Alternate Marine Fuels

Aims:

• To provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the transition from conventional fuels to alternate/green marine fuels and its implications for shipping and port operations.
• To create awareness of international regulations, including IMO decarbonisation strategies and environmental mandates related to the use of alternate fuels.
• To highlight the safety challenges, inspection regimes, and training requirements associated with various alternative marine fuels.

Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Explain the role of the shipping industry in global economics and its contribution to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
2. Identify the key drivers and global regulations promoting the use of alternative fuels in maritime transport.
3. Describe various types of alternative marine fuels, their characteristics, and applicability in the maritime sector.
4. Evaluate the operational, safety, and environmental considerations of each fuel type.
5. Understand the importance of specialised training for both ship and shore-based personnel handling green fuels.
6. Recognise changes in inspection and compliance frameworks, including Port State Control (PSC) and SIRE 2.0.
7. Compare the advantages and disadvantages of different alternative fuels in the context of technical feasibility, safety, and emissions reduction.

Course Modules:

Module 1: Introduction and Overview of Green Shipping

Module 2: Impact of Shipping on Greenhouse Gas Emissions (GHG)

Module 3: Overview of Safety and Best Practices

Module 4: Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) as Marine Fuel

Module 5: Hydrogen and Marine Systems

Module 6: Methanol and Biomethane (Biogas) for Marine Use

Module 7: (Bio) Ethanol in Marine Systems

Module 8: Biodiesel for Maritime Application

Module 9: Ammonia as Marine Fuel

Module 10: Battery-Powered Marine Systems

Module 11: Alternative Marine Fuels – Summary and Comparison