Pioneering clean energy company MarineSolar Energy Solutions
has conducted a pilot trial of its advanced NanoDeck photovoltaic (PV) energy system on RTM Cook, a Rio Tinto-owned vessel, as part of a non-commercial evaluation of the technology in real-world marine conditions*.
The trial marks a significant step in testing MarineSolar’s proprietary energy-saving PV technologies – the company’s NanoDeck system is designed to deliver robust, retrofittable renewable power for ships both at sea and in port, reducing reliance on fossil fuels – under some of the most challenging real-world marine conditions.
Over several months at sea, the system has demonstrated exceptional durability, withstanding powerful waves and high winds, while continuing to operate and transmit data. Early results confirm the technology’s potential to reduce fuel consumption, offering ship operators both carbon reduction and access to renewable power onboard.
Commenting on the project, Nigel Marc Roberts, CEO of MarineSolar Energy Solutions, said: “The opportunity to trial our technology on a working carrier has been invaluable for evaluating the system in real-world conditions. The data we’ve gathered will inform the next phase of our technology development.”
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