ABB has compiled its 'Generations' series for 2025 into a comprehensive publication, offering an in-depth analysis of energy efficiency and digitalisation in a crucial year for maritime decarbonisation.
Generations 2025 delves into how industry demands, research, technological advancements, and regulatory decisions have influenced both the opportunities and obstacles faced by maritime stakeholders as they pursue a greener transition.
Latest advancements in maritime solutions
This year's Generations articles emphasise the latest advancements in market-ready solutions
This year's Generations articles emphasise the latest advancements in market-ready solutions, the effects of measures, such as greenhouse gas (GHG) pricing, and innovations expanding options for future maritime operations.
The publication also highlights ABB’s efforts to provide ship owners with fuel-agnostic flexibility that prioritises optimal energy efficiency, minimal emissions, and cost-effectiveness.
Enhancing ship efficiency and emissions profiles
Generations 2025 offers insights into digital tools that enhance ship efficiency and emissions profiles. The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is examined, particularly in its role in boosting productivity and safety within ports.
Additionally, the evolving relationship between automation and seafarers is explored, illustrating how 'digital crew' complement, rather than replace, human capabilities on board ships.
The publication also considers regulatory measures designed to promote ship efficiency, particularly in addressing environmental issues such as underwater radiated noise (URN).
Impact of Onboard DC Grid™ System
Significant contributions within the publication focus on the Onboard DC Grid™ power system
Significant contributions within the publication focus on the Onboard DC Grid™ power system, which reduces fuel consumption and emissions while enhancing safety and efficiency through ABB’s innovative dynamic positioning control system.
Looking ahead, it features the latest testing of the ABB Dynafin™ propulsion solution, while a series of articles discusses ABB’s efforts to integrate cutting-edge, low-emission power technologies like fuel cells and Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) into maritime operations.
Embracing alternative energy sources
While remaining compatible with conventional technologies and supportive of new fuels, ABB’s solutions in electrification, automation, and digitalisation contribute to creating a more efficient and sustainable maritime industry.
In 2025, Generations unites the collaborative thinking necessary to achieve efficiency and environmental responsibility in maritime activities.
