To stay ahead in a competitive industry, Aframax tankers must meet new and changing demands. Higher fuel efficiency, reduced emissions, and shore power are planned or already implemented requirements, limiting the environmental impact of the shipping industry. Propulsion is not the only factor to take into consideration; the cargo discharge system is crucial for its ability to comply with stricter environmental regulations.
Steam drive still makes up the majority of pumping systems in the Aframax crude oil tanker fleet. Installing a Framo submerged pumping system substantially improves fuel efficiency and economy during cargo discharge and cargo heating.
Measures on the horizon
The shipping industry has a strong ambition to reduce fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. Upcoming measures will mandate an improved Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) and regulate CO2 emissions through a Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) rating scheme. It is also expected that local authorities, such as the California Air Resources Board (CARB), will implement shore power requirements for all tankers visiting designated ports.
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Reducing GHG emissions
Regulations on greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) will continue to be tightened to limit the environmental impact of shipping. Framo technology is well-proven to reduce CO2 emissions by improving energy efficiency in cargo pumping operations, preparing the vessel for future developments such as Carbon Intensity Indicators (CII).
This also applies to sensitive port areas where cold ironing or shore power-ready design can be implemented to ensure compliance with local regulations (such as CARB in California). A Framo cargo pumping system offers a future pumping solution that meets all current and anticipated regulations.
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