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Solutions for shipping

Green propulsion for long routes!

Start the maritime energy transition now.

East Energy Group

Challenges

in shipping

Stricter emission standards

  • IMO regulations, FuelEU Maritime, and EU ETS make fossil fuel propulsion uneconomical

  • Ports increasingly require emission-free layovers

  • Shipping companies under pressure from customers and certifications (ESG, Scope 3)

Lack of infrastructure for alternative fuels

  • No nationwide supply of eMethanol, LNG, or H₂

  • Tank logistics are complex, especially for inland waterway transport

  • Shore power connection only available in a few ports

High dependence on diesel and heavy fuel oil

  • Volatile fuel prices

  • Environmental regulations increase port fees and operating costs

  • Conversion is expensive and technically challenging

Investment uncertainty & lack of partners

  • Switch to alternative propulsion systems without a clear return model

  • Complex requirements for ship technology, logistics, and supply

  • Shipowners and port operators often left to their own devices

Our solutions for shipping

eMethanol as a maritime fuel

  • Supply of green eMethanol (own PtX production & partner network)

  • Scalable refueling solutions for ports & inland transshipment points

  • Mobile refueling stations for flexible supply

Shore power & port energy supply

  • Planning & construction of shore power systems for emission-free layovers

  • Integration of PV & storage in port areas

  • Direct supply via green PPA electricity models

Energy supply for electric ships & hybrid solutions

  • Charging infrastructure for electrically powered inland waterway vessels & ferries

  • Combined solutions with eMethanol + battery for long distances

  • Technical consulting for retrofitting & new construction

Funding advice & project development

  • Support with BEHG, NIP, climate protection agreements & EU funds

  • Planning and implementation of the entire supply chain

  • Cooperation with shipping companies, port operators & shipyards

Typical application examples

in shipping

Supplying an inland waterway vessel with eMethanol instead of diesel

Solutions:

Conversion of an existing inland waterway vessel to dual-fuel technology for operation with green eMethanol. Continuous supply via mobile tank containers and local PtX partners.

 

Result:

Up to 90% CO₂ savings compared to diesel operation. Reliable operation, low emissions, eligible for funding through climate protection agreements or national subsidy programs. No more dependence on fossil fuels.

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Shore power supply for seagoing vessels in port

Solutions:

Construction of a shore power facility with grid connection, transformer station, and intelligent load control for seagoing vessels in port (11–22 kV). Supply of green electricity from local renewable energy plants or PPAs.

 

Result:

Zero emissions during layover, drastic reduction of noise, nitrogen oxides, and particulate matter in the port environment. Compliance with international regulations (IMO, EU FuelEU Maritime).

Charging infrastructure for electric harbor boats and ferries

Solution:

Installation of DC fast charging stations on jetties with battery storage buffering and PV feed-in. Integration of a booking system and charging prioritization via app.

 

Result:

Climate-neutral short-distance transport on water. Stable energy supply even when multiple ships are in operation simultaneously. Positive image effect and CO₂ savings in urban transport.

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Energy self-sufficient port infrastructure through PV + storage

Solution:

Installation of large-scale PV systems on warehouses, quay walls, or parking lots, coupled with storage solutions to supply port cranes, administrative buildings, lighting, and charging infrastructure.

 

Result:

Electricity cost savings of up to 60%, off-grid operation of critical port infrastructure, improved sustainability balance – both for operators and local companies.

Our technologies in use

  • eMethanol-Tanklösungen (stationär & mobil)

  • Shore Power-Systeme (11–22 kV, mit Netzpufferung)

  • Batteriespeicher & Schnellladesysteme

  • PtX-Erzeugung & Logistiklösungen

  • Maritime Steuerungssysteme (Hybridmanagement)

Ihre Vorteile mit East Energy

Complete supply solutions – fuel, electricity, infrastructure

Security of supply through in-house eMethanol production

Support & financing included

Technical integration on ship and land

Ideal for pioneers of the maritime energy transition

Switch to emission-free shipping! East Energy supplies the fuel of the future.

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