Our Environment
BH Global is looking to do our part in reducing our carbon footprint through various company-wide initiatives. Most subsidiary groups under BH Global are ISO 14001, Environmental Management System (“EMS”) certified.
The certification allows the Company to be recognised as a “Green-Partner” to clients. The certification also provides assurance to company management and employees as well as all our stakeholders that environmental impact is being measured, monitored and improved.
Environmental Achievements in FY2023
Environment
Lowered scope 1 & scope 2 emissions by 21.6%
Lowered energy consumption by 26.7%
ZERO cases of non-compliance with environmental laws
Environment
Lowered scope 1 & scope 2 emissions by 21.6%
Lowered energy consumption by 26.7%
ZERO cases of non-compliance with environmental laws
LED Lighting Return of Investments (“ROI”) for Vessels
In line with the Group’s direction for the environment, BH Global has formed a strategic partnership with GL Lighting Holdings Pte Ltd, which has more than 22 years of experience in the research and development, design and manufacture of technologically advanced and innovative Green LED Lighting solutions and has more than 1000 ODM and OEM projects for renowned international lighting companies. Together, we have developed SOPEX as a brand to drive Green LED technology and innovation towards innovative solutions to help address pressing concerns with the environment.
SOPEX has since contributed to various LED retrofitting projects such as the retrofitting of LED Lighting for vessels. SOPEX has help MORE THAN 250 clients in more than 100 LED retrofit projects.
Making the switch to Green LED Lighting solutions can be daunting for many new users. Hence, SOPEX offers a complementary Lux (a unit of illumination) Calculation service for all clients for initial stages of planning/design up to completion of the installation or retrofit project. Along with the long service life of up to 100,000 hours, SOPEX provides extended warranties of 3 to 5 years to help ensure the products sold are guaranteed to work for its longest service life.
Holding itself to the highest standards, SOPEX conducts inspection reports on ROI for all clients, disclosing data about total costs of ownership and the cost savings from the reduction of consumables from conventional lighting. ROI from the installation of SOPEX LED lighting averages about 2 to 3 years, making it easy to entice conversion.
SOPEX is committed to meet the most stringent specification to replace conventional lights. Utilizing light performance curves, SOPEX can help to ensure the right applications are installed for maximum energy savings for the benefit of our environment.
To align with the Group's environmental objectives, BH Global has established a strategic partnership with GL Lighting Holdings Pte Ltd.
With over 20 years of expertise in research and development, design, and manufacturing, GL Lighting specializes in advanced and innovative Green LED Lighting solutions.
Their impressive track record includes more than 500 ODM and OEM projects for renowned international lighting companies.
Together, we have developed SOPEX as a brand to drive Green LED technology and innovation towards innovative solutions to help address pressing concerns with the environment .
SOPEX has since contributed to various LED retrofitting projects such as the retrofitting of LED Lighting for vessels. With a successful track record, SOPEX has completed over 100 LED retrofit projects to date.
Making the switch to green LED Lighting solutions can be daunting for many new users. Hence, SOPEX offers a complementary Lux (a unit of illumination) Calculation service for all clients for initial stages of planning or design up to completion of the installation or retrofit project.
Along with the long service life of up to 100,000 hours, SOPEX provides extended warranties of 3 to 5 years to help ensure the products sold are guaranteed to work for its longest service life.
Holding itself to the highest standards, SOPEX conducts inspection reports on ROI for all clients, disclosing data about total costs of ownership and the cost savings from the reduction of consumables from conventional lighting. ROI from the installation of SOPEX LED lighting averages about 2 to 3 years, making it easy to entice conversion.
SOPEX is committed to meet the most stringent specification to replace conventional lights . Utilizing light performance curves, SOPEX can help to ensure the right applications are installed for maximum energy savings for the benefit of our environment.
