Advances in Maritime Decarbonization: Technologies and Operations Towards Zero-Emission Ports and Vessels
A special issue of Journal of Marine Science and Engineering (ISSN 2077-1312). This special issue belongs to the section "Ocean Engineering".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 January 2026 | Viewed by 91
Special Issue Editor
Interests: vehicle emissions; diesel engines internal combustion engines ships; emission; NOx; mechanical engineering; maritime energy efficiency
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The maritime sector is currently undergoing a pivotal transformation in response to climate goals, regulatory pressure, and technological advancement. Ports and ships are significant contributors to greenhouse gas emissions and local air pollution, prompting an urgent transition towards low-carbon and zero-emission solutions. This Special Issue aims to explore the most recent scientific, technical, and developments contributing to the decarbonization of maritime activities, with a special focus on the operational interfaces between ships and ports.
We welcome original research articles, reviews, and case studies that address innovative propulsion systems, low- and zero-emission fuels (e.g., LNG, hydrogen, ammonia, advanced biofuels), electrification and hybridization, renewable energy integration in port infrastructure, digital optimization tools, emission inventories, regulatory frameworks, and the implications of decarbonization efforts.
We will particularly focus on real-world applications and interdisciplinary approaches combining engineering, environmental science, and analysis, and aim to provide a platform for both established and emerging researchers to share findings that support the maritime sector’s energy transition.
This Special Issue will also serve as a reference for decision-makers and industry stakeholders, offering insights into implementation and opportunities for innovation. It will be organized within the framework of the JMSE Special Issue Mentor Program, fostering collaboration between senior and junior scholars to strengthen academic leadership in the field.
Prof. Dr. Juan Moreno-Gutiérrez
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- maritime decarbonization
- zero-emission ports
- low-carbon fuels
- hydrogen and ammonia
- maritime energy transition
- emission inventories
- port sustainability
- green shipping
- ship–port interface
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