Identify emerging maritime fuel efficiency and carbon reduction technologies

Business Challenge

Rio Tinto is seeking technology, research and development partners to implement emerging technologies that will increase vessel efficiency and reduce carbon output.

Solutions Sought

Rio Tinto operates a fleet of more than 230 ships that transport millions of tonnes of product across multiple continents.  As one of the largest dry bulk shippers in the world, Rio Tinto recognises the opportunity to accelerate the path to net zero marine emissions. Vessel efficiency gains will be a critical part of the solution, complimenting alternative fuels.

Two of the vessels will soon be available as floating testbeds. Rio Tinto plans to retrofit them during their upcoming dry dock so they can trial the most promising solutions discovered.

Submissions

Submissions for this challenge close 7 July 2022. For more information and to submit your solution, visit the Rio Tinto Pioneer Portal.