Project References (Green LED Division)
VOS Pride
Vroon Offshore engaged SOPEX to retrofit over 60 pieces of marine outdoor lights on the VOS Pride, an offshore supply ship. The retrofit has a short ROI period of 9 months and a total energy savings of 55,473 kWh, or 51.8 tonnes of CO2 emission reduction per year.
Stellar Kosan
In 2023, SOPEX retrofitted the Stella Kosan with SOP LED Lightings and SOPEX Ex-Proof LED Floodlights when the vessel was dry docked at DMC, Dubai, UAE. Overseen by our in-house SOPEX employee, with a team of 4, over 6 days at 10 hours per day, their engineers managed to finish the retrofit project.
The retrofit has brought our client 163,637 kWh annual savings and S$49,039.95 annual energy cost and lighting consumables savings.
Projects in Response to Climate Change
The urgent need for climate change strategies has prompted subsidiary group, Sea Forrest, to take early action towards decarbonization, starting as early as 2019. With a strong emphasis on green technologies tailored to various vessel types and operating profiles, the company is introducing innovative solutions through retrofittable kits. These kits are designed to encourage widespread adoption by vessel owners and operators, extending even to offshore exploration platforms.
In alignment with the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) goals to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from ships, Sea Forrest has proactively launched its solutions into the maritime industry. Their offerings include electric and hybrid propulsion systems, hybrid power systems, energy storage systems, and energy charging systems. These solutions are complemented by an in-house developed energy management system, which efficiently manages and distributes energy throughout an electric vessel.
In 2023, Sea Forrest has successfully delivered a total of 10 systems to vessels operating in Asia and Europe, showcasing their diverse portfolio of sustainable solutions and their commitment to combating climate change in the maritime sector.
Project References (Integrated Engineering Division)
Singapore’s First Hybrid Wind Farm Crew Transfer Vessel with Sea Forrest Hybrid Propulsion System
Sea Forrest supplied its Green Hybrid Propulsion System to HST for the construction of four hybrid StratCat 27 vessels by Strategic Marine. This collaboration marks the introduction of Singapore’s inaugural hybrid wind farm crew transfer vessel.
The parallel hybrid system, provided by Sea Forrest, offers benefits such as reduced main engine hours and maintenance costs, as well as a notable decrease in vessel noise and vibration.
Depending on the vessel’s operational profile and charging facilities, our system can significantly reduce the vessel’s operational carbon footprint. Currently, all four vessels equipped with our technology are operational in the UK and Germany.
Electrification of Victory Pte Ltd’s Bunker Fleet with Sea Forrest’s Full Electric-Ready Propulsion System
Sea Forrest’s delivery of the Full Electric-Ready system for the conversion of Victory’s bunker vessel, utilizing a plug-in system, marks a significant stride towards enhanced energy efficiency and zero-emissions performance.
Our Full Electric-Ready system paves the way for seamless future transformation from a hybrid to a full electric system.
This transition will be feasible once Singapore’s coastal charging infrastructure is in place and when advancements in energy storage systems’ energy densities and cost align with the operating profiles of harbor crafts.
Sea Forrest’s Green Cabin Energy Saving System deployment onboard Strategic Marine’s Gen4Two Fast Crew Boats
Sea Forrest’s introduction of the Green Cabin Energy Saving System aboard Strategic Marine’s Gen 4 Two Fast Crew Boats (FCBs) marks a pioneering initiative in this application.
The Maritime Energy and Sustainable Development Centre of Excellence (MESD CoE) at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) will conduct a thorough study to assess its carbon mitigation potential under various scenarios, and offer recommendations for optimization.
This study, slated for Q3 2023, will incorporate data from sea trials. Strategic Marine emphasizes the system’s ability to reduce dedicated diesel generators and overall fuel consumption, underscoring its role in promoting sustainable marine operations.
SEAGEN Marine Battery System Developed by Sea Forrest Receives Type Approval Certificate from Bureau Veritas and RINA
SEAGEN 11 stands out as Singapore’s pioneering marinized lithium-ion battery system for marine propulsion, embodying a