Atlantic Towing Limited has marked a major step in its decarbonisation strategy with the successful retrofit of its Platform Supply Vessel, Atlantic Shrike.
The vessel has been fitted with Vard Electro’s SeaQ Energy Storage System (ESS), achieving 11% fuel savings and cutting 362 tonnes of CO₂ in 2024 alone.
As shipping faces growing pressure to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the project demonstrates how battery retrofits can modernise offshore fleets without compromising reliability.
Operating on the Grand Banks off Newfoundland and Labrador, Atlantic Shrike required a robust solution to withstand extreme conditions while boosting efficiency.
The battery enables the vessel to optimise power use, particularly during low-load operations such as harbour manoeuvres and docking.
By reducing generator use at inefficient loads, the system lowers emissions, fuel consumption and noise, enhancing crew comfort and extending engine maintenance intervals.
The retrofit highlights how targeted investment can cut emissions while extending vessel performance and operational value.
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