Oldendorff Carriers and the University of Strathclyde (UoS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a research center for sustainable shipping at the university in the Glasgow. The center will support international and regional efforts to decarbonize the industry, support the just transition to a sustainable economy, and further enhance operational safety.
The Oldendorff Research Centre for Sustainable Shipping will research the design of highly efficient ships that incorporate innovative technologies; novel, smart, energy-efficient integrated operations; and alternative energy sources. Other areas of interest will include responsible AI-supported data intelligence, digitalization and decision support; and bio-inspired innovative research for zero-emission ships and technologies.
The partnership will also focus on improving human performance at sea and advancing skill development, while strategies to meet the net-zero and interim targets agreed by the International Maritime Organisation will also be a key priority.
“Frustrated by the slow development of significant decarbonisation technologies, Oldendorff feels compelled to invest in academic research with the aim of moving the dry bulk industry forward,” said Oldendorff Carriers’ Director of Research & Development Dr. Torsten Barenthin. “We are pleased to be partnering with the UoS. Their reputation and high global rankings in the fields of naval architecture and ocean engineering speak for itself.”
The University of Strathclyde’s Maritime Human Factors Centre director Professor Osman Turan (left) and Oldendorff’s director of research and development Dr Torsten Barenthin.
Photo: Oldendorff
