Sustainability
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As the largest owner-operator of guard vessels in the United Kingdom, DR Maritime are keen to pioneer the way for change to work towards a carbon free future in their market sector.
With a fleet of 19 vessels that consume up to 200,000 litres of diesel fuel oil per month, we are 100% committed to reducing our carbon footprint.
We are working constantly to ensure our work is as sustainable as possible. As we work towards our carbon footprint reduction, we have come up with multiple innovative ideas.
NEW TONNAGE
We have considered a fully compliant, new view on the tonnage of our vessels. These would have enhanced crew conditions, sea-going capabilities, have Tier III engines already installed and have capability to run a variety of fuels immediately.
VESSEL RETROFIT
This is a more cost-effective option than new
vessel purchases. It would allow us to utilise existing space for alternative fuel sources. We can then use a cleaner fuel source than Marine Gas Oil.
TIER III ENGINES
Fitting compliant Tier III Engines would improve cost saving over a new build vessel. This would allow us to run on a variety of fuels and have a significant carbon reduction over tier I and II engines.
RETRACTABLE THRUSTER UNIT
This option can be fitted to current vessels quickly and with minimal modifications. They can be run using a hybrid system if batteries are installed and therefore greatly reduces fuel consumption when compared to operating main engines.
FUEL GRADES
This is a cheaper alternative compared to retrofits and new vessel builds. This option is also compliant with the majority of engine manufactuers with little modification necessary. Based on a monthly fuel burn of 200,000 litres of MGO, it would reduce C02 emissions by 681 tonnes, even though the cost per litre is increased by over 100%.
