Tag: Optimization
MEPC 83: Fuel Efficiency at the Heart of Shipping’s Green Transition
. After intense negotiations at MEPC 83 meetings, the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) has agreed to a historic Net-Zero Framework, including a Global Fuel Standard that limits the greenhouse gas (GHG) intensity of fuel and a Global Economic Measure based on emissions pricing and trading. Together, these mechanisms aim to curb greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by […]
Read ArticleMay 6, 2025
Kumiai Navigation enhances fleet performance and ensures regulatory compliance with NAPA Fleet Intelligence
NAPA has collaborated with Kumiai Navigation to deliver comprehensive vessel performance analytics for its fleet of 19 LPG and bulk carriers, reinforcing its decarbonization goals. By customizing NAPA Fleet Intelligence to their needs, NAPA empowered Kumiai Navigation to leverage the capabilities of its fleets, accurately evaluate and report on fuel consumption and emissions, and develop […]
Read ArticleApril 30, 2025
MEPC 82: Progress Improves the Case for Voyage Optimization
. The International Maritime Organization’s 82nd Marine Environment Protection Committee meeting (IMO MEPC 82) took place in October 2024 – and the headline discussions were on a global carbon levy and a goal-based international marine fuel standard, while tangible decisions were also made on new Emissions Control Areas (ECAs) and improvements to CII were […]
Read ArticleNovember 19, 2024
How to maximize the efficiency of wind-assisted ships
As the maritime industry seeks to reduce its carbon footprint and comply with stricter environmental regulations, wind propulsion is emerging as a promising solution to significantly reduce fuel consumption and emissions from ships. However, harnessing wind power is not just about installing sails, wings, or kites – it’s also about navigating the inherent […]
Read ArticleOctober 3, 2024
Five actions to improve operational efficiency in shipping
The Global Maritime Forum’s latest Ambition Statement on Operational Efficiency, of which NAPA is a signatory, outlines five key areas where the shipping industry can act today to substantially reduce its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. This is a powerful reminder that much progress on decarbonization can be low-risk, high reward, and high impact – if […]
Read ArticleOctober 19, 2023
MEPC 80 has spoken, but what shipping does next will speak loudest
The full outcome of the IMO’s historic agreement on shipping’s decarbonization will be defined by what the industry decides to do next. Although not as categorical as many had hoped, the new strategy’s enhanced ambition calls for immediate action – and a lot can be done already. It may not be perfect, but the IMO’s […]
Read ArticleAugust 10, 2023
Eight tips for ferries to manage safety and efficiency
From multi-story waterparks and sky-high rollercoasters to mid-air suspended restaurants and massive racetracks onboard – cruise ships are going from big to behemothic every day. And keeping them afloat is no joke. That said, smaller ferries and passenger ships, too, have their own unique set of safety and efficiency challenges that need equally unique solutions. […]
Read ArticleApril 19, 2023
Joint NAPA-ClassNK research with Marubeni finds that voyage optimization can reduce emissions by 7.3% and extend CII compliance by up to three years
New study on real-life fleet shows that voyage optimization enables ships to reduce their emissions by 7.3% and maintain their CII ratings for an additional two to three years, giving shipowners precious decision-making time on decarbonization measures. Helsinki (Finland) and Tokyo (Japan) – 14 February 2023: NAPA, a maritime software and data analysis expert, and […]
Read ArticleFebruary 14, 2023
A fair, data-powered solution to solve sail-fast-then-wait and reduce emissions
The Blue Visby project is demonstrating that shipowners, charterers and ports can improve their environmental performance by eliminating the sail-fast-then-wait sailing practice, without compromising commercially sensitive data. In fact, a surprisingly small amount of commercial data, in addition to data that is already publicly available, is all that is required – it’s collaboration and a […]
Read ArticleSeptember 26, 2022
Information hub: Advancing ship design innovation and solving practical challenges
From automated design optimization and information sharing, to a fully 3D design and approval process, we’re constantly working with our partners to find new ways to improve the design process.
Read ArticleSeptember 20, 2022