On Wednesday 26/2/2020, the research team of the NTUA and the "Demokritos" Research Center of the TRiTON project had the opportunity to attend the annual conference of the European POSEIDON MED II program entitled "LNG: A Compass for Sustainable Shipping in Eastern Mediterranean", organized in the main conference room of the Piraeus Port Authority.
Our researchers had the opportunity to hear about the actions and events observed in the course of adaptation of LNG as a marine fuel, and about the possibilities and best practices that follow and lead to a "non-carbon" future
The TRiTON research team converged at the "Demokritos" ERC facilities on October 15, 2019, to participate in the Safety of LNG Supply at Port Areas workshop. The gathering was a crucial opportunity for experts in the field to share their experiences and insights on how to ensure the safety of LNG operations.
One of the highlights of the workshop was the presentation given by Prof. NTUA Dr. Leopoulos, who talked about the activities of the TRiTON project. He emphasized the necessity of conducting stakeholder analysis during the entire life cycle of an LNG ship bunkering facility. His presentation focused on "Stakeholder Analysis in the Design of LNG Bunkering Facilities." The topic was of utmost importance, as the construction of an LNG bunkering facility requires the involvement of multiple stakeholders. A thorough analysis of the interests and expectations of each stakeholder is crucial in ensuring that the facility meets the needs of all parties involved. Prof. Leopoulos highlighted that by considering stakeholder analysis as an integral part of the design process, the risk management of the facility can be more efficient.
Ms. Livaniou Stella's presentation, "LNG Demand for Ships" was equally insightful. She addressed the growing demand for LNG as a fuel source for various types of ships, from small vessels to massive container ships. The advantages of using LNG as a fuel are numerous, including lower greenhouse gas emissions and reduced operating costs. Ms. Stella emphasized the need to promote the use of LNG as a viable alternative to traditional marine fuels. She cited the International Maritime Organization's (IMO) regulations that mandate the reduction of sulfur emissions in shipping as a critical factor in driving the demand for LNG as a fuel source. She also stressed the importance of addressing the concerns of stakeholders, such as ship operators and fuel suppliers, in promoting the use of LNG as a fuel.
Overall, the Safety of LNG Supply at Port Areas workshop was a productive gathering of experts, who shared their knowledge and experiences on how to ensure the safe and efficient operation of LNG facilities. With continued collaboration and stakeholder engagement, the industry can advance the use of LNG as a cleaner and more sustainable fuel source for shipping.
On Friday, October 4, 2019, a meeting of the research team of the H.M.R.T project was held at the state-of-the-art traffic management and tunnel supervision center of Egnatia Road in Ioannina. The meeting was attended by the members of the Metrotechnics laboratory: Konstantinos Kirytopoulos, Georgios Chatzistelios, Ntzeremes Panagiotis
The annual European Conference on Safety and Reliability (ESREL) is an international conference under the auspices of the European Safety and Reliability Association (ESRA). The 29th edition of the conference was held on 22 - 26 September 2019 at the University of Hannover: Leibniz Universität Hannover.
The scientific manager of the project, Professor K. Kirytopoulos, attended the conference from NTUA and presented the results of the research on the behavioral intentions of Greek drivers when passing through road tunnels. The title of the publication is: "Exploring road tunnel drivers' behavior: The case of Greece".
