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Note to Turkish Fleet: Hybrid Cruise Ships, e-Methanol and Net-Zero
Note to Turkish Fleet: Hybrid Cruise Ships, e-Methanol and Net-Zero
July 18, 2025
(May - July 2025 - short summary of key developments worldwide)
As Ameo Marine, we aim to be not only your equipment supplier but also your reliable information partner. The rapid change in the industry directly affects your investment decisions, maintenance plans and strategies for the future. We summarize five important global developments in the last three months:
- Forecasting market trends
- Preparing for new regulations
- Positioning technology investments correctly
we wanted to shed light on the issues
1. Triple Success from MSC & Fincantieri: Hybrid Explora Series
On July 14, 2025, Explora III was launched, the coin ceremony for Explora IV took place and Explora V's sheet metal was cut. The six-ship series embodies the "electrification of luxury cruise ships" trend with LNG, fuel cell and cold-ironing features.
What it means for the Turkish fleet: Passenger and ferry projects with hybrid power systems will drive demand for high-voltage distribution boards and battery modules. Fincantieri
2. CO₂ Neutral Port Energy with Rolls-Royce Power Systems
Commissioned on July 8 at the Duisburg Gateway Terminal, the H₂ CHP + fuel cell + battery combination is a scalable example of shore power infrastructure.
Why is it important? Shore electrification (shore power) can reduce emissions during berthing in Turkish ports. Rolls-Royce
3. ABB Acquires BrightLoop Technologies
Announced on May 21, the acquisition will make ABB's DC-Grid solutions more compact and efficient.
Opportunity: Fuel savings with DC busbars on ferries and OSVs; maintenance and repair opportunities overlap with Ameo Marine's electrical automation portfolio. ABB Group
4. First Commercial e-Methanol Plant in Denmark
The 42 000 t/y plant, which became operational on May 13, will provide green methanol for Maersk's bi-fuel container ships.
Turkish scene: Tankers to provide e-methanol bunker service in Mersin and Izmir will require level/wave sensors and fuel process automation. Reuters
5. IMO MEPC 83 and Net-Zero Framework
At the session of April 7-11, 2025, the global fuel intensity standard and emissions pricing system were approved; effective 2027.
What needs to be done now: Plan energy efficiency projects (shore power, smart load management, etc.) to meet CII criteria by the end of 2025. International Marine Organization
Ameo Marine's Recommendations
- Analyze the electrical situation: Calculate CAPEX for high voltage panel, battery and DC-Grid investments.
- Create a spare parts and service strategy: Update your inventory of sensors and automation for alternative fuel systems (e-methanol, LNG + H₂).
- Revise your regulatory calendar according to IMO Net-Zero; minimize the cost of emissions per ship by 2027.
For More Information and Support
If you have questions about electrification, alternative fuel systems or shore power solutions, the Ameo Marine engineering team is pleased to offer a free initial consultation.
Contact: ist.sales@ameomarine.com | +90 216 446 90 90
