Maritime UK Solent has announced that several Solent-based maritime organisations have been successful in securing over £32million funding in the Government’s Zero Emissions Vehicles and Infrastructure (ZEVI) competition, including Wight Shipyard Co.
The funding will support the design and development of clean maritime solutions and is being made available for the construction and set-up of projects which can demonstrate zero emission solutions in a real-world environment.
The ZEVI competition, a crucial component of the government’s commitment to reducing emissions and promoting green shipping, recognised the pioneering efforts of several organisations based in the Solent area, reinforcing its position as a hub for innovation and excellence in the maritime sector.
The Solent organisations successful in the ZEVI competition include Cheetah Marine in Ventnor and Wight Shipyard Co in East Cowes.
Anne-Marie Mountifield, Chair of Maritime UK Solent, congratulated the Solent organisations who had secured national funding, saying:
“We are immensely proud of our Solent-based maritime organisations for their outstanding achievements in the ZEVI competition.
“This significant government funding recognises their dedication to driving innovation in clean maritime technologies and sets a powerful example for the entire industry. These successes will not only accelerate the shift towards zero-emission vessels but also create new job opportunities and stimulate investment in our region.
“These successes reflect the Solent region’s dedication to driving the maritime industry towards a sustainable and greener future.”
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The ZEVI competition represents a critical step towards a more sustainable and environmentally responsible maritime industry. The government’s commitment to supporting green shipping initiatives aligns with Maritime UK Solent’s vision of a cleaner, greener, and more prosperous maritime future for the Solent region and beyond.
I wonder how green the building process of these zero emissions ships are! Just another new farce for the government to spend more of our taxpayers money on rubbish.