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German-Finnish maritime co-operation, joint development of next-generation technologies
The document outlines the maritime industry cooperation between Germany and Finland, highlighting the Maritime Cluster Northern Germany (MCN) and its focus on enhancing competitiveness through innovation and technology transfer. It details the maritime industry's significance in both countries, emphasizing research, funding, and sustainability initiatives. Conclusions suggest fostering collaborations through European research platforms, particularly in digitalization and energy sustainability.
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- 2. Centre for MaritimeStudies @ Flensburg University of Applied Sciences www.maritimes-zentrum.de FUAS 1
- 3. German-Finnish Maritime Industry Cooperation Jointdevelopment of next-generation technologies Prof. Dr.-Ing. HOLGER WATTER www.holgerwatter.wordpress.com
- 4. Content 1. Maritime ClusterNorthern Germany (MCN) 2. European Research Support and Funding 3. The Maritime Industry in Germany 4. The Maritime Industry in Finland 5. Conclusions 6. Contact Information 7. List of References 3
- 5. 1. Maritime ClusterNorthern Germany (MCN) Cross-state Network of the Maritime Industry
- 6. Key Facts ▪ foundedin 2011 as a cross-state network ▪ registered association since 2017 ▪ 5 Northern German states: Bremen, Hamburg, Lower-Saxony, Mecklenburg-West-Pomerania and Schleswig-Holstein ▪ more than 290 members from maritime business, science and politics 5
- 7. Focus Industries ofthe MCN ▪ Shipbuilding ▪ Maritime suppliers ▪ Deep sea technology ▪ Maritime services ▪ Science, research and education ▪ Shipping industry ▪ Port companies maritime tourism maritimejournalism maritime health care maritime artandculture , marine portlogistics shipbuilding maritime suppliers deep sea technology maritime services science, research & education Source: „Nord/LB (2009): Maritime Industrie in der Metropolregion Hamburg, Hannover“ – adjusted graphic 6
- 8. Goals / MainObjectives ▪ Increasing the competitiveness of the companies ▪ Supporting technology transfer between science and economy ▪ Development of cooperation and innovative projects and support of the technological competence ▪ Increasing the regional creation of value in Northern Germany ▪ Development of new jobs and securing of existing jobs ▪ Improving the visibility of the maritime competencies ▪ Establishment and further development of the Maritime Cluster 7
- 9. Tools and Instruments Networkingthe worlds of business, science and politics Rich and diversified range of events Interdisciplinary specialist groups Innovations and projects Training and further education Public relations for members 8
- 10. Events Maritime basic training „AnBord bei …“ – members visit members MEER KONTAKTE – business fair Bar Camp – open space for ideas and innovations 9
- 11. Publications Study: Perspectives of3D printing for the maritime economy in Northern Germany - current state of 3D printing with developments, challenges, best practices in the maritime sector - internationally as well as with a focus on Hamburg and Northern Germany Interface Management Offshore Wind - Guideline about the interfaces in offshore- windprojects - Cooperation with the Renewable Energy Cluster 10
- 12. Publications Maritime Year Book Perspectivesof the maritime industry in Schleswig-Holstein, including ▪ Digitalisation: Transformation of ships and cargo chains ▪ Ports: The planned national LNG terminal in Brunsbüttel 11
- 13. Interdisciplinary Specialist Groups ▪Source of valuable information ▪ Idea exchange ▪ Project and cooperation ignition ▪ Events 8 Specialist Groups: Human Resources & Qualification // Maritime Offshore Wind Sector // Maritime Law // Maritime Information- and Communication Systems // Ship Efficiency // Underwater Communications // Yacht and Boat Building // Cluster Networking 12
- 14. Projects MUNITECT Ammunition detection and qualification onthe seabed DigiMar Competence center for the digital maritime industry in the north ECOShip 60 Definition of alternative powertrains up to fuel cell drives 3D printing in the maritime industry Methanol & Co. as alternative fuels 15
- 15. 2. European Research Fundingand Support European Research Programm Baltic Sea Region Interreg National Research Programm Finnish German regional MCN ….
