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🗞️ Driving the news: Finnish company Langh Tech has introduced a groundbreaking onboard carbon capture (OCC) system for ships, which will be installed on four bulk carriers in 2025
• This system not only reduces CO2 emissions but also produces sodium carbonate, a valuable byproduct for industrial use
• The technology has demonstrated over 80% carbon capture efficiency in pilot tests
🔭 The context: Langh Tech has been at the forefront of exhaust gas treatment innovations, conducting OCC research since 2021
• The project aligns with broader shipping industry goals to cut emissions by retrofitting vessels with advanced tech, like hybrid scrubbers and OCC systems
• Collaborations with companies like Damen Shipyards aim to integrate these solutions into global fleets efficiently
🌍 Why it matters for the planet: Shipping accounts for a significant share of global greenhouse gas emissions
• Langh Tech’s OCC system offers a viable decarbonization solution while addressing the cost barriers of adopting carbon-neutral fuels
• By transforming CO2 into a circular economy asset, this approach could accelerate the transition to greener maritime operations
⏭️ What's next: The installation on bulk carriers is the first step in scaling OCC technology across various ship types
• The long-term goal is to achieve up to a 60% reduction in CO2 emissions per vessel through optimized systems and complementary measures like voyage planning
• Industry leaders are keen to see this innovation drive systemic change in maritime decarbonization
💬 One quote: "CO2 capturing is the only economic way to drastically reduce emissions as of now. Langh Tech delivered on every front" – Rutger van Dam, Damen Shipyards Group
📈 One stat: Pilot tests achieved over 80% carbon capture rates, reducing overall emissions by 20–30% depending on ship specifications
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