Driving The Maritime Energy Transition with Customized Solutions
As a technology and market leader in the field of marine technology, VULKAN is also helping to shape the path to the maritime energy transition. Under the motto “We ensure that systems work better.” as a technology company, we are making our contribution to global decarbonization by entering the market for hybrid and electric drives and have already successfully implemented a wide variety of projects in this area - a major step that is in line with VULKAN's sustainable Corporate Policy and self-image as a system supplier and problem solver.
This is because we also strive to provide customized solutions in the field of hybrid and electric drives that are tailored to the needs of owners and shipyards. To achieve this goal, Hybrid Architect by VULKAN (today Hybrid and Electric Drive Solutions) was founded in 2021 with a small team of mechanical and electrical engineers who have deepened their expertise in hybrid and electric propulsion systems by developing several projects with different hybrid architectures.
This has been our demand on ourselves since the beginning of our foundation in 1889. Since then, we have been more than just coupling supplier. This is even more true for the design of hybrid and electric drives. There is no single formula, but a variety of solutions, adapted to individual customer requirements and the respective ship types.
As technology advances, hybrid ships will become more autonomous, utilizing AI and IoT for optimized navigation and maintenance. This will enhance safety, reduce human error, and ensure smoother operations.
Full electric vessels get all their power from batteries – for propulsion as well as auxiliaries. Battery power onboard and charging infrastructure onshore enable zero carbon operations.
This makes electric, battery powered ships an interesting concept – after all, decarbonisation is high on the agenda of governments and regulatory bodies.
The future of hybrid and full electric shipping promises a greener, smarter, and more sustainable maritime industry, paving the way for a cleaner and more efficient global trade network.
Reduce Emissions and Lower Fuel Consumption
In the future hybrid shipping will revolutionize the maritime industry by combining traditional fuel engines with advanced hybrid/electric propulsion systems. These vessels will significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions and fuel consumption, making maritime transport eco-friendlier and more efficient. The future of hybrid and full electric shipping promises a greener, smarter, and more sustainable maritime industry, paving the way for a cleaner and more efficient global trade network.
Equipped with state-of-the-art batteries and renewable energy sources like solar and wind power, hybrid ships will harness clean energy to power their journeys. This innovation will not only lower operational costs but also minimize the environmental impact of shipping, contributing to cleaner oceans and a healthier planet.