Silverstream, a company specializing in air lubrication technology for ships, announced that its proprietary performance assessment methodology has undergone independent evaluation by the classification society RINA. RINA issued a statement concluding that Silverstream's methodology is appropriate for evaluating and quantifying the energy efficiencies gained from its air lubrication system while in service.
This endorsement provides a credible, third-party verification of the system's effectiveness in reducing fuel consumption. For freight forwarders and shippers, the adoption of such verified energy-saving technologies by carriers can contribute to more sustainable supply chains and potentially lead to lower bunker surcharges in the long term, as vessels become more fuel-efficient. It also supports broader industry goals for decarbonization.
Silverstream's methodology encompasses an initial performance estimate, a detailed assessment, short-term analysis during sea trials, and long-term analysis throughout the vessel's operational life, with continuous system optimization based on advanced data.
