Eminox & KBB partner to deliver marine engine emission solution
UK-based emissions control specialist Eminox and German turbocharger maker Kompressorenbau Bannewitz (KBB) have announced a major collaboration to meet increasing emissions compliance requirements for marine diesel engines.
Through this partnership, the two companies aim to provide marine engine manufacturers and vessel operators with a fully integrated emissions control solution, from turbo to tailpipe, to deliver clean marine diesel engines.
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Aimed at medium speed engines over 1MW power, the new solution brings together KBB’s expertise in marine turbocharging and air handling with Eminox’s proven EMx exhaust after treatment system (EATS) technology.
The aim of the partnership is to provide companies in the maritime sector with a complete, integrated solution, refined to their specific needs for both new engines and the retrofitting of existing ones. The end-to-end solution includes the design, manufacture, installation and certification, and is optimised for specific engines which increases performance efficiency and the effectiveness of emissions reduction.
As part of the maritime industry’s commitment to achieving a zero-carbon future, diesel engines are subject to IMO Tier I and Tier II regulations. Additionally, every vessel entering specific emission control areas (ECAs), such as those in the Baltic Sea, North Sea and North America must meet much stricter IMO Tier III targets, with tighter nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions requirements. For vessels to be compliant when operating on European Inland Waterways Stage V regulations apply.
Future legislation, including an update to the marine Stage V regulations and IMO IV are expected to set dramatically lower NOx emissions targets and introduce controls on particulates from the early 2030s.
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“Diesel engines are the backbone of the marine industry, making it vital to optimise their performance to lower emissions as we move to a zero-carbon future,” said David Phillips, Engineering Director, Eminox.
“Working with KBB, we’ve developed a complete, integrated solution for the maritime industry that builds on the proven strengths of diesel while reducing harmful emissions, preserving investment in existing engines.
“Given the need to plan for the long-term, now is the time for marine operators and engine manufacturers to accelerate their emissions reduction journey by working with partners that can provide an in-house solution for all their needs.”
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