MOL develops fuel oil additive to lower CO2 emissions from ships

MITSUI OSK Lines (MOL) says it has developed a carbon dioxide reducing and efficiency boosting fuel additive for merchant ships, in conjunction with Japanese fuel additive manufacturer Taihokohzai.
MOL said in a company statement that it will use the new additive, called Taicrush HD, on its operated vessels to reduce the environmental impact of its operations.
Taicrush HD is said to improve the ignition performance and sludge (carbon and sediment) dispersion in heavy fuel oils
"It reduces ignition delay and afterburning time by more than 30 per cent. Compared to conventional fuel oil additives for large-scale vessels, Taicrush HD promotes improved combustion and reduced fuel consumption," MOL said.