Technologies enabling introduction of green fuels

MASCOT (Materials for CO2-neutral processes in resource-intensive industries) is a partnership project which responds to materials performance challenges presented by the emerging CO2-neutral processes of circular economy and hydrogen technologies.

The three-year co-innovation project with the total budget of 7.2 M€ brings together six companies and two research institutes to tackle the material challenges in emerging fossil-free processes, and take the forerunner position in the international growth markets. The results obtained in MASCOT will significantly improve the reliability, safety, and competitiveness of CO2-neutral Finnish industrial processes.

Partners: VTT, University of Oulu, Andritz, Exote, Metso Outotec, Neste, Nordic Tank, Wärtsilä

The Silent Engine project will seek new silent and vibration-free solutions to help the Finnish powertrain industry meet the criteria set for noise, vibration, and sustainability. The project aims to develop silent and vibration-free innovations by fast-tracking, that is parallel development instead of slow, incremental improvement.

The three-year project will start on 1 October 2022. Out of the total project volume of 1.33 M€, 70% comes as support from Business Finland. The companies involved in the project and the University of Vaasa fund the rest.

Partners: University of Vaasa, AGCO Power, KONE, Meyer Turku, Vibrol, Wärtsilä

The CASEMATE (Computer-Aided Systems Engineering for Marine Advanced Technology for the Environment) project develops and applies the Model Based Systems Engineering methodology to engine development for new zero-carbon fuels.

The project started on 1. October 2022 and lasts for three years. Total project volume for all partners is 3 M€, with 70% funded by Business Finland and the rest covered by contributions from the companies involved and the research institutions.

Partners: University of Oulu, University of Vaasa, Aalto University, Åbo Akademi, Tampere University, AGCO Power, Meyer Turku, Global Boiler Works, Dassault Systemès, InfiniSpring, Wärtsilä

The GECFD research project coordinated by VTT is creating an open simulation platform to develop the new technologies needed for green fuels and digital modelling of their use. The new digital tools will enable more cost-effective development work and significantly speed up the commercialization of new technologies.

The project is part of two Business Finland Veturi ecosystems: Wärtsilä’s “Zero Emission Marine” (ZEM) and Neste’s “Novel sustainable & scalable solutions for transportation and chemicals”. VTT is coordinating the project and it is being funded by Business Finland. The total budget is 1.1 million euros.

Partners: VTT, Wärtsilä, Neste, AGCO Power, Koja, Vahterus

The HENNES research project studies the physics and chemistry of hydrogen combustion. Combining 3D simulation methods with experimental research is at the core of the research. It is a research project investigating the basic properties of hydrogen, the results of which can be used by both the scientific community and industry.

The research is part of Wärtsilä’s Zero Emission Marine ecosystem project, which aims to contribute to the development of zero-emission marine technology, among other things. Business Finland has granted 1.7 million euros in funding to the HENNES research project.

Partners: Aalto University, University of Turku, Wärtsilä, AGCO Power, Oilon, Finno Exergy, Vahterus, Auramarine, KK-Palokonsultti Oy, P2X Solutions.