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Shipping
Technology
type Technology Technology descriptionTechnology
readiness
level (TRL) TRL rationale Use cases Use case source(s) Engine type
Battery Redox flow
batteries
(RFBs)Flow batteries, also known as
redox flow batteries, are a type
of rechargeable battery that uses
two separate liquid solutions,
called electrolytes, to store energy
chemically. The solutions are stored
in tanks and the energy is generated
by the movement of ions between
the solutions through a membrane.
Flow batteries have the potential to
have a much larger energy storage
capacity than traditional batteries.Stationary/
grid
applications:
8-9
Maritime
applications:
6Deloitte analysis
Stationary/grid applications
have been deployed and
commercially available. Within
maritime applications, technology
is demonstrated in relevant
environment, early prototypes and
pilot projects.Conoship in the Netherlands and
Vega Reederei in Germany are
utilizing technology from Vanadium
Corp in Canada to develop a next-
generation redox flow battery stack.
It will use a high energy-density
vanadium electrolyte specifically
formulated for marine applications.eMobility
Engineering, 2024.
Redox flow battery
has ships in sight
Hybrid electric
propulsion systems:
these combine
conventional internal
combustion engines
(typically diesel or
gas) with electric
motors and energy
storage, most
commonly batteries.
This integration
enables vessels
to operate using
either the engine,
the electric motor,
or both, managed
by an advanced
energy management
system (EMS).Lithium-ion
batteries
(Li-ion)Lithium-ion batteries are
rechargeable energy storage devices
that operate by moving lithium
ions between a positive electrode
(cathode) and a negative electrode
(anode) through a liquid or gel
electrolyte.9 Deloitte analysis
Li-ion batteries are widely deployed
in commercial marine vessels,
from ferries to support ships. Li-ion
batteries are the current workhorse
for maritime electrification, suitable
for short-sea shipping, ferries and
hybrid vessels.A123 Systems has developed a
range of lithium iron phosphate
(LFP) batteries optimized for marine
transportation applications. A123’s
marine LFP batteries feature
advanced thermal management
systems that maintain optimal
operating temperatures even in
challenging marine conditions.
CATL has developed advanced LFP
batteries specifically designed for
marine applications. CATL’s LFP
batteries for marine use feature
enhanced thermal management
systems to prevent overheating
in confined spaces and utilize a
proprietary cell design that increases
energy density by up to 30%
compared to traditional LFP cells.
Corvus Energy offers a
comprehensive range of marine
battery energy storage and fuel
cell systems. Many of the world’s
first hybrid and electric-powered
maritime vessels use a Corvus
system, including the first all-electric
fast ferry, the first hybrid cruise ship
and the world’s largest fully electric
lightweight Ro-Pax ferry.Eureka, 2024.
Lithium iron
phosphate battery
applications
in marine
transportation
Corvus Energy,
2024. Cruise and
ferry segment
overview
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