Maersk Container Industry (MCI) introduced the Star Cool 1.1, a triple refrigerant reefer cooling machine designed to promote sustainable global cold chains.
“After completion of an extensive R&D and verification program, we are excited to offer our customers the first reefer solution that offers adaptability to three alternative refrigerants while operating with the highest energy efficiency in the market, thereby delivering a significant advancement in reducing the environmental impact from reefer container operation,’’ says Søren Leth Johannsen, CEO at MCI.
Key takeaways:
- The Star Cool 1.1 incorporates the climate-friendly refrigerant, R1234yf, which offers an ultra-low Global Warming Potential (GWP). This initiative makes the Star Cool 1.1 the ideal solution to effectively eliminate greenhouse gas emissions from refrigerants without compromising energy efficiency.
- The next-generation compressor technology in the Star Cool 1.1 enables faster temperature control and enhances cargo care.
“The Star Cool 1.1 is a significant innovation in our quest to support the decarbonization of the shipping industry. Its ability to operate efficiently across multiple refrigerant options not only highlights its flexibility but also its readiness to meet both current and future safety and environmental standards. We have thoroughly field tested the upgraded Star Cool system and it is instrumental in our efforts to achieve lower energy consumption and reduced emissions, aligning with our long-term sustainability goals,” says Paul Clarke, head of reefer technology and innovation at Maersk liner business.
