In Turkey, MarineLog reports four vessels began a $123.7 million retrofitting initiative led by Amsterdam-based Atal Solutions—with Damen Shipyards, Blue Astra Maritime Shipping, and others—to reduce CO₂, SOₓ, and NOₓ emissions, achieve fuel savings exceeding 25%, and bring the existing fleet closer to environmental compliance.
Dry docking at Besiktas Shipyard is expected to take four weeks per vessel. The project integrates 10 emission-cutting technologies, including CO₂ capture, air lubrication systems, closed-loop scrubbers, and LED monitoring systems. Early trial results already show measurable fuel and emissions reductions.
“The shipping industry needs practical, immediate impact, and that’s exactly what we deliver. By making financing accessible, we’re proving that large-scale sustainability improvements are not only possible but also commercially viable,” said Edwin Sieswerda, managing director of Atal Solutions.
The initiative aligns with pressure from the EU Emissions Trading System, which adds cost to shipping emissions. “We build integrated solutions that redefine everyone’s view on what’s possible,” said Rutger van Dam of Damen Shipyards. “The true measure of success isn’t just financial, it’s about impact on future generations.”
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Category: Sustainable Marine Fuels
