Transport, Technology & Finance
SUSTAINABILITY CONSULTING
Advisory for Sustainable Transport, Technology & Financial Solutions
TT is providing support for future proof technology, sustainable investments and access to finance in the marine transport industry and energy sector. TT supports access to finance and unlocks capital for zero-emission marine transport and infrastrucutre which is significantly reducing Carbon emissions. TT’s mission is to support the large-scale roll-out of clean shipping technology and clean energy generation. In collaboration with ship-owners and charterers we accelerate the transition to low- and zero-emission operation, taking urgent action to combat climate change in line with SDG13.
Alternative fuels and the electrification have reached the maritime industry and more new technologies are to follow. As technology improves, larger and faster vessels are improving competitiveness by going electric or using latest GHG emission reduction technology. However, the business environment or the upfront investment to upgrade or switch to new technology can be a challenge.
We are experts in the rapid launch of low- and zero-emission propulsion projects and provide bespoke financial solutions to eliminate barriers like high initial investments. TT arranges financing for clean shipping equipment and complex energy-efficiency installation for entire vessels and fleets and stationary applications.
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ACCELERATE
WITH FINANCE AND INDEPENDENT CONSULTING
Rapid Transformation
Define deadlines! With deep technical expertise, we accelerate your projects and pin down operational and financial implications. TT is focused on technical assessments and funding of clean shipping assets in order to bring solutions to scale in time for combatting climate change. For stationary applications we offer the dedicated kilowatt.capital consulting services.
TT’s financial solutions support rapid transformation to low- and zero-emission propulsion and sustainable operations on the water. Besides classic equipment finance solutions TT also offers to eliminate capital expenditures for the client and make equipment available “as-a-service“.
Our Clients gain quick, low-risk access to economic, zero-emission maritime transport solutions which are more and more requested by the market. Investors can engage in an attractive asset class and a new high-growth market. Manufacturers increase their market potential. Governments reach ambitious emission reduction targets.
CUT COSTS
WITH ZERO FUEL CONSUMPTION
Cost Effective
Fuel comprises a majority of the operating costs of commercially operated marine combustion engines. On top of this Carbon pricing for shipping will be in place from January 2022 within the EU. Cutting fuel costs and GHG emissions is changing the game! For small vessels, fuel expenditures can make up 75-90% of total operating costs, depending on local prices and use profile.
Applying latest technologies such as hybrid- and electric propulsion eliminates fuel costs and insulates operators from fuel price fluctuations, however, alternative propulsion systems require significant investment. TT helps by providing independent technical expertise leasing packages and equipment-as-a-service for energy storage systems and drivetrains or entire vessels and fleets. These financial solutions enable a rapid transformation to more sustainable transportation and reduce technological risks.
The transformation requires low or no upfront capital investment: savings found by eliminating fuel costs and Carbon pricing pay for the zero-emission propulsion system. We help determine whether converting an existing vessel or building a new vessel with optimized hydrodynamic efficiency would provide the best return on investment.
Conventional Vessel
Cost per Trip (without CO2 Price)
- Fuel Cost
- Engine Amortization
- Maintenance
Electric Vessel
Cost per Trip
- Electricity Cost
- Battery-Cycle Cost
- Drivetrain Amortization
- Basic Maintenance
- Savings
CUT EMISSIONS
WITH CONVINCING TECHNOLOGY
Clean and Sustainable
Alternative fuel solutions are advancing as well as electric marine propulsion systems which emit no harmful exhaust gases during use. State-of-the-art mature technology can massively reduce carbon- and other harmful emissions. A meaningful step towards decarbonisation of global supply chains and zero-emission passenger transport.
For all investments into new vessels, TT is committed to achieve already today the reduction of Carbon intensity by at least 40% as defined as target by the IMO for 2030.
For small and medium-sized vessels, an overall carbon footprint reduction of 60% to 80% and more is common when using energy off the regular electric grid. Even better, as we transition to a renewable energy supply or with solar charging, we can attain 100% Carbon-free mobility on the water!
Compliance with ambitious sustainable development goals becomes realistic and may even offer a competitive advantage! Passengers on electrically operated vessels enjoy the luxurious quietness, lack of exhaust fumes and reduced vibration on board.
Carbon Footprint
heavy duty, small vessels
CREATE VALUE
SUPPORTED BY CLEAN SHIPPING ADVISORY
Impact Investing in the Marine World
The sustainability revolution gives birth to future oriented investment opportunities. Besides business consulting for operators, we offer clean shipping expertise for investors, we develop projects which provide long-term competitiveness and we manage modern assets over the life-cycle of the investments.
Our focus are impact investment opportunities in the marine industry: Large energy storage systems and re-fit projects as well as new vessels and fleets which comply with the EU Taxonomy for sustainable activities.
Based on extensive market intelligence, we provide market overview and deal sourcing services including technology screening, project acquisition, risk assessment and impact analysis.
For project implementation, we support due diligence and legal structuring as well as the establishment of entities for leasing and equipment finance involving incorporating private equity and debt.
This is complemented with services for running financial structures over the life cycle of the investments. We manage asset holding companies, perform fund management, provide financial- and non-financial reports and maintain relations with all stakeholders.
Value for the impact investor
- Benefit from TT’s technical and financial insight into clean shipping projects and supplier networks
- Early access to European projects with the right ticket size
- Pre-assessment of impact investment projects and alternative investments
- EU Taxonomy and SFDR Art. 9 – compliant investments,
- Rigorous technical and financial due diligence capabilities
- Full-service management of financial structures over the investment life-cycle
Besides our focus on equipment finance opportunities and leasing assets with exposures similar to infrastructure investments, we are also open to support venture capital investors to identify promising VC investment cases in the clean shipping industry.
