UUPO

The UUPO project – New fuels for maritime logistics as drivers of green transition and blue growth – surveys and increases the knowledge of maritime logistics SMEs in the Satakunta region in the field of new fuels. The project explores the sustainable use of new fuels, using the shipbuilding and port environment as a case study. UUPO develops an information package on new fuels for maritime logistics.

Duration

1.11.2022 – 31.12.2024

Total budget

99 535 €

Regional Council of Satakunta

79 628 €

SAMK

19 907 €

Logistics produce greenhouse gases such as CO2 emissions. In line with EU policy to combat climate change, all actors, including companies, must reduce emissions and orient their activities towards a green transition. The key SME players in the Satakunta region, especially in the field of maritime logistics, are both the shipbuilding industry and port areas with their stakeholders. New fuels such as hydrogen, ammonium/ammonia, biogas, and biodiesel are effective ways of promoting the green transition and the blue economy in the Satakunta area. There is an acute need for SMEs in Satakunta to increase their know-how and start cooperation with a network of actors in the new fuels sector.

The UUPO project will identify and increase the know-how of SMEs in Satakunta in the field of new fuels. UUPO will explore the sustainable use of new fuels, using the shipbuilding and port environment as examples. The project will compile a web-based information package open to all, focusing on the needs and opportunities of SMEs in the region. The UUPO project will accelerate the green transition and the blue economy of Satakunta's enterprises by increasing knowledge and networking among the actors in the region, considering the specific features of the region in the new fuels theme.

Contact

Wili Helenius
wili.helenius@samk.fi
+358 50 307 8705

Project objectives

To prepare an information package on new fuels for operators in the maritime logistics sector in Satakunta.
To strengthen the introduction of new fuels in the maritime logistics sector in Satakunta.
To promote the green shift in maritime logistics in Satakunta.

Projects steps

Mapping of competencies and identification and planning of measures in the Satakunta maritime cluster to increase competencies in new marine logistics fuels.
Investigate the sustainable use of new fuels, using the shipbuilding and port environment in Satakunta as case examples.

Project summary

The UUPO project will produce a web-based information package focusing on the needs and opportunities for the introduction of new fuels for maritime logistics SMEs in the Satakunta region.
The project will promote the green transition and the blue economy for maritime logistics companies in Satakunta, considering the specificities in the Satakunta region.
The UUPO project will produce web-based information packages in Finnish and English, focusing on the needs and opportunities for the introduction of new fuels for maritime logistics SMEs in the Satakunta region.

Info packages

The maritime industry is entering a new era as innovative fuel solutions and stricter environmental regulations shape the future of the field. To help navigate this transformation, we’ve created a series of comprehensive information packages on maritime emissions and sustainable fuel alternatives. These resources offer essential insights into emission management and introduce new alternative fuels that will redefine maritime energy solutions. Each information package is filled with practical, up-to-date details and cover topics such as fuel production processes, properties, technical applications, and environmental impacts. Explore the information packages below and stay ahead as a pioneer in the maritime green transition!

1. Info package: Maritime emissions

1. Info package - Maritime emissions

Emissions from maritime transport, such as carbon dioxide and nitrogen and sulfur oxides, have a significant impact on climate change and air quality. This information package delves into the sources of maritime emissions, their environmental impacts, and the international regulations and goals aimed at limiting emissions. Additionally, we introduce various technologies and solutions being developed in the industry to move toward a cleaner and more sustainable future.

2. Info package: LNG and methane

2. Info package - LNG and methane

Liquefied natural gas, or LNG, has emerged as a significant fuel alternative in maritime transport over the past decade, particularly due to tightened emission regulations and the demand for more environmentally friendly fuels. Although LNG and other methane-based fuels, such as bio-LNG and e-LNG, offer significant benefits, such as lower nitrogen and sulfur oxide emissions compared to traditional fuels, their use also involves several risks and challenges that are important to consider. This information package provides a closer look at the production processes, properties, usage possibilities, and other key topics related to these fuels.

3. Info package: Bio- and renewable diesel

3. Info package - Bio and renewable diesel

Bio and renewable diesel fuels are emerging as strong alternatives to traditional fossil fuels in maritime transport. They provide an effective means to reduce carbon dioxide emissions and promote sustainable solutions. Some of these fuels can already be used in existing ship engines, making them an attractive option for accelerating the green transition. This information package examines the properties of bio and renewable diesel, their potential as maritime fuels, and the challenges related to their production, availability, and use.

4. Info package: Methanol

4. Info package - Methanol

Methanol is one of the most promising alternatives for replacing traditional fossil fuels in maritime transport. Several of the world's leading shipping companies have already invested in methanol-powered vessels, and many engine manufacturers offer methanol-fueled engines, which strengthens the fuel's growing significance in the industry. Methanol has many advantages, such as significantly lower air pollutants compared to fossil fuels. Green methanol also has the potential to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions from maritime transport.

5. Info package: Ethanol

5. Info package - Ethanol

Ethanol is the most common biofuel in road transport, and its potential as an alternative fuel in maritime transport has attracted growing interest in recent years. Among ethanol's strengths is that it can be produced from a variety of biomass sources and is significantly less polluting than traditional maritime fuels. Additionally, the existing production and distribution infrastructure for ethanol provides a solid foundation for its rapid expansion in maritime transport as well.

6. Info package: Ammonia

6. Info package - Ammonia

Ammonia is considered one of the most promising alternative fuels for maritime transport in the future. Ammonia, for example, does not contain any carbon, meaning that its use does not produce carbon-based greenhouse gas emissions. Additionally, large quantities of ammonia are already produced for the fertilizer industry, so there is extensive experience with its production and handling. However, its use involves several risks that must be carefully considered.

7. Info package: Hydrogen

7. Info package - Hydrogen

Hydrogen has emerged as a promising fuel in maritime transport, as it offers a clean alternative to fossil fuels. Hydrogen can, for example, be produced from renewable sources, making it a sustainable option in the long term. Its combustion also does not produce any carbon dioxide, but it is important to note that its production can still generate emissions, depending on the methods and raw materials used.

Articles

We Research: The opportunities and future prospects of alternative fuels in maritime logistics in Satakunta

13.2.2024