- Study Projects Nuclear-Powered Vessels by 2040–2045.
- SMRs Eyed for Marine and Port Power Solutions.
- Industry Coalition Explores Nuclear in Shipping.
A new whitepaper released this month by the New Energies Coalition highlights the promising role of nuclear energy in decarbonising global shipping and port operations. The coalition concludes that with concerted efforts from all stakeholders, nuclear energy has the potential to significantly contribute to the decarbonisation of shipping and port operations, marking a new era in sustainable maritime transportation, reports Ship Energy.
Industry Collaboration Supports Findings
The report is based on a cooperative work team comprising key maritime and logistics participants, such as Bureau Veritas (BV), CMA CGM, PSA International, and ONET. They collectively determined the real-world applications of nuclear technologies in numerous maritime environments.
Applications of Nuclear Power in Maritime
The report examines how nuclear power, particularly Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), can be utilised in:
- Marine propulsion systems
- Coastal near-shore power supply
- On-land port-based energy production
- Commercial Deployment May Start as Early as 2040
In a statement issued on April 22, Bureau Veritas pointed out that the results present a realistic timespan for commercial deployment of Gen IV nuclear-powered ships between 2040 and 2045.
Critical Areas to Be Addressed
Although the prognosis is good, the report identifies four key areas needing to be developed to facilitate safe and efficient implementation:
- Radioactive waste management
- Crew qualifications and training
- Cybersecurity standards
- Insurance arrangements and joint liability mechanisms
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Source: Ship Energy
