Maritime decarbonization is a complex, multidimensional challenge that cannot be effectively addressed through the exclusive reliance on alternative fuels. While the development and integration of such fuels are essential in the long term, focusing solely on their production overlooks other viable and immediately actionable pathways. This paper particularly argues that technology (green digital…
The shipping industry aims to achieve full decarbonization at the European Union (EU) level by mid-century. Over the past decade, various alternative fuels have been explored to address this goal. However, challenges such as insufficient bunkering infrastructure, technological immaturity, and high costs have made shipowners hesitant to invest in “clean” propulsion systems. This study conduc…