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Eco Marine Power Receives Solution Inspiring Action Award Thursday, 27 September 2012 10:52 Fukuoka, Japan - 27th September 2012 - Eco Marine Power (EMP) is pleased to announce that it received a Solutions Inspiring Action Award at the 2012 Savannah Ocean Exchange in Savannah, Georgia in the United States for its innovative Aquarius MRE System - a wind and solar power renewable energy solution for shipping. The award was presented at a gala dinner on the 21st September in Savannah. During the 2012 Savannah Ocean Exchange, Eco Marine Power was also given the opportunity to present to the delegates the Aquarius MRE System and explain some of the key features of the system and its EnergySail technology. EMP also unveiled in Savannah for the first time a coastguard, naval and survey concept vessel which would utilise EMP's EnergySail technology as a means to reduce fuel consumption and lower noxious gas emissions. Using wind & solar power on-board these ships would also extend their patrol & operational ranges. Eco Marine Power looks forward to building on its relationship with the Savannah Ocean Exchange and bringing new solutions to the event in the years ahead. About Savannah Ocean Exchange Founded in 2010, the Savannah Ocean Exchange unites worldwide organizations across multiple disciplines and boundaries to accelerate the distribution and adoption of solutions that positively impact our ocean and coast. For more information please visit their website: www.oceanexchange.org About Eco Marine Power Eco Marine Power Co. Ltd. is an internationally focused technology company based in Fukuoka, Japan, that designs innovative eco-friendly solar, wind, electric and hybrid marine power and propulsion solutions. The company also develops eco-ship concepts that incorporate the latest green energy technology and is currently working on a number of design projects including the Aquarius Eco Ship, Tonbo solar hybrid ferry and Medaka eco-commuter ferry. For more information please visit: www.ecomarinepower.com or follow us on Twitter @EcoMarinePower Media Enquiries Greg Atkinson Director Phone: +81 92 287 9677 Mobile: +81 90 1369 7568 E-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Aquarius MRE System & EnergySail are trademarks of Eco Marine Power Co. Ltd. Tweet FaLang translation system by Faboba

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Hybrid marine power solutions including solar power save fuel, reduce pollution and are cost effective. Eco Marine Power is at the forefront of developing low emission & fuel saving solutions for ships, Our computer systems also provide a control interface between renewable energy & other systems on-board ships.

Eco Marine Power is at the forefront of providing innovative marine renewable energy technologies for shipping that harness the power of the sun & wind. These solutions include Aquarius MRE, EnergySail & Aquarius Marine Solar Power. These reduce fuel consumption, lower noxious gas emissions and deliver cost benefits.

Aquarius Management & Automation System or Aquarius MAS is a cost effective alarm handling, monitoring & data logging platform suitable for a wide range of ships. The system is based upon the reliable KEI 3240 Data Logger and is class approved. Aquarius MAS can also monitor fuel use & calculate vessel emissions.

Our design & consulting services include green ship & eco ship concept designs, renewable energy surveys, renewable energy systems design & consulting support for new ship and retrofit projects. We work with ship owners, ship managers and ship yards to develop the right renewable energy solution for their needs.