Climeon delivers six HeatPower units for Maersk methanol ships

In Sweden, Climeon announced delivery of six HeatPower 300 units to HD Hyundai Heavy Industries’ shipyard in South Korea, where they will be integrated into A.P. Moller-Maersk’s 17,200 TEU dual-fuel methanol ships to convert low-temperature engine waste heat into clean electricity, improving energy efficiency and cutting fuel consumption.

The HeatPower 300 system utilizes an Organic Rankine Cycle process to recover heat from engine cooling water and exhaust gas, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and operational costs. The technology supports a transition to cleaner fuels, such as green methanol, by offsetting their higher costs with increased efficiency.

Climeon CEO Lena Sundquist highlighted the achievement: “This milestone demonstrates our commitment to supporting sustainable shipping. Our team will assist with commissioning in Ulsan next year to ensure reliable operations.”

The vessels, under construction at HD-HHI, represent Maersk’s broader effort to decarbonize its fleet and meet ambitious sustainability goals. By integrating Climeon’s technology, the ships will operate with enhanced efficiency, aligning with global shipping’s transition to lower-carbon solutions. Climeon’s innovative energy solutions play a key role in reducing emissions while preparing the industry for the adoption of high-cost, low-emission fuels critical for achieving net-zero targets.

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