Hitachi Partners with Stena Line to implement digital and AI technology in shipping

Hitachi has partnered with Stena Line, one of the largest shipping companies in Europe, to implement artificial intelligence (AI) technology on ships. This part of the company’s efforts to lower fuel consumption costs, as well as to minimise the impact on the environment. By using advanced AI technology, Hitachi aims to assist in identifying the key factors causing high fuel consumption, as well as advising on how to make operations more efficient.

Stena Line is committed to safety, reliability, and reducing environmental impact. The company is also certified to the international ISO 14001:2015 standard.

Hicham Abdessamad, Chief Executive Officer of Hitachi Global Digital Holdings Corporation and Corporate Officer of Hitachi, said: “Digitalisation plays a key role in helping industries such as shipping optimise their operations for both financial performance and environmental impact. We are engaged with Stena Line on a number of strategic co-creation initiatives and we see this as an important next step in providing digital expertise to help them achieve positive business and societal outcomes.” 

Rune Kleiberg, Head of Digital Strategy at Stena Line, said: “With a structured approach and by taking continuous initiatives, the aim is for Stena Line to become a leader in sustainable shipping. We are pleased to have Hitachi on board to help us in our cognitive journey to improve fleet operation across ship and shore, providing new capabilities for safer and more sustainable ferry journeys, as well as helping improve operational efficiencies and overall vessel performance.”

For more information, visit: www.hitachi.com and www.stenaline.co.uk

18th June 2018