The MaritimeTwin Project
Maritime emissions reduction through digital twin and satellite technology integration.
About MaritimeTwin
The MaritimeTwin project, developed by IDRIC, CGI, and Maritime UK will deliver an innovative digital twin and satellite technology solution for the maritime sector, focused on vessel route optimisation and environmental impact assessment.
The digital twin will provide shipping operators with a powerful tool to simulate various scenarios, with an outcome of allowing data-driven decisions that balance operational efficiency with environmental impact. This features the innovative incorporation of real-time environmental data, including weather patterns, ocean currents, and port conditions. Crucially, it will have the ability to continuously learn and offer more precision through machine-learning algorithms.
The project, backed by UK Government funding, aims to cut shipping emissions in the Maritime sector by up to 15% by helping vessels choose smarter, greener routes – supporting the UK’s Clean Maritime Plan and net-zero goals.
Interactive Net Zero Landscape with Maritime add-on
Find out how diverse stakeholders are coming together to make net-zero future a reality. Explore our interactive visualisation tool with newly added maritime features to know more.
Reports
This report offers an overview of the compliance considerations required under some of the most important maritime decarbonisation regulations.
Explore the evolving regulatory landscape driving maritime decarbonisation led by IMO, EU, and UK.
A detailed literature and evidence synthesis to understand pathways that will lead to maritime decarbonisation in the UK.
Publications
Published in the MDPI journal, this research evaluates four main alternative fuel contenders: hydrogen, ammonia, methanol, and LNG.
This white paper synthesises impact opportunities, corridor mapping plans, and proposed delivery frameworks to establish green corridors across UK waters.
Upcoming Publications: Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
We are currently working on publishing our research related to Life Cycle Assessment (LCA).
News
On 2nd April 2026, CGI, IDRIC, and MUK successfully marked the completion of the MaritimeTwin project as part of the CMDC6 round in London.
IDRIC showcased the MaritimeTwin project to industry stakeholders and leaders at the International Energy Week 2026 in London.
IDRIC participated in a high-impact roundtable in the Parliament which brought together port authorities, shipping companies, regulators, and industry experts.
The MaritimeTwin project has been awarded over £1 million for a new digital twin solution to cut shipping emissions.
To explore more about this project, you can also visit CGI’s website for MaritimeTwin here: www.cgi.com/uk/en-gb/sustainability/MaritimeTwin