emissions.”
Seanergy chairman and chief executive Stamatis Tsantanis said, “We are proactive in exploring technical initiatives that will position Seanergy as a leader in shaping a greener maritime industry. SulNOx has proven, compliant solutions that may be quickly deployed to help meet environmental targets and broader ESG milestones, and we look forward to working together to further reduce the emissions of our fleet.”
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