Marine Fuel Optimization Market by Process (Measuring, Monitoring and Reporting), By Application (Fuel Consumption, Efficiency Level, Fleet Management, Cross Fleet Standardization and Others (Delivery Verification and Shore Side Reporting)), By Technology (Throttle Optimization, Fuel Theft Detection , Tank Levels & R.O.B, Bunker & Fuel Transfers and Others (Cross-Fleet Standardization, Shore-Side Reporting, Vessel Tracking)) by Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World) - Global Forecast to 2030.

Marine Fuel Optimization Market Scenario

Marine Fuel Optimization Market is expected to grow with the CAGR of approximately 4.25%, during the forecast period.

Marine Fuel Optimization is a multi-level approach to measuring, monitoring, and reporting fuel usage on a boat or ship to reduce fuel usage, increase operational efficiency, and improve fleet management oversight. Marine Fuel Optimization has grown in importance due to the rising costs of marine fuel and increased governmental stresses to reduce the pollution generated by the world’s fleet.

Marine Fuel Optimization includes Throttle Optimization, Fuel Theft Detection, Tank Levels Monitoring Bunker Fuel Transfers, etc. Vessel operators have the most control over fuel usage by using the engine(s) throttle. Wind, current, hull condition, load, and propulsion system health can all positively and negatively impact fuel burn. Some of the modern fuel optimization systems have designs that support the performance of these calculations while underway and make recommendations to the vessel master. Fuel theft and pricing are major issues in the global market premises. Consequently, the accurate measurement of fuel taken on board coupled with the fuel consumed by engines and generators is an integral part of Marine Fuel Optimization.

Global marine fuel optimization market is one of the fastest growing markets owing to the increased application marine sector by providing the accurate amount of fuel oil burnt for particular vessel. The market is driven by various factors such as stringent government regulations to curb carbon emission at sea level and reduce fuel usage, and improve operational efficiency. However, the market has a major restraint that can hinder the growth of the market such as the decline in global oil price.

A marine fuel optimization system allows the ship owner to monitor, measure, and display the exact amount of fuel oil used by the ship. Fuel optimization system not only provides the amount of fuel used but also gives additional data related to fuel usage. Marine fuel optimization systems provide statistical information on various other parameters such as the amount of fuel used by specific engine or generator while travelling at sea or at port. They also help compare fuel usage between voyages, and the amount of fuel used by particular crew. Besides providing a detailed analysis of all fuel oil using systems on board a ship, they allow the ship’s crew to track each and every drop of fuel oil. This reduces fuel consumption, thus improving overall efficiency.

Global Marine Fuel Optimization Market is segmented, by process as Measuring, Monitoring and Reporting. Measuring segment accounted for the largest market share of about 45% in 2016, with a market value of more than USD 1,700 million and is projected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period. Based on applications, the market is segmented as fuel consumption, efficiency level, fleet management, cross fleet standardization and others (delivery verification and shore side reporting). Fleet Management accounted for the largest market share of about 30%, in 2016, with a market value of more than USD 1,300 million; projected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period. Based on technology the market has been segmented as throttle optimization, fuel theft detection, tank levels & R.O.B, bunker & fuel transfers and others (cross-fleet standardization, shore-side reporting, vessel tracking). Bunker & Fuel Transfers accounted for the largest market share of about 27% in 2016, with a market value of more than USD 1,000 million; projected to grow at the highest CAGR of during the forecast period.

Key Players

The key players of Global Marine Fuel Optimization Market are-

DNV-GL AS (Norway), ABB, Ltd. (Switzerland), Siemens AG (Germany), Eniram Oy (Finland), Krill Systems (U.S), Nautical Control Solutions, LP (U.S), Bergan Blue (U.S), Banlaw Systems (Europe) Ltd (U.K), The Emerson Electric Company (U.S), and  Interschalt Maritime Systems GmbH (Germany).

Recent Developments

• The growth of the marine fuel optimization demand is primarily driven by the expansion of the maritime industry, which is purveyed by increasing seaborne trade activities. However, the maritime industry is growing in parallel with CO2 emissions. The reduction of harmful gas emissions has become a global concern. It has resulted in increased stringency of maritime regulations. The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has prescribed legal adherence to various energy efficiency measures. Moreover, as per regulatory norms, new vessels must conform to the energy efficiency design index (EEDI) limits to maintain environmentally friendly ship operations, which has further raised the adoption of marine fuel optimization systems.


• Furthermore, restrictions on marine sulfur emissions at sea level and the introduction of Sulfur Oxide Emission Control Areas (SECA) and Nitrogen Oxides Emission Control Areas (NECA) have reflected positively on the market developments and expansion.

Global Market Segmentation

Regional Analysis

On the basis of geography, the global market for marine fuel management is classified as Europe, North America, Asia Pacific, and Rest of the World. With a share of more than 40%, Asia Pacific led the global market, in 2016. Owing to the increase in shipbuilding activities, flag conversions, and the replacement of old vessels with new marine fuel optimization systems, Asia Pacific is likely to emerge as a highly attractive market for marine fuel optimization over the forthcoming years, maintaining its dominance over the global market. Europe, being the global center for suppliers and traders of shipping and bunker fuel, has been providing good opportunities to marine fuel optimization system manufacturers. Analysts expect the Europe marine fuel management market to retain the second position in the years to come. The market in North America, on the other hand, will witness a slowdown in the near future as it approaches maturity. The marine fuel optimization markets in Latin America and Middle East & Africa are exhibiting great potential for future growth, due to the increase in exploration activities in these regions.Industry Updates

December 2019 - RH Marine, a Connectivity and Service & Maintenance provider in the maritime industry, developed award-winning Rhodium Energy Management System (EMS) or marine fuel optimization system. The system has been developed using a self-learning AI algorithm which allocates power in an optimal way and helps in fuel saving.