On December 10, the 2024 Annual Meeting of the Inland River Subcommittee of the Technical Committee of China Classification Society (CCS) was successfully held in Zhijiang,Hubei. Mr. Cheng Ping, Chairman of our company, was invited to attend the meeting and shared a wonderful speech entitled "Development and Prospects of New Energy Ship Supporting Industry".
In his speech, Chairman Cheng deeply analyzed the current status of alternative fuels used in ships, shared our company's achievements and future plans in the research and development of new energy ship supporting equipment, especially the innovative practices in methanol fuel and LNG fuel supply systems, which won wide praise and high evaluation from the guests.
It is worth mentioning that at this meeting, the ship methanol fuel supply system developed by our company successfully obtained the first ship methanol fuel supply system design principle approval (AIP) certificate in Central China issued by China Classification Society (CCS), marking another milestone achievement of our company in new energy ship fuel supply technology.
Prior to this, our ship LNG fuel supply system had taken the lead in obtaining the ship LNG fuel supply system design principle approval (AIP) certificate issued by CCS. So far, our company has successfully obtained the AIP certification for two new energy supply systems: methanol fuel and LNG fuel for ships. This is not only an authoritative recognition of our company's technological innovation capabilities and product quality, but also a firm commitment and practical action to promote the green and low-carbon transformation of the shipping industry and achieve sustainable development goals.
The Marine Methanol Fuel Supply System
The Marine Methanol Fuel Supply System is a system specifically designed to pump and regulate methanol for injection into marine engines. The system follows the engine manufacturer's specific requirements for flow, injection pressure and temperature to ensure optimal fuel supply. Methanol (chemical formula CH₃OH, often abbreviated as MeOH) is a widely used chemical with good fuel properties. The main goal of the system is to ensure that the delivery of methanol from the service tank to the engine is accurately regulated to meet the needs of engine operation.
In this system, methanol circulates at a high flow rate through the injector pump block at a constant pressure at the appropriate temperature. Regardless of its type or manufacturer, this design ensures that the engine can operate efficiently under different output requirements. Through the optimized control of this system, marine engines can achieve stable performance and reliable fuel supply during operation.
The system uses liquefied natural gas (LNG) as fuel to provide ships with a clean and efficient energy supply. LNG has the characteristics of high calorific value and low emissions, and is an important choice for the shipping industry to achieve green transformation.
Looking to the future, our company will continue to uphold the concept of innovation-driven development, increase R&D investment in the field of new energy ship technology, deepen industry-university-research cooperation, continuously break through key technologies, provide more efficient and environmentally friendly solutions for the green transformation of the shipping industry, contribute to the construction of a clean and low-carbon water transportation system, and work together with colleagues in the industry to create a better future for the shipping industry.
The development trend of new energy ship power in China
1. Policy dividends continue to be released and industrial development accelerates
Our government regards the development of new energy ships as an important measure to achieve the "double carbon" goal and promote the green transformation of the shipping industry, and has introduced a series of favorable policies. Policy documents such as the "14th Five-Year Plan for the Development of Modern Comprehensive Transportation System", the "14th Five-Year Plan for Water Transport" and "Several Measures to Support Large-Scale Equipment Updates and Trade-in of Consumer Goods" provide information for the development of new energy ships. provided clear direction and support. Various provinces and cities have also responded and formulated corresponding subsidy policies and incentive measures to attract companies to invest in the research and development and production of new energy ships.
Driven by policies, my country's new energy ship industry has developed rapidly. Shipbuilding companies have actively carried out the construction of new energy ships, related industrial chains have been continuously improved, and the industrial scale has gradually expanded.
2. Technology continues to make breakthroughs and innovative achievements emerge.
Rapid development of electric ship technology: my country's electric ship technology has made significant progress and has become one of the main development directions of new energy ships. Domestic shipbuilding companies and scientific research institutions continue to innovate in battery technology and electric propulsion systems for electric ships, and some high-performance electric ships have been put into operation. For example, some large-scale electric cruise ships provide tourists with a green travel experience in domestic lakes and rivers, and electric cargo ships are also undergoing pilot operations in some inland waters.
Hybrid technology is becoming increasingly mature: Hybrid ships combine the advantages of traditional fuel power and new energy power, and their application scope in our country continues to expand. Some inland vessels and coastal cargo ships have adopted diesel-electric hybrid power systems, which not only improves the energy efficiency of the ships but also reduces pollutant emissions.
Active exploration of other new energy technologies: my country is also actively exploring the application of new energy technologies such as solar energy and hydrogen energy on ships. Although these technologies are still in the research and development and pilot stages, they are expected to provide more options for new energy ship power in the future.
3. Strong market demand and rich application scenarios
With the development of my country's economy and the improvement of environmental awareness, the market demand for new energy ships is increasingly strong. In the field of inland shipping, new energy ships are suitable for short-distance transportation, tourism and other businesses, and can meet the environmental protection requirements of urban inland waterways. For example, some cities in the Yangtze River, Pearl River and other river basins actively promote the local application of new energy ships and create green shipping demonstration projects.
In the fields of coastal shipping and ocean shipping, some large shipping companies in my country have also begun to pay attention to the development of new energy ships and gradually carry out relevant pilot projects to accumulate experience for future large-scale applications.
3. User acceptance and usage scenarios
- Environmental awareness drives acceptance:
As the concept of environmental protection becomes more and more popular, customers are paying more and more attention to the environmental performance of new energy ships. In sightseeing and other scenarios, tourists are more willing to choose to take new energy ships to reduce the impact on the environment. For example, in some popular tourist attractions, the passenger capacity of new energy cruise ships has increased year by year and has been widely welcomed by tourists.
- Economic benefits influence acceptance decisions:
For users engaged in the shipping business, the operating cost of new energy ships is an important factor for them to consider. Although the purchase cost of new energy ships is high, in the long-term operation process, its advantages such as low energy consumption and low maintenance costs can reduce the overall operating costs. Therefore, some users who pay attention to economic benefits are gradually accepting new energy ships. improve.
-Tourism has become the main application scenario:
Our country has rich tourism resources, with numerous lakes, rivers, oceans and other water bodies, providing a broad space for the application of new energy ships in the field of tourism. New energy cruise ships, yachts, etc. have become new choices for tourists to appreciate the natural scenery. New energy power has zero emissions, no pollution, and low noise, allowing tourists to have a better tour experience and bringing new development opportunities to the tourism industry.
Inland waterway short-distance transportation has great potential: In the field of inland waterway shipping, new energy ships are suitable for short-distance cargo transportation and people ferrying within cities. The inland water bodies of some cities have begun to promote new energy cargo ships and ferries, which not only meet the needs of urban logistics and distribution, but also reduce pollution to the urban environment.
