South Korean ship operator HMM has announced that 99% of its owned vessels are placed to keep sailing under the IMO CII (Carbon Intensity Indicator) regulation.
This outcome resulted from the verification of ‘KR GEARs’, (GHG Emission Authentic Reporting System) which was launched by the Korean Register (KR).
The CII is a measure of a ship’s energy efficiency implemented by IMO, targeting vessels above 5,000gt. It is calculated as CO2 emitted per unit cargo volume (1ton) and nautical mile based on transportation records over the previous year and fuel consumption. CII is rated A, B, C, D, or E (where A is the best). The rating indicates a major superior, minor superior, moderate, minor inferior, or inferior performance level. A ship rated D for three consecutive years, or E, is required to submit a corrective action plan to show how the required index (C or above) would be achieved. IMO plans to apply a CII rating from 2024 based on the performance of vessel operation in 2023.
KR GEARs features GHG online data management, including a real-time CII monitor, CII simulator, and ETS calculator. The platform enables the CII rating to be derived and managed in real time. Users can automatically create their EU MRV Emission Report and IMO DCS Fuel Consumption Report.
The results showed that 99% of HMM’s 67 owned vessels, except for one bulk ship, received a rating from A to D, which is currently allowed for vessel operation. The one bulk ship under the E rating is expected to improve its CII rating by adjusting ship speed and using low-carbon biofuel.
HMM’s CII rating has been primarily led by an 11.1% reduction in port dwell time for its containerships. The efforts on slow-steaming and installing more efficient propellers have contributed to enhancing energy efficiency. In addition, HMM will expand the use of premium anti-fouling paints to decrease ship resistance and will continue to promote alternative clean fuels.
The company believes that responding to climate issues and improving environmental capabilities are key to success for a sustainable future, and HMM will be dedicated to moving faster and better preparing for stricter environmental regulations.
