Kongsberg and Shell deliver trim software

Kongsberg Maritime will deliver the Just Add Water System (JAWS) through its digital solution, including the software as an application in the K-IMS suite, a portfolio of specialised applications to support complex operations.

“We are looking forward to seeing JAWS and K-IMS contributing significantly to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and fuel costs for both vessel owners and charterers,” said Egil Haugsdal, president of Kongsberg Maritime.

“The agreement between our companies sets an encouraging example to the industry, showing how shipping can become greener through close collaboration between different actors in the market, contributing to the creation of sustainable, value solutions which benefit everyone.”

The JAWS software uses historical, high-frequency data to determine the optimal conditions on previous voyages which in turn enables the system to advise on how best to enhance a vessel’s draft and trim to reduce fuel consumption and lower emissions. JAWS also monitors and reports live fuel and emissions savings to give real-time insight.

The technology has been developed by Shell in tandem with the University of Southampton. DNV GL has assisted by assessing the methodologies and ensuring that calculations are based on the accurate use of the data. So far the software has been deployed on 50 ships.