Vessel Performance Solutions ApS (VPS), a subsidiary of Ascenz Marorka and part of GTT Group’s smart shipping division, has announced that it has been selected by Harren Group, a family-run shipping conglomerate with a unique portfolio of maritime project activities, to deploy its advanced performance management platform, VESPER, across the company’s fleet of 30 vessels.
VESPER is a state-of-the-art vessel performance management platform designed to offer comprehensive monitoring of ship operations. The platform collects and processes data automatically from on-board sensors, generating detailed performance reports as well as compliance reports to meet environmental and emission standards. This solution will help the Harren Group enhance the operational efficiency, energy management, and emissions control across its fleet, contributing significantly to its sustainability and performance goals.
Optimizing Fleet Performance and Reducing Administrative Workload
One of the key advantages of VESPER is its ability to automate processes, significantly reducing the administrative burden for Harren Group’s crew. By converting raw performance data into actionable insights, the system enables real-time decision-making, allowing for enhanced operational efficiency and reduced manual checks. Both shore-based personnel and seafarers will benefit from improved data quality and a reduction in the time spent on manual tasks, enabling them to focus more on critical operational needs.
Supporting Sustainability and Energy Efficiency
The deployment of VESPER aligns with Harren Group’s commitment to improving the energy efficiency of its fleet and reducing GHG emissions. By integrating advanced data analytics and performance monitoring into daily operations, the company aims to make substantial strides towards achieving its sustainability goals, while also enhancing operational performance.
Jesper Dalsgaard Rasmussen, Commercial Director of VPS, shared his thoughts on the partnership: “At VPS, partnering with the Harren Group represents a significant milestone in supporting their journey towards operational excellence and sustainability. Our expertise in naval architecture, combined with a focus on integrating human factors into digital solutions, will help optimize vessel performance, reduce administrative burdens, and support Harren Group in advancing their business and sustainability objectives.”
Jan-Hendrik Dammann, Deputy Fleet Manager at Harren Group, also commented: “We are pleased to have found a highly experienced partner in VPS who understands our needs and provides the expert solutions that will help us reduce GHG emissions and improve the energy efficiency of our fleet.”
About Harren Group
For nearly 35 years, Harren Group has been a leader in the dynamic world of shipping, providing a wide range of services including heavy-lift shipping, maritime engineering solutions, integrated project logistics, ship management and crewing, commodity logistics, and offshore wind operations. With a strong commitment to sustainability and innovation, Harren Group is dedicated to leading the energy transition and advancing projects that carry loads no one else can.
About Ascenz Marorka
Ascenz Marorka, a subsidiary of GTT Group, is a global leader in providing digital solutions for smart ships. Offering a comprehensive range of innovative platforms for LNG cargo management, emissions monitoring, vessel performance management, and regulatory reporting, Ascenz Marorka helps ship owners and charterers optimize their vessels’ economic and environmental performance.
About GTT
GTT is a technology and engineering group renowned for its expertise in designing and developing cryogenic membrane containment systems for the transport and storage of liquefied gases. Over the past six decades, GTT has pioneered cutting-edge technologies for LNG carriers, floating terminals, and multi-gas carriers. As part of its ongoing commitment to sustainability, GTT also provides solutions to help the maritime industry decarbonize, including LNG fuel systems and innovative digital solutions that optimize vessel performance.
About Vessel Performance Solutions (VPS)
Vessel Performance Solutions (VPS) is a leading provider of advanced vessel performance management systems. As part of Ascenz Marorka and GTT Group’s smart shipping division, VPS offers tools that help ship operators, owners, and managers optimize their fleet’s operational efficiency. The company’s cloud-based platform, VESPER, integrates advanced modeling and analytics to enhance decision support and drive performance improvements across the fleet.
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