Sustainable Development and Energy Management of Hybrid Power Systems in Maritime Transport
A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 1 May 2026 | Viewed by 95
Special Issue Editors
Interests: marine dual carbon engines; marine methanol engines; hybrid power systems; energy conversion and energy utilisation; control system simulation technology; electronically controlled fuel injection technology; energy management strategy development
Interests: hybrid power systems; energy management system and strategy development; electro-hydraulic hybrid power systems; energy storage hybrid power systems; energy conversion and energy transfer research
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
As the global maritime sector advances toward green and low-carbon transformation, hybrid power technologies are becoming essential to the development of clean, efficient, and sustainable marine energy systems. This Special Issue of Sustainability, entitled “Sustainable Development and Energy Management of Hybrid Power Systems in Maritime Transport”, focuses on recent progress in multi-energy integration and intelligent energy management within maritime contexts. The aim is to support the transition of shipping toward environmentally friendly and smart operations.
The issue emphasizes the advancement and application of hybrid propulsion technologies, including gas-electric hybrid systems, methanol-fueled hybrids, energy storage-driven hybrid architectures, and multi-energy hybrid configurations. These technologies represent the forefront of clean energy deployment in maritime transport, contributing significantly to improvements in energy efficiency, emissions reduction, and energy security.
Research topics of interest include, but are not limited to:·
- Integration strategies for low- and zero-carbon fuels (e.g., hydrogen, ammonia, methanol) in marine propulsion·
- System architecture design and energy flow optimization for hybrid vessels·
- Applications of energy storage technologies (e.g., batteries, supercapacitors) in maritime energy systems·
- Development of intelligent energy management and ship energy efficiency control systems·
- Utilization of renewable energy sources (e.g., solar, wind) in hybrid propulsion configurations·
- Implementation of digital twin technologies, artificial intelligence, and big data analytics for operational optimization·
- Life cycle assessment, carbon footprint analysis, and techno-economic evaluations of hybrid marine systems
Submissions addressing technical challenges, regulatory frameworks, and standardization in real-world implementation are also encouraged. Case studies and thematic discussions on policy, engineering practices, and industrial applications are welcome.
This Special Issue aims to present a comprehensive view of innovative hybrid energy systems in maritime transport, highlighting engineering feasibility, system integration strategies, and practical pathways from research to deployment. Contributions from academia, industry, and policy research are expected to inform the development of a cleaner, more flexible, and sustainable marine energy ecosystem.
We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Prof. Dr. Chong Yao
Dr. Xiaojun Sun
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- energy integration
- intelligent energy management
- energy management strategies
- sustainable shipping
- marine renewable energy
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