Berge Bulk Tests Onboard Carbon Capture System on Ultramax Bulker

Berge Bulk has joined the ranks of ship owners exploring onboard carbon capture technology, with the aim of reducing emissions and meeting evolving environmental regulations. The company’s CEO, James Marshall, emphasized the importance of carbon capture as a key component of their decarbonization strategy.

The pilot project is being conducted on Berge Bulk’s 63,000 dwt Ultramax bulker, Berge Yotei, equipped with a carbon capture system developed by Value Maritime. This innovative system, integrated into the vessel’s exhaust gas cleaning system, has the potential to capture up to 15 tonnes of CO2 per day, leading to a significant reduction in emissions during operations.

Berge Bulk is actively contributing insights on the implementation, monitoring, and scalability of onboard carbon capture systems, in anticipation of evolving regulatory frameworks. The company stresses the importance of collaboration across various stakeholders to develop the necessary infrastructure and commercial models for widespread adoption of carbon capture technology.

Value Maritime, the developer of the carbon capture system, has already completed installations on other vessels, including Eastern Pacific’s Pacific Cobalt and Mitsui O.S.K. Lines’ Nexus Victoria. The technology, once met with skepticism, is now gaining traction in the maritime industry as a viable solution for emissions reduction.

With the commercial launch of Wärtsilä’s onboard carbon capture system, the maritime sector is witnessing a significant step towards decarbonization for both existing and new vessels. As the industry continues to explore innovative solutions, onboard carbon capture presents a promising avenue for reducing environmental impact and meeting sustainability goals.