Aurelia is joining forces with The Ocean Cleanup to conduct a feasibility study for innovative propulsion systems. These technologies are to support The Ocean Cleanup’s mission to remove plastic pollution from the Great Pacific Garbage Patch (GPGP) while leveraging the latest in sustainable maritime propulsion technologies.
Dutch inventor Boyan Slat founded The Ocean Cleanup in 2013. It is a non-profit organisation that develops and scales technologies to rid the world’s oceans of plastic.
Raffaele Frontera, CEO of Aurelia: ‘At Aurelia, we believe in the power of collaboration to solve the world’s most pressing challenges. Working alongside The Ocean Cleanup is an incredible opportunity to contribute with our expertise in sustainable ship design to a mission that aligns so closely with our values. Together, we aim to redefine what’s possible for clean and efficient maritime operations.’
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Reducing the carbon footrpint of Ocean Cleanup vessels
The feasibility study will focus on identifying and analysing propulsion systems that align with The Ocean Cleanup’s operational needs while adhering to the highest standards of environmental sustainability. The ultimate goal is to provide solutions that optimise performance and reduce the carbon footprint of vessels involved in this vital mission.
‘In order for us to achieve our mission, we are now seeking support from Aurelia to secure new vessels for our extraction operations in the GPGP, which will enable us to utilise greater deck space and achieve higher fuel efficiency,’ explains Mathijs Campman, Head of Offshore Project at The Ocean Cleanup. ‘As part of the process, we are currently carrying out a feasibility study with Aurelia, a leader in sustainable maritime solutions, to develop technologies to support our ambitious plans.’
Picture by Aurelia.
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