NYK, a prominent shipping company, has forged an agreement with STAX Engineering Pty Ltd., a leading U.S. company specializing in maritime emissions control technology. This collaboration aims to implement emissions capture and control technology on NYK-operated car carriers calling at ports in California, commencing January 2025. This strategic move aligns with the California Air Resources Board’s (CARB) stringent regulations on exhaust emissions for vessels visiting ports within the state.
Innovative Partnership for Emission Reduction
The agreement between NYK and STAX signifies a pivotal step towards adopting cutting-edge emissions capture and control technology in maritime operations. By leveraging STAX’s expertise, NYK seeks to proactively address environmental concerns while complying with CARB regulations, underscoring the significance of collaborative efforts in tackling emissions in the shipping industry.
Technology Overview: Emissions Capture and Control
The emissions capture and control technology deployed by STAX utilizes specialized infrastructure to recover exhaust gases from vessels without emitting them into the atmosphere. This innovative solution, facilitated through steel pipes and hoses, offers a cost-effective means of reducing emissions at berth without necessitating extensive vessel modifications, demonstrating a practical approach to environmental sustainability.
Compliance with CARB Regulations
CARB’s stringent emission regulations, initially established in 2007 and expanded over the years, mandate reductions in various pollutants emitted by oceangoing vessels calling at California ports. With plans to include car carriers and tankers under these regulations by 2025, NYK’s adoption of emissions capture and control technology represents a proactive response to impending regulatory requirements, emphasizing the urgency of addressing environmental concerns within the maritime sector.
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Source: NYK
