Transportation
Powering the transportation revolution
The transportation sector is experiencing significant change as industries and communities seek lower-carbon and more efficient mobility solutions. Jenbacher energy systems can help address these evolving energy needs and more through our reliable, flexible, and scalable solutions for maritime and road transport applications
Our dedicated Jenbacher experts are available to provide personal consultation.
Your challenge
Ports, logistics centers, and transportation hubs are critical infrastructure facing growing pressure to reduce emissions and support electrification while maintaining operational continuity. Increasing demand for shore power and electric vehicle (EV) charging, coupled with grid limitations and evolving regulatory requirements, requires reliable, scalable, and sustainable energy solutions.
Industry trends
The transportation sector is rapidly transitioning toward lower-carbon operations and digitalization. Key trends include:
- Electrification of fleets and vessels
- Stricter emissions targets and regulatory mandates, such as the FuelEU Maritime Regulation and the Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Regulation (AFIR)
- Integration of renewable and alternative fuels such as hydrogen, liquefied natural gas (LNG), bioLNG, and e-fuels
- Adoption of microgrid and cogeneration technologies to enhance resilience and efficiency
Our approach
Integrated energy solutions for transportation infrastructure
Optimized microgrids for reliable power, decarbonized shore power
Cold ironing allows docked vessels to switch off auxiliary engines and connect to onshore electrical power, reducing local emissions by more than 90% and minimizing noise and air pollution. However, conventional grid-based shore power often faces capacity constraints, high costs, and variable carbon intensity.
With Jenbacher cogeneration systems and microgrid solutions, you get reliable, lower-carbon shore power, even where grid infrastructure is limited. Our systems offer:
- Modular capacity (1.5 – 4.5 MW per unit) and fast transient response
- High electrical and thermal efficiency (up to 92% total system efficiency)
- Fuel flexibility, including hydrogen readiness for phased decarbonization
- Advanced control, energy management, and black start capabilities
By integrating heat recovery, ports can further reduce operational costs and emissions, using otherwise wasted energy for heating, cooling, and process applications.
Hydrogen-ready powered gensets for EV charging
The rapid growth of EVs is driving increased demand for fast charging infrastructure that often is outpacing grid capacity. Jenbacher hydrogen-ready engines enable off-grid or weak-grid EV charging stations by converting low-carbon fuels or green hydrogen, produced from renewable sources, into reliable on-site power.
Our hybrid energy storage strategies combine batteries for rapid load fluctuation control and hydrogen for extended backup, improving reliability and lowering infrastructure costs.
Fuel flexibility for future-ready operations
Jenbacher engines are designed for fuel flexibility, operating on a range of energy sources, including pipeline gas, biogas, propane, LNG, bioLNG, and hydrogen. This adaptability enables ports and transport operators to integrate evolving bunkering practices and transition to renewable and lower-carbon fuels as they become available.
Key benefits
- Reliable, efficient energy supply for cold ironing and EV charging
- Scalable solutions for evolving capacity and operational needs
- Fuel flexibility for future-ready operations (pipeline gas, biogas, propane, LNG, bioLNG, hydrogen, e-fuels)
- Advanced control systems for optimized dispatch and grid resilience
- Proven emission reductions and lower total energy costs
White Papers
Hydrogen-Powered Gensets for Electric Vehicle Charging: A Cost-Effective Pathway to Integrate Jenbacher Solutions in Sustainable E-mobility Infrastructure
This white paper provides a thorough analysis of the shift towards a robust e-mobility charging infrastructure. It explores the potential of pairing innovative energy storage solutions with INNIO Group’s Jenbacher gas engines to effectively manage charging demand.
Enhancing port decarbonization: An integrated analysis of cogeneration systems and microgrids for cold ironing applications
Explore how ports can reduce emissions and energy costs with advanced microgrids. This white paper presents practical solutions—hydrogen-ready cogeneration, solar PV, and battery storage—for overcoming grid and infrastructure challenges, featuring real-world results and a roadmap for climate neutrality.
Supporting sustainable mobility
INNIO Group’s Jenbacher product line empowers customers to navigate the transition to sustainable transportation. Our solutions are designed for resilience, operational continuity, and integration with renewable and lower-carbon energy sources.
Discover how Jenbacher solutions can help you address your transportation energy needs and support your sustainability objectives.
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Whether your business is looking for onsite power solutions, access to electricity, decreased energy costs, or even to sell electricity back to your local grid/consumers, Jenbacher regional experts can advise you on which solution makes the most sense for you.
