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Platform energy efficiency study for EDA
BMT Defence Services Ltd, a subsidiary of BMT Group Ltd, has successfully completed an Overall Platform Energy Efficiency
Study for the European Defence Agency (EDA). The study sought to identify the most effective means of reducing energy
consumption onboard a naval vessel, with the aim of improving energy efficiency on a whole ship basis. BMT took a cross-
national boundary approach, under the umbrella of the EDA. Twenty or so companies from a number of European nations
were involved.
The study aimed to accelerate technologies into implementation and is unique in taking a holistic approach. Whole
platform efficiency overrode sub-system or technology benefit realisation – making practicality part of the criteria rather
than mere potential.
Candidate technologies were identified and those with merit subjected to roadmap definition. Innovative technological
approaches to requirements were adopted. A range of concepts based on sound engineering knowledge and empirical
evidence were assessed alongside emerging technologies. Existing and future technologies which have the potential to
improve energy efficiency of platforms were studied.
Reviewing in excess of 100 candidate technologies, 16 were identified as worthy of serious further consideration. Detailed
analyses were then carried out, with reference to four ship types: small and large surface combatants, a large amphibious
assault ship and a fleet tanker auxiliary.
Ships’ energy demands are dictated by the cumulative power requirements of component systems, electrical,
mechanical, and propulsion. Rising fuel prices caused by the dynamics of the hydrocarbon fuel market drive the
requirement for more efficient forms of energy consumption. The study objectives were to assess technologies that had merit
and potential for improvement and define how these can be developed for integration into platforms in the near future.
Technology roadmaps were created for those which may most benefit from further development.
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