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The use of fuel in maritime transport is in an adaptation process that, in , will reach its ground zero. The predicted changes, in turn, are justified by the global effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Therefore, it is up to professionals working in this trade to adapt their operations as soon as possible, considering that there is little time left until the start of the new year. To bring more information about this new phase to come, we had the participation of Márcio Castro, director of operations at Wilson Sons Rebo cadores. We also had the presence of Renato Graça Couto, Chartering and Project Division of Hansa Mayer Global . What are the new requirements for fuel in maritime transport? According to the Ministry of the Environment , sulfur dioxide (SO2) is one of the most harmful gases originating from human activities.
It results from the burning of fossil fuels and phone number data in addition to contributing to aggravating the greenhouse effect, causes serious respiratory problems. Therefore, an effort is necessary to mitigate or neutralize the emission of this substance into the atmospheric air. According to Márcio Castro, this is the purpose of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), that is, to reduce the concentration of this material in fuel in maritime transport . According to the expert, the body determines that “fuels used by ships and smaller vessels may only contain 0.5% sulfur in their composition from January 1, . This is the guidance from IMO, an agency of the UN that deals with safety issues in the maritime industry and the reduction of marine and atmospheric pollution.
Castro adds that the regulation had already been published in . In other words, since then, companies operating in international and fuel trade have been adapting until the obligation was introduced. Currently, the agency allows the use of fuels containing up to 3.5% sulfur in their composition. With the reduction in this content, it is expected that there will be a significant reduction in the emission of greenhouse gases, thus contributing to the achievement of the UN climate goals. What are the benefits of the change? Changes in specifications for fuel production in maritime transport bring the immediate benefit of reducing the environmental impact of navigation. However, according to Renato Graça Couto, it is possible that there will be some gains in operating costs in the long term. As the engines will be burning better quality fuel, this could reduce vessel maintenance costs.
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发表于 2023-10-9 16:14:09