信德海事网-专业海事信息咨询服务平台 登录 | 注册 [ 设为首页 ] [ 加入收藏 ] 中文版 ENGLISH WeChat Mobile --> --> ENGLISH   >   PEOPLE --> ＂The best fuel is the fuel we don't use＂: Guy Platten on why energy efficiency is central to shipping's decarbonisation journey 2025-11-12 14:02 By： xinde marine news 分享： --> --> --> 评论 --> --> Guy Platten, former Secretary General of the International Chamber of Shipping, has joined Silverstream Technologies as a consultant on regulatory affairs. In this exclusive interview, he shares why he believes energy efficiency is the foundation of shipping's transition to net zero, what excites him about working with the Silverstream team, and how collaboration — from Chinese shipyards to global regulators — will be key to accelerating real change across the maritime industry.   Guy Platten You've had a long career at the forefront of global shipping. What drew you to Silverstream Technologies at this stage in your journey? Guy Platten: I think the maritime industry is at a crossroads now and it's clear that the decarbonisation journey is going to accelerate in the years to come. The best fuel is the fuel you don't use. So, what really drew me to Silverstream Technologies, is what the company actually does - save fuel, save energy. This is going to make a massive difference to the shipping industry.   After leading the International Chamber of Shipping, why was this the right step for you personally and professionally? Guy Platten: After leaving the ICS, I took some time to decide what I wanted to do next. I wanted to work only with companies whose products and purpose I genuinely believe in. What Silverstream Technologies does with its air lubrication system is making a real contribution to something I'm quite passionate about - the greening of shipping, the maritime industry's decarbonisation journey.  Silverstream is increasingly seen as more than a start-up. How do you see the company's role evolving? Guy Platten: I think it's onl