- 16. European Research Funding Horizon2020 ▪ Biggest EU Research and Innovation programme with nearly €80 billion of funding over seven years (2014-2020) ▪ Three priorities: Excellent science Networking and mobility of scientists Industrial leadership Support of research and development in companies Societal challenges Research on complex social challenges 17
- 17. European Research Support ▪Realization of a European research area through coordination of national research programmes ▪ Member States are developing a common strategic research agenda for key issues of the future Initiatives/Networks ▪ JPI – Joint Programming Initiatives ▪ ERA-Nets ▪ KIC – Knowledge and Information Communities 18
- 18. European Research onSustainable Shipping European Sustainable Shipping Forum (ESSF) ▪ Established by a European Commission decision in 2013 ▪ Group of experts on maritime transport sustainability ▪ Vision: Promote clean, competitive and quality shipping without compromising safety ▪ Task: assist the Commission in implementing the Union‘s activities and programmes aimed at fostering sustainable maritime transport 19
- 19. European Research onSustainable Shipping European Sustainable Shipping Forum (ESSF) Sub-groups LNG Exhaust Gas Cleaning Systems (EGCS – ‚scrubbers‘) S-Directive (sulphur) Port Reception Facilities Shipping MRV (verification and accreditation) 20
- 20. 3. The MaritimeIndustry in Germany
- 21. The Maritime Industryin Germany ▪ One of the most important sectors of the German economy ▪ Estimately up to €50 billion turnover per year ▪ Up to 400,000 jobs directly or indirectly dependent ▪ Sector is not limited to the key sites on the North Sea and Baltic Sea coasts 22
- 22. The Maritime Industryin Germany The maritime industry and its value chains Ship- building Marine Technology – Offshore oil and gas – Maritime safety and security – Marine mineral resources – Marine energy – Marine autonomous technology systems Shipping Ports Offshore wind energy 23
- 23. National Masterplan Maritime Technologies(NMMT) ▪ Main goal: consolidate Germany as a high-tech location for maritime technologies ▪ Achieve technological excellence and market leadership ▪ Increase competitiveness and global market share ▪ Development of key technologies to ensure a long-term supply of energy and raw materials from the sea ▪ Sustainable economic use and protection of the oceans ▪ A global oriented policy approach in order to face a better coordination of economic and ecologic aspects as well as social issues 24
- 24. NMMT Activity Areas ▪ Pilotprojects as well as lighthouse, demonstration and reference projects ▪ Strengthening the capacity for innovation in the maritime sector ▪ Developing new market opportunities ▪ Networking and specialist events ▪ Strengthen training and development of skilled workers ▪ Framework/Improving political environment ▪ Improve branch image and public perception ▪ Implementation 25
- 25. Maritime Agenda 2025 FederalGovernment Areas of action and maritime industry policy objectives Consolidate and expand technological leadership Strengthen international competitiveness Consolidate competitiveness of German ports, expand infrastructure and secure Germany‘s leading position as a logistics hub 26
- 26. Maritime Agenda 2025 Shapemaritime transport sustainability – strengthen climate & environmental protection & nature conservation Contribute to energy transition using maritime technologies Maritime 4.0 – use the opportunities of digitalisation Strengthen Germany‘s maritime expertise Develop industrial capabilities in naval and coastguard shipbuildung Play an active role in shaping the EU‘s Blue Growth Strategy 27
- 27. 4. The MaritimeIndustry in Finland
- 28. The Maritime Industryin Finland Maritime Cluster Shipping Companies Other shipping related businesses Ports Port operators, other actors in portsClassification, finance and insurance Public Sector Sea Construction Offshore production of renewable energies Marine Industry 30
- 29. Strategic Research Agendafor the Finnish Maritime Cluster Future of the Finnish Maritime Cluster is seen to be directed by ▪ Application of new energy sources ▪ Sustainable business models ▪ Usage of marine resources ▪ International regulation changes ▪ Digitalization and automation 31
- 30. Strategic Research Agendafor the Finnish Maritime Cluster ▪ Development of cross-cutting technologies in the areas of Energy, environment and sustainability Intelligent ship, systems and solutions Digitisation and shipbuilding 4.0 32
- 31. Strategic Research Agendafor the Finnish Maritime Cluster ▪ Focus on specific market segments and product areas Cruise ships and ferries Arctic technology Offshore technology 33
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- 33. Conclusions ▪ Finnish andGerman research cooperations can be fostered through - European research areas / platforms - European funding ▪ Similar priorities in the maritime sector of both countries provide links for cooperation, especially in the areas of digitalisation as well as energy and sustainability 36
- 34. Draft proposal 37 01/2018 Maritime BusinessDay + Business Meetings Helsinki 09/2018 SMM Hamburg 02/2018 MCN Booth at Navigate 2018 Turku 03/2018 05/2018 Round Table Kiel Business Breakfast Hamburg MCN BarCamp 10/201806/2018 Business Breakfast Hamburg
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- 36. Thanks for yourattention 39