The ARISE project is advancing steadily toward its full-scale sea trials, with a critical milestone now underway: the construction and validation of the near-field measurement chain. This complex system is designed to capture key environmental data during the first seconds and minutes following a controlled ammonia release at sea. Data are essential for validating models and informing emergency response strategies. A modular design The near-field measurement chain is engineer

The ARISE project continues to make major strides toward improving safety and environmental preparedness for ammonia bunkering operations. A key focus of the initiative is Work Package 5, which is dedicated to developing and refining predictive models that simulate the behavior of ammonia releases at sea, both in near-field and far-field scenarios. Objectives Thought its WP5, ARISE aims to produce robust models that can predict how ammonia behaves when accidentally released i

As part of its mission to improve maritime safety in the context of the energy transition, the ARISE project is moving forward with the deployment of detection systems to monitor ammonia behavior during controlled releases at sea. These technologies, tested throughout Work Packages 3 and 4, will play a central role in the upcoming experimental campaigns. Ammonia is considered a promising alternative fuel for decarbonizing maritime transport, but its use requires robust safety

ITOCHU Corporation and Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL) have announced the signing of a Joint Development Agreement (JDA) to conduct ammonia bunkering demonstrations, marking a significant step in accelerating the adoption of low-emission marine fuels. This collaboration comes amid growing momentum to decarbonize international shipping, as the International Maritime Organization (IMO) continues discussions on regulatory measures aiming for net-zero GHG emissions from internati

Lloyd’s Register published in March 2024 the second report in its “Fuel for Thought” series, focusing on ammonia as a clean fuel for the maritime industry. The report provides a comprehensive analysis of ammonia's potential in the maritime energy transition, including safety considerations, production, supply chain, and technology readiness. The report highlights ammonia’s inherent safety and toxicity risks, offering key considerations for its use as fuel, while also addressi

A recent study published in the Journal of Physics Conference Series titled "Risk assessment of gas plume dispersion in bunkering of alternative fuel through validated computational fluid dynamics approach" (October 2024) explores the risks of accidental leakages during the bunkering of alternative fuels such as hydrogen, methanol, and ammonia. As the maritime industry moves toward decarbonization, the adoption of low-carbon fuels is seen as a critical step in reducing greenh

EMSA has released a comprehensive two-part study titled "Study Investigating the Safety of Ammonia as Fuel on Ships", examining the key hazards and reliability of ammonia as a marine fuel. Full study available on EMSA’s website: https://emsa.europa.eu/publications/reports/item/5264-study-investigating-the-safety-of-ammonia-as-fuel-on-ships.html Part 1 focuses on ammonia's toxicity and corrosivity, identifying it as a significant occupational hazard, with toxicity levels start

We would to inform you about the release of the second part of the study on the safety of hydrogen as fuel on ships, conducted for the European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA). This latest installment delves into the reliability and safety analysis of equipment and safety-critical systems used in hydrogen-powered vessels. The findings include a detailed analysis of potential failure modes and provide a solid foundation for creating a risk modelling framework for hydrogen-fuelle

The 10th session of the IMO Sub-Committee on Carriage of Cargoes and Containers (CCC 10), held from September 16-20, 2024, finalized interim guidelines for the use of ammonia as fuel. This marks a significant milestone as ammonia gains traction as a potential clean fuel for the maritime sector. The guidelines will provide functional requirements for vessels using ammonia, although detailed provisions are still under development. These interim guidelines aim to address safety

We are excited to announce that the ARISE Project had a successful Kick-Off Meeting (KoM) with our esteemed sponsors on May 2, 2024. This important event marked the official commencement of our collaborative efforts towards enhancing the safety and sustainability of ammonia transport. Meeting Highlights: Introduction to ARISE: Project leaders provided an in-depth overview of ARISE’s objectives, challenges, and expected outcomes. Sponsor Contributions: Our sponsors, including