ABB, Wallenius Marine partner up to monitor CII performance

Swedish-Swiss equipment provider ABB, Swedish ship design and management firm Wallenius Marine, and Danish tanker operator Terntank are collaborating to monitor the Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) performance on six of Terntank’s tankers. This initiative, aimed at reducing emissions and minimizing the environmental footprint of the shipping industry, is being conducted through a trial that leverages ABB’s OVERSEA fleet support center system.

The trial, which focuses on six 15,000 dwt product/chemical tankers, will assess various performance aspects including the engine, hull, propeller, auxiliary systems, and forecasting, all while closely monitoring the CII. Shore-based support will also be provided as required, ensuring comprehensive coverage of the vessels’ operational efficiency. ABB’s OVERSEA system, a digital decision-support service, is central to this initiative, utilizing the company’s Ability Genix Industrial Analytics and AI IoT platform to enhance industrial productivity and operational performance.

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This collaborative effort is part of a broader trend towards sustainability in the maritime industry. ABB’s involvement in similar projects, such as the installation of its Onboard DC Grid power system on a Phoenix Reisen cruise ship earlier this year, highlights the growing importance of advanced technological solutions in reducing the environmental impact of shipping. Meanwhile, Terntank’s ongoing commitment to innovation is further evidenced by its recent contract with Kongsberg for the construction of a tenth hybrid chemical tanker.