The number of exhaust scrubber systems installed on container ships is growing and currently covers 10% of the global fleet by twenty-foot equivalent unit (TEU) capacity, according to maritime consultant Drewry. It said: “If the trend [uptake of scrubbers] intensifies, there could be some side benefits for ocean carriers by restricting supply during 2019.” Several carriers, such as MSC and Evergreen, view the scrubber technology as a more cost-effective option than low-sulphur fuel to comply with the IMO's 0.5% sulphur limit on fuel, which comes into force in 2020. In addition to reducing emissions from shipping, the new regulations will also reduce greenhouse gas emissions, especially those associated with shipping operations that use fossil fuels.
The number of exhaust scrubber systems installed on container ships is growing and currently covers 10% of the global fleet by twenty-foot equivalent unit (TEU) capacity, according to maritime consultant Drewry. Several carriers, such as MSC and Evergreen, view the scrubber technology as a more cost-effective option than low-sulphur fuel to comply with the IMO's 0.5% sulphur limit on fuel, which comes into force in 2020. In addition to reducing emissions from shipping, the new regulations will also reduce greenhouse gas emissions, especially those associated with shipping operations that use fossil fuels.