ESD Design Services (Energy Saving Device Designs)
Engineering-Driven Solutions for Vessel Energy & Fuel Efficiency
Albion Marine Solutions delivers engineering-led Energy Saving Device (ESD) Design Services to reduce electrical power demand, fuel consumption, and emissions, while maintaining safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance.
Our ESD designs are developed using actual vessel operating data and onboard conditions, ensuring practical, implementable, and verifiable energy savings for both retrofit projects and newbuild vessels.
Why ESD Design Matters
- Reduced fuel consumption through optimized electrical load management
- Lower CO₂ and GHG emissions supporting IMO decarbonization goals
- Improved EEXI and CII performance
- Optimized operation of machinery and auxiliary systems
- Lower long-term operating and maintenance costs
- Improved energy efficiency without compromising redundancy or safety
Regulatory Alignment
Albion ESD designs support compliance with:
- IMO EEXI and CII improvement strategies
- SEEMP Part III technical efficiency measures
- IMO GHG Emission Reduction Strategy
- Applicable Class and Flag State requirements
All designs support auditable technical documentation.
Inputs Required
To develop vessel-specific ESD solutions, Albion works with owners and managers to obtain:
- Vessel particulars, trade pattern, and operational profile
- Electrical load lists and power generation data
- Machinery, auxiliary systems, and control arrangements
- Fuel and power consumption records (where available)
- SLDs, system schematics, PMS/AMS details, and class requirements
Albion can assist with onboard data collection and energy assessments if required.
Albion Scope of Services
- Energy assessment and baseline performance analysis
- Identification of ESD opportunities for machinery and auxiliaries
- Retrofit and newbuild feasibility evaluation
- Vessel-specific engineering design and recommendations
- Cost-benefit and energy-saving potential assessment
- Implementation and performance validation support
Key Deliverables
- ESD design concept and engineering report
- Estimated fuel and electrical energy savings
- CO₂ and GHG emission reduction assessment
- Implementation and retrofit guidance
- Inputs for SEEMP and CII technical records
- Class and Flag support documentation
Why Albion Marine Solutions
- Engineering-first, data-driven approach
- Vessel-specific, practical ESD designs
- Strong expertise in shipboard electrical and auxiliary systems
- Proven retrofit and newbuild experience
- Independent, OEM-neutral technical consultancy
How Albion Helps You
Albion partners with owners and managers to deliver practical, compliance-ready ESD solutions that achieve measurable energy savings, improve CII performance, and prepare vessels for future decarbonization requirements.
Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) Solutions
Smart Motor Control for Energy-Efficient Vessels
Albion Marine Solutions provides engineering-driven Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) solutions to optimize electrical power consumption on board vessels. VFDs regulate motor speed by varying supply voltage and frequency, allowing motors to operate according to actual load demand rather than at constant full speed. This results in substantial energy savings, improved reliability, and reduced operating costs.
Why VFDs Matter in Marine Applications
- Reduction in electrical power consumption.
- Lower fuel consumption for power generation.
- Reduced mechanical and electrical stress on motors.
- Extended equipment life and improved system reliability.
- Smooth starting and stopping of motors.
- Reduced emissions and improved environmental performance.
Typical VFD Applications Onboard
- Pumps (ballast, cooling, fire, utility).
- Fans, blowers, and ventilation systems.
- HVAC systems.
- Engine room auxiliary machinery.
- Air compressors.
- Cargo handling and auxiliary systems.
Albion VFD Engineering Scope
Albion delivers practical and vessel-specific VFD solutions through:
- Evaluation of motor-driven systems based on actual load profiles.
- Identification of optimal VFD application points.
- Technical support for VFD selection, sizing, and specification.
- Integration with existing electrical, automation, and control systems.
- Support during installation, commissioning, and performance verification.
Key Benefits
- Improved energy efficiency and reduced operating costs.
- Lower maintenance requirements and extended machinery life.
- Enhanced process control and operational flexibility.
- Reduced downtime through smooth acceleration and deceleration.
- Increased reliability and safety of electrical systems.
Energy Efficiency & Regulatory Support
Albion supports shipowners by evaluating power and fuel savings achieved through VFD installations and assessing their impact on:
- Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index (EEXI)
- Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII)
Albion Marine Solutions
Albion Marine Solutions offers end-to-end VFD solutions, covering supply, engineering, retrofit, and newbuild integration. Our focus is on reliability, safety, and measurable energy efficiency, enabling vessel operators to reduce costs and improve sustainability through proven motor control technology. Albion’s VFD solutions apply to newbuild vessels and retrofit projects, offering immediate and measurable efficiency improvements.
Energy Efficiency Management Plan (EEMP / SEEMP Support)
Engineering-Led Management of Vessel Energy Performance
Albion Marine Solutions provides technical Energy Efficiency Management and SEEMP support to assist shipowners and managers in meeting IMO EEXI, CII, and SEEMP requirements while improving real operational energy performance.
Our methodology is data-driven, vessel-specific, and aligned with actual operating conditions, ensuring compliance without generic or non-practical documentation.
Regulatory Drivers
Energy Efficiency Management supports compliance with:
- IMO SEEMP (Part I – Planning, Part II – Monitoring, Part III – Corrective Action)
- IMO EEXI technical compliance
- IMO CII operational performance requirements
- IMO GHG Reduction Strategy
- Flag State and Classification Society requirements
Albion Technical Scope
Albion delivers structured Energy Efficiency Management through:
- Review and validation of vessel energy and fuel consumption data
- Assessment of operational and technical efficiency parameters
- Identification of technically feasible and operationally achievable efficiency measures
- Development or updating of EEMP / SEEMP documentation
- Definition of performance indicators (fuel, power, speed, CII-related metrics)
- Establishment of monitoring, review, and corrective action processes
Required Inputs
From Owners / Managers
- Vessel particulars and trading profile
- Existing SEEMP / EEMP (if available)
- Historical fuel and voyage performance data
- CII targets and fleet performance objectives
From Vessel
- Noon reports and fuel consumption records
- Main and auxiliary machinery operating data
- Operational practices impacting energy performance
Albion Deliverables
- Vessel-specific Energy Efficiency Management Plan (EEMP / SEEMP)
- Identified and prioritized energy efficiency improvement measures
- Defined monitoring and performance review framework
- Compliance-ready documentation aligned with IMO, Flag, and Class
- Technical recommendations supporting continuous CII performance improvement
Albion Value Proposition
- Engineering-based, non-generic SEEMP solutions
- Clear linkage between technical condition, operations, and compliance
- Practical implementation support for ship staff and managers
- Focus on measurable performance improvement, not documentation alone.
