As the shipping industry works towards lower-carbon operations, improving energy efficiency across our existing fleets remains an important and immediate focus.

While alternative fuels will be central to long-term decarbonisation, efficiency measures can deliver more immediate reductions in fuel consumption and emissions. At Peninsula, ongoing work is focused on assessing a range of opportunities to improve the performance across our diverse fleet.

This includes a structured programme to evaluate potential upgrades and operational improvements, rather than the implementation of a single set of solutions. A key focus is better measurement. Many older vessels lack the sensors required to track fuel consumption accurately, and work is underway with suppliers to improve visibility and data quality.

Alongside this, we are exploring a range of technical and operational approaches. These include hull cleaning to reduce resistance, as well as the potential for oil purification systems, fuel injection improvements and LNG efficiency enhancements to support engine performance. For larger vessels, technologies such as rigid sails are also being assessed.

Voyage optimisation is another area of interest, with ongoing research into weather routing and planning tools aimed at reducing unnecessary vessel movements and waiting times. Depending on vessel type and operating conditions, such measures have the potential to deliver fuel savings in the range of 5–15%.

“There is no single solution when it comes to energy efficiency. Our approach is to assess a range of options and identify where they can make a practical difference across our operations,” said Maria Angeles Lopez, Peninsula’s Decarbonisation Manager.