Alternative maritime power: The key to greener ports

To protect people and ecosystems, regulators worldwide have introduced measures targeting cleaner ship operations in ports. A common theme throughout the provisions is the requirement for vessels and ports to have the capacity for shore connection – also known as alternative maritime power (AMP). By connecting to an onshore power supply (OPS), a vessel deploying AMP can receive all the energy it needs to meet hotel load requirements, and so shut down its generators at berth to eliminate emissions, noise and vibrations. As well as helping to protect the environment, this has a positive impact on the well-being of vessel crew, port staff and residents of port-adjacent communities. The technology will therefore allow ports to continue operating as regulations become increasingly stringent and widespread. ERMA FIRST’s BLUE CONNECT is a revolutionary high-voltage AMP solution suitable for retrofit and newbuild installations and available in containerised and stand-alone versions.