Fluechem’s team of industry experts have more than 12 years of experience in the AUS40 and Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) Industry and a proven track record in delivering technical and operational solutions and support across a wide range of vessel types and locations.
Whether it’s 1,000 litres in IBCs or 100,000 litres in bulk, by lorry or by barge, our deep-rooted industry knowledge allows us to deliver tailored, pioneering solutions for new build vessels across the globe. We’re experienced in working in the most challenging and complex locations, tight turnaround times and complex requirements where many years of hands-on involvement ensures our customers receive a best-in-class service every time.
A marine engine installed on a ship constructed on or after the following dates and operating in an NOx Emission Control Area shall comply with the Tier III NOx standards defined by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) as follows*:
All other marine engines installed on ships constructed on or after 1st January 2016 shall comply with the Tier II NOx standards defined by the IMO.
*There are three exceptions to this: recreational vessels <24m, propulsion <750kW and recreational ships prior 1st January 2021 <500GT & >24m
The most effective ways to comply with NOx emission standards are:
SCRs are arguably the most widely used technique and with growing public concern over ammonia transportation, transfer and storage, urea injection (typically AUS40) is becoming the preferred option.
Upon scoping any AUS40 technical or operational requirement, our “first fill” service includes:
Additional options include extended technical and operational support including specialist documentation for vessels entering US waters: Ocean Transiting Vessel NOx Compliance Certificates (OTVNCC), supply agreements, strategic partnerships, and stock management with access to Fluechem’s strategic stock holdings to ensure guaranteed product supply as well as conventional spot market product supply arrangements.
Having local partners in China and South Korea working with the vessel teams in the yards, allows us to react to changing new build vessel plans and schedules dynamically, whilst delivering a credible, cost effective technical and operational solution.
Our empowered dynamic team is on call 24/7, 365 days a year to meet your new build requirements.
Whether it’s a Neo Panamax Containership in Tianjin or an LNG Carrier in Hyundai, we understand that every customer has a unique set of requirements which requires a unique solution. With one phone call we can arrange everything required to get the AUS40 onboard efficiently.
Our extensive team allows us to provide a local service on an international basis where others can’t, keeping you compliant.
Years of global experience in the industry ensures our ability to implement the most complex solution solving. We can deliver where others can’t, supported by an extensive global network.
Flexible and adaptable solutions with a proven track record of delivering a personalised service to meet the customer’s needs.
Guaranteed supply from secured resources when the market is constrained, gives the ability to deliver at all main ports within 24 hours of receiving requests.
Fluechem continually invest in solutions to reduce customer costs and emissions further. We take proven technology and adapt and optimise it for different applications.
Fluechem continually invest in solutions to reduce customer costs and emissions further. We take proven technology and adapt and optimise it for different applications.
