- China’s first Onboard Carbon Capture System (OCCS) has been installed on the vessel YUE DIAN 56 by Headway Technology.
- The system achieves over 90% decarbonization efficiency and produces CO₂ with 99.6% purity.
- Captured CO₂ will be transported for unloading and recycling under CCS guidelines, marking a milestone in global marine green technology.
China has taken a major step in maritime decarbonisation with the installation of its first Onboard Carbon Capture System (OCCS) on the vessel YUE DIAN 56, owned by Guangzhou Yuedian Shipping Co. Ltd. The project was implemented with technical services, drawings approval and on-site surveys provided by China Classification Society’s (CCS) Shanghai Rules & Research Institute and Zhejiang Branch, according to China Classification Society.
Advanced Carbon Capture Technology
The Headway-developed OCCS uses high-speed centrifugal decarbonisation technology combined with the high-performance GNX-3 absorbent. This design allows the system to achieve a decarbonisation efficiency exceeding 90%, while the captured CO₂ reaches a purity level above 99.6%. These results mark a breakthrough in China’s maritime carbon capture capability and establish a significant milestone for the wider adoption of marine green technology worldwide.
Integration with CO₂ Logistics Chain
To comply with the Guidelines for Shipboard Liquid Carbon Dioxide Loading and Unloading Operations published by CCS, the captured carbon dioxide will be offloaded at specific onshore facilities using liquefied CO₂ carriers. This ensures safe, efficient and sustainable handling of the captured emissions.
Supporting GreenVoyage-2050
CCS has committed to supporting the subsequent unloading and recycling of the captured CO₂, providing technical expertise and services that contribute directly to reducing greenhouse gas emissions from shipping. This initiative aligns with international efforts such as GreenVoyage-2050 and highlights China’s role in advancing low-carbon and zero-carbon solutions for the maritime sector.
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Source: China Classification Society
