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Center \u00d7 Fuels &amp; Technology\u201d, the panel brought together experts from shipyards, engine manufacturers and related sectors to examine key challenges and potential pathways towards maritime decarbonisation. Discussions focused on the importance of cross-industry collaboration and practical approaches to advancing next-generation fuel readiness. Ship Design Approaches for Next-Generation Fuel Readiness The discussion addressed how ship design must evolve in response to the growing diversity of alternative fuel options and ongoing uncertainty surrounding future fuel pathways. Mr SEKI highlighted the challenges faced by customers when making investment decisions amid uncertainties related to fuel availability, pricing and future regulatory developments. He noted that, \u201cwhen factors such as fuel supply, pricing and future carbon costs remain uncertain, customers tend to view the risks of adoption as outweighing the potential benefits.\u201d Against this backdrop, he emphasised the importance of adopting a long-term perspective on vessel lifecycles, stating that, \u201cflexible designs capable of accommodating fuel conversion and retrofitting will be essential.\u201d He also introduced retrofit studies conducted jointly with MMMC, which explore pathways for converting existing vessels to alternative fuels. Insights gained through these initiatives contributed to his participation as a panellist. SEKI participating in the panel discussion at Sea Japan 2026 (second from left) The Importance of Risk Sharing and Industry Collaboration In response to a question from the moderator regarding the challenges of advancing the real-world implementation of decarbonisation technologies, Mr SEKI stressed the importance of collective action. He commented: \u201cProgress in decarbonisation cannot be achieved by individual companies acting alone. It requires shipowners, shipyards, equipment manufacturers and fuel suppliers to collaborate within a shared framework \u2013 one in which risks, opportunities and responsibilities are collectively managed, and where vessels are designed to deliver value that exceeds the risks associated with adoption.\u201d In closing, the moderator underlined that industry-wide collaboration, along with knowledge-sharing through demonstration projects, will be critical to accelerating maritime decarbonisation. Toward Maritime Decarbonisation The session reaffirmed that advancing maritime decarbonisation will require not only technological innovation, but also risk sharing, adaptable ship design philosophies, and close collaboration across the industry. 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The session was organised by the Maersk Mc-Kinney M\u00f8ller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping (MMMC). Under the theme \u201cPanel I. Center \u00d7 Fuels &amp; Technology\u201d, the panel brought together experts from shipyards, engine manufacturers and related sectors to examine key challenges and potential pathways towards maritime decarbonisation. Discussions focused on the importance of cross-industry collaboration and practical approaches to advancing next-generation fuel readiness. Ship Design Approaches for Next-Generation Fuel Readiness The discussion addressed how ship design must evolve in response to the growing diversity of alternative fuel options and ongoing uncertainty surrounding future fuel pathways. Mr SEKI highlighted the challenges faced by customers when making investment decisions amid uncertainties related to fuel availability, pricing and future regulatory developments. He noted that, \u201cwhen factors such as fuel supply, pricing and future carbon costs remain uncertain, customers tend to view the risks of adoption as outweighing the potential benefits.\u201d Against this backdrop, he emphasised the importance of adopting a long-term perspective on vessel lifecycles, stating that, \u201cflexible designs capable of accommodating fuel conversion and retrofitting will be essential.\u201d He also introduced retrofit studies conducted jointly with MMMC, which explore pathways for converting existing vessels to alternative fuels. Insights gained through these initiatives contributed to his participation as a panellist. SEKI participating in the panel discussion at Sea Japan 2026 (second from left) The Importance of Risk Sharing and Industry Collaboration In response to a question from the moderator regarding the challenges of advancing the real-world implementation of decarbonisation technologies, Mr SEKI stressed the importance of collective action. He commented: \u201cProgress in decarbonisation cannot be achieved by individual companies acting alone. It requires shipowners, shipyards, equipment manufacturers and fuel suppliers to collaborate within a shared framework \u2013 one in which risks, opportunities and responsibilities are collectively managed, and where vessels are designed to deliver value that exceeds the risks associated with adoption.\u201d In closing, the moderator underlined that industry-wide collaboration, along with knowledge-sharing through demonstration projects, will be critical to accelerating maritime decarbonisation. Toward Maritime Decarbonisation The session reaffirmed that advancing maritime decarbonisation will require not only technological innovation, but also risk sharing, adaptable ship design philosophies, and close collaboration across the industry. 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