The 11th episode of Heesen’s YachtTalk deep dives into the topic of how to develop yachts with cleaner, more efficient propulsion. Hydrogen remains a focal point, but there are plenty of effective short-term solutions to meet emissions targets. To meet the requirements, however, the industry first needs to...
The 11th episode of Heesen’s YachtTalk deep dives into the topic of how to develop yachts with cleaner, more efficient propulsion. Hydrogen remains a focal point, but there are plenty of effective short-term solutions to meet emissions targets. To meet the requirements, however, the industry first needs to fundamentally change the way we approach energy in yachting. Host Charlotte Kan is joined by Tobias Kohl, director of Application Engineering for Marine at MTU/Rolls-Royce Power Systems – a leading expert in the field of hybrid drive systems and exhaust after-treatment solutions – and Pieter Dijkstra, owner of Green Tech Invest, an independent consultant for electric energy systems, and a pioneer in marine hybrid propulsion.
Forerunners In 2021, MTU/Rolls-Royce Power Systems celebrated the 25th anniversary of its Series 2000 and Series 4000 engines, the first of which were installed on board Heesen yachts. Liaising with and educating owners and shipyards on the possibilities around cleaner propulsion systems is part and parcel of Tobias Kohl’s daily routine. He points out that much of what we rely upon in the marine industry has been learned from the automotive sector.
“Most of the technologies that we have on board yachts today have come from automotive,” says Kohl. “From exhaust after-treatment systems to hybrid installations, these types of innovations happened in the car industry first. Our job is to transfer those developments to the marine industry and make it fit the relevant market needs.”
This Superyacht Guide item is an original editorial summary based on the official Heesen Yachts news release.
Image source: Heesen Yachts official news release.