Marine

With nearly two decades of experience in energy efficiency in shipping, Orcan Energy develops innovative, modular waste heat recovery solutions for ships. The efficiency PACK modules, specially designed for maritime applications, are compact, scalable and ideally suited for use in the demanding conditions on board. They are resistant to strong vibrations, shock loads and high ambient temperatures in engine rooms.

Orcan Energy's maritime waste heat utilisation systems convert unused waste heat from exhaust gas and cooling systems into clean, emission-free electricity. This enables ship operators and shipping companies to significantly reduce fuel consumption, lower operating costs and sustainably reduce their CO₂ emissions.

Our marine modules for increasing energy efficiency have been specifically developed with current and future IMO regulations such as EEXI (Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index) and CII (Carbon Intensity Indicator) in mind. At the same time, they support shipowners in preparing for the upcoming EU FuelEU Maritime regulation, which will come into force in 2025.

Thanks to plug-and-play integration, Orcan Energy modules can be easily integrated into existing on-board energy systems. Ship operators benefit from lower fuel costs, improved energy efficiency, reduced emissions and future-proof adaptation to changing maritime environmental and climate regulations.

An ORC cycle operates inside the efficiency PACK: the evaporator transfers the waste heat to the efficiency PACK. This heats the pressurised working medium, which is then fed as superheated steam to the expansion machine. The steam drives the expansion engine and thus the generator, which produces electricity. The gaseous working medium is liquefied in the condenser, releasing residual heat into the ambient air. The now liquid working medium is brought to high pressure in the pump. This closes the cycle and starts it all over again.