Marine Consulting Green Transformation (GX)

GX-Related Maritime Consulting: Case Studies and Achievements

MOL Maritime (Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Maritechs Co., Ltd.) supports decarbonization and sustainable growth in the shipping industry through maritime consulting for GX (Green Transformation).
To date, we have promoted a wide range of projects, including the development of safety measures and guidelines for introducing next-generation fuels such as ammonia, biofuels, and LNG; feasibility studies for offshore wind power projects; and the examination of strategies to address international environmental regulations.
These initiatives help lead regulatory compliance and technological innovation both domestically and internationally, contributing to improved safety and competitiveness across the industry.

Offshore Wind Power

Overview of GX-Related Maritime Consulting

GX (Green Transformation) refers to the transformation of industrial structures and energy supply systems aimed at achieving a decarbonized society.
To support the promotion of GX in the maritime sector, we provide consulting services in the following areas:

  • Support for the introduction of next-generation fuels (ammonia, biofuels, LNG)
  • Feasibility studies for offshore wind power projects
  • Development of strategies to address international environmental regulations
  • Formulation of safety measures and guidelines

Project Case Studies

Project Title Development of navigation safety and accident-prevention measures and guidelines required for implementing ammonia bunkering
Client Maritime Bureau, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (Marine Environment Policy Division)
Objective To examine the necessary equipment requirements and safety measures, and to develop guidelines to promote an enabling environment for commercial operations, toward the safe and smooth implementation of bunkering (fuel supply) for ammonia-fueled vessels.
Scope of Work
  • Survey of domestic and international safety measures related to ammonia cargo handling and heavy fuel oil and/or bunkering operations
  • Organizing equipment requirements to be used for ammonia bunkering
  • Organizing standard operating procedures
  • Conducting ammonia dispersion simulations
  • Examining accident-prevention measures
  • Examining navigation safety measures
  • Developing the ammonia bunkering guidelines
  • Establishing and operating a study committee
Key Features / Significance This project establishes a foundation that contributes to the future development of sustainable shipping and the reduction of environmental impacts. By clarifying specific equipment requirements and safety measures for ammonia bunkering and systematically organizing responses to risks anticipated during bunkering, it enhances industry-wide safety and promotes the practical implementation of ammonia-fueled vessels. In addition, developing practical guidelines enables related operators and relevant organizations to carry out operations under unified safety standards, providing field-oriented guidance aligned with real-world practices.
Project Title Study on the use of biofuels in ships
Client Maritime Bureau, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (Marine Environment Policy Division)
Objective To promote the use of biofuels in ships by examining feasibility from economic and technical perspectives and by developing and revising guidelines, thereby further accelerating the adoption of biofuels in the maritime sector.
Scope of Work
  • Survey of biofuel supply volumes and prices for marine use
  • Technical tests onshore and onboard vessels
  • Identification of issues and examination of countermeasures for using biofuels as marine fuel oils
  • Examination of proposed revisions to guidelines
  • Establishing and operating a committee
Key Features / Significance The project provides a multifaceted analysis of the status of biofuel use in the maritime sector. By clarifying the actual conditions such as supply volumes and pricing, it contributes to the future development of sustainable shipping. It also plays an important role by organizing challenges and presenting industry-wide guidance necessary to promote biofuel adoption from the perspective of reducing environmental impacts.
Project Title Organizing safety measures for inspection/repair work on LNG-fueled ships to strengthen the competitiveness of gas-fueled vessels
Client Maritime Bureau, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (Shipbuilding Industry Division)
Objective To organize safety measures for inspection and repair work on LNG-fueled vessels based on the latest information, thereby supporting the wider adoption of gas-fueled ships, advancing an enabling environment for carbon neutrality in the maritime sector, and strengthening the competitiveness of Japan’s maritime industry.
Scope of Work
  • Organizing gas-free and gas-up procedures for LNG carriers
  • Survey of requirements related to docking of gas-fueled ships
  • Organizing administrative procedures accompanying gas-free and gas-up for LNG carriers
  • Organizing gas-free and gas-up procedures for gas-fueled ships
  • Organizing risk assessment based on the International Code of Safety for Ships Using Gases or Other Low-flashpoint Fuels (IGF Code)
  • Organizing capabilities and requirements of shipyards and other facilities that accept gas-fueled ships
  • Organizing conditions for desktop examination of process models
  • Formulating requirements related to docking of gas-fueled ships
Key Features / Significance A key feature is the systematic organization of safety measures for inspection and repair work on LNG-fueled vessels, contributing to improved on-site safety and greater operational efficiency.
Project Title Business feasibility study on floating offshore wind power facilities and work vessels in foreign countries
Client Maritime Bureau, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (Shipbuilding Industry Division)
Objective To realize carbon neutrality early as a countermeasure against global warming, this project conducted a detailed study on the feasibility of business development for floating offshore wind power facilities and work vessels in surrounding seas, including Asia, and supported the formation of related projects that Japan’s shipbuilding industry can help promote.
Scope of Work
  • Survey of base ports and other locations capable of floating foundation construction and assembly, and examination of assembly methods utilizing local base ports
  • Examination of transport methods for floating structures
  • Survey of supply-chain structures for work vessels during construction and maintenance of offshore wind power projects
  • Survey of model vessels for offshore wind work
  • Feasibility assessment of floating offshore wind power facilities (Taiwan, Philippines)
  • Drafting guideline proposals for offshore wind service operation vessels (SOVs)
  • Initiatives to develop sales channels for floating foundations and work vessels (preliminary design of floating foundations; preparation of PR materials)
Key Features / Significance By analyzing the latest overseas cases and investigating ports suitable for floating construction/assembly and practical approaches using local base ports, the project evaluated feasibility and efficiency in concrete terms. It also clarified issues and potential for domestic adoption through overseas case analysis, providing practical and foundational insights that support future offshore wind development in Japan.

