Vessel
OOCL is committed to reducing air emissions from our vessels and fully supports the 2023 IMO Strategy on Reduction of GHG Emissions from Ships (2023 IMO GHG Strategy). We voluntarily adopted a serial of initiatives for enhancing energy efficiency and fuel saving, which is the most effective way to cut down on greenhouse gases (especially CO2). Such initiatives include:
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Weather-routing systems to provide shorter routes safely;
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Optimum trim (balance of cargo) and minimum ballast water;
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Fuel injections and exhaust valve timing control for better efficiency;
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Shaft generator for generating electricity;
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Meeting Green Flag Vessel Speed Reduction program requirements;
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Regular hull maintenance to keep the ship clean and free of marine growths such as barnacles, algae and mollusks. Maintenance includes polishing the propeller and hull, and monitoring engine performance;
- Equipment retrofit in existing owned vessels to improve our overall fleet efficiency;
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CFC-free refrigerants for all of our reefer containers to eliminate the production of CFCs (Chlorofluorocarbons); and
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Global Vessel Voyage Monitoring Centre (GVVMC) to monitor real-time vessel and ports situation and allow the ship to sail at slower speeds instead of waiting at the port during congestion.
Apart from improving energy efficiency, we also take actions to minimise the emissions of sulphur oxides and nitrogen oxides for creating greener services.
To further enhance OOCL’s ability to manage the decarbonization targets of our fleets and comply with IMO CII (Carbon Intensity Indicator) requirements, in 2023, we launched “Emission Monitor”, a brand-new digital platform designed to monitor and aggregate the emission performance of our vessels and end-to-end shipment operation.
By offering a real-time calculation of CO2 emission involved in bookings, the platform aims to support our customers to measure and gain a more holistic understanding of their carbon footprints in their business activities. For more details, please refer to Emission Monitor.
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Reducing sulphur oxides (SOx) emissions |
Reducing nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions |
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Apart from strictly complying with the Sulphur Emission Control Area (SECA)'s 0.1% sulphur requirements, we ensure the average sulphur content of our fuel is well below the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) prescribed standard of 0.5% when sailing in the high seas.
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All of OOCL's new buildings currently under construction are installed with Alternative Maritime Power (AMP) Systems, also known as “Cold Ironing". The use of AMP technology has demonstrated an average reduction of 95% in NOx, SOx, and PM emissions per vessel call and helped nearby communities improve air quality.
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All our vessels have been installed with environmentally-friendly NOx-controlled propulsive engines.
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Advanced slide fuel injection valves, reducing NOx by 30%, are being adopted.
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Office
Going Green by Harnessing Solar Energy A total of 814 solar panels were installed at our office to leverage on green energy sources. By harnessing the power of the sun in a solar photovoltaic (PV) array, it can provide about 50% of the office's annual electricity consumption, thereby reducing approximately 123,000 kilograms of CO2 emissions each year. The expected life of the solar array is around 40 years, which means this green initiative can continue contributing to OOCL's green credentials for many years to come.
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