ALTERNATIVE FUELS IN SHIPPING
technical feasibility, safety challenges and regulatory framework
(two days course)
Target group: decision-makers and technical managers in shipping companies, at yards, major suppliers and design offices.
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Content: This course provides the detailed background for the development of business cases and design concepts for projects related to alternative fuels in shipping. Key items covered are:
Introduction to low flashpoint fuels (liquefied gases and liquids)
Low flashpoint fuels safety principles (half day):
The IGF Code and the major design aspects related to this mandatory IMO regulation.
Review and key regulations from all IGF-Code sections. For tank location, a practical training will be provided.
Topic covered are:The current Code for LNG and CNG as ship fuel:
The Code versions under preparation: Methanol, Ethanol, Fuel cell Systems, LPG.
The outlook to other fuel options: hydrogen, ammonia and others.
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Item 1., 2. and 3. are also offered as separate one-day courses. All content can be offered as courses or as interactive workshops. For more information feel free to contact me.