Offshore Wind Power

Project Title IMO International Cooperative Response Support Fund Project – Study on the environmental impacts of ammonia fuels
Client Japan Ship Technology Research Association (JSTRA)
Objective To contribute to international discussions at the IMO by scientifically evaluating the impacts of ammonia-fueled ships on the external environment and organizing information that supports establishing safety requirements and improving social acceptance.
Scope of Work
  • Organizing general information on ammonia
  • Impact assessment of leaks/releases from ships
  • Impact assessment of leaks/releases during bunkering
  • Organizing assumptions for calculating leakage/release quantities from an entire fleet
  • Developing implementation policies for atmospheric and marine dispersion simulations and conducting marine dispersion simulations
  • Organizing ammonia release scenarios during normal operations
  • Organizing ammonia leak scenarios during trouble events
  • Conducting atmospheric and marine dispersion simulations
  • Assessing impacts on the environment
  • Supporting actions to improve social acceptance and strengthen international coordination
Key Features / Significance A key feature is the collaboration among industry and administrative bodies under the IMO support-fund framework to address challenges. The project provides an important foundation for realizing sustainable shipping.

Future Outlook and Vision

  • Strengthening responses to international environmental regulations: Further enhance Response to international environmental regulations, including those of the IMO, and actively participate in standards development.
  • Promoting the adoption of next-generation fuels: Continue technical verification and the development of safety standards for new fuels such as ammonia, biofuels, and LNG.
  • Expanding renewable energy projects: Support business feasibility assessments and supply-chain development in renewable energy sectors, including offshore wind power.
  • Strengthening collaboration with industry and government: Reinforce cooperation with government agencies, industry associations, shipbuilders, and shipping companies.

Leveraging GX-related technologies and expertise, we are committed to contributing to solving social challenges as a leading company that helps create a sustainable future for the maritime industry.

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