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In a bold move to decarbonize one of the world’s most polluting industries, Atal Solutions has kicked off a $123.7 million green retrofitting project alongside Damen Shipyards Group, Blue Astra Maritime Shipping, and a consortium of strategic partners. The goal? Transform the global shipping fleet with breakthrough technologies that slash emissions, boost fuel efficiency, and redefine what’s possible in sustainable maritime transport.
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Currently underway in Istanbul, the project is retrofitting four vessels with advanced green tech that has already delivered more than 25% fuel savings in early trials. The upgrades aim to reduce CO₂, SOₓ, and NOₓ emissions, while nearly eliminating onboard waste. Each ship’s dry docking phase is expected to take just four weeks — thanks in part to the operational expertise and agility of local partner Besiktas Group.
This project brings together 10 integrated technologies, including:
But it’s not just the tech that makes this initiative groundbreaking — it’s the financing model. With $105.2M covered by supplier credit, shipowners only need to contribute 15% equity. Recognized by Global Trade Review (GTR) as one of the Best Deals of 2024, Atal’s financing structure addresses a major roadblock for sustainable shipping: the inability of second-hand vessels to access capital for green upgrades.
"The industry doesn’t need vague commitments — it needs real action," said Edwin Sieswerda, Founder and Managing Director of Atal Solutions. "We’re proving that large-scale sustainability is not just a climate imperative — it’s a smart business decision."
As regulatory pressure mounts through mechanisms like the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS) and carbon credits, shipowners are looking for solutions that deliver both compliance and ROI. This project does both — cutting costs while enabling compliance with tightening climate policies.
Rutger van Dam, Business Development Manager at Damen Shipyards Group, echoed the mission:
"We’re not just building ships — we’re building a future. This is about more than innovation; it’s about setting a global precedent for sustainability in trade."
With plans to expand this model to more shipowners globally, Atal Solutions is turning a single project into a replicable platform for transformation. The next phase of retrofits begins this June in Istanbul — a major milestone in the push toward greener seas.
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