MAN Energy Solutions has signed a letter of commitment (LOC) with ship manager Anglo-Eastern at its Hong Kong head office to supply and install its overridable power limitation (OPL) devices
In preparation for the upcoming EEXI regulation, MAN has developed retrofit technologies to satisfy vessels in need of an OPL scheme, both for its MC- and ME- engines.
OPL’s development was spurred on by the introduction of IMO’s MEPC 335(76) regulation that will require vessels already in service to meet the Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index (EEXI). The regulation is due to enter into force January 2023.
OPL restricts the engine’s maximum power thus reducing fuel consumption – produced by prime movers to a lower value than what was originally designed and certified for – and resultant carbon emissions.
Anglo-Eastern asked for suggestions of suitable ways to implement technologies to vessels in its fleet in need of a retrofit.
According to MAN, Anglo-Eastern operates approximately 300 vessels requiring an OPL service, spanning mechanical and electronically controlled engines.
Anglo-Eastern Univan Group chief operating officer Carsten Ostenfeldt said, “It was important for us to have a solution for our customers and vessels that was timely and cost competitive. We knew pressure would build up across the many vessels in the world in need of an OPL solution, which is why we wanted to be an early mover to ensure sufficient capacity for the retrofit of our vessels.”
MAN Energy Solutions Hong Kong managing director and head of MAN PrimeServ, Marine & Power (APAC), Sarath Prasannan said, “The Anglo-Eastern Group is a key account for MAN Energy Solutions and is well prepared in its approach to meeting the IMO regulatory requirements due to come into effect in 2023. We will work together with Anglo-Eastern in ensuring the engines in its fleet have the latest class approval and access to tamper-proof EEXI compliant solutions.”
