EU Grants €7.8 million for green shipping
power systems development

Today's shipping fleet is responsible for significant emissions and relies on heavy power systems not designed for renewable energy. However, the EU-funded (Horizon Europe) STEESMAT project aims to develop a future-ready power system that not only cut emissions but also streamline the integration of sustainable energy sources.

Led by our Norwegian client, Maritime CleanTech, 13 European partners collaborate on the development of an innovative power distribution system power for future zero-emission vessels, enhancing green energy use and boosting technology efficiency to significantly cut emissions.

Targeting a 40% emissions reduction

STEESMAT uses Medium Voltage Direct Current (MVDC) to replace traditional alternating current (AC) systems, boosting engine efficiency at variable speeds and simplifying the integration of renewable energy sources like batteries, solar panels, fuel cells, and wind turbines. 

The STEESMAT system has the potential to cut emissions by up to 40% - this marks a major technological breakthrough and places European industries at the forefront of sustainable maritime innovation.