SINGAPORE - THE Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore on Monday launched an expression of interest inviting proposals for the design and promote full-electric harbour craft in Singapore.
Such reference designs will complement the local research capabilities to develop the full-electric harbour craft for various uses, said MPA. “With common referenced designs and the aggregation of demand, we hope to reduce the upfront premiums and operating costs for new harbour craft. This will also support the development of green financing options and enhance the skills of our maritime workforce,” said MPA’s chief executive Teo Eng Dih.
The suitability of electrification as a decarbonisation pathway depends on several factors, added the authority, including the operating profile and energy requirements of the harbour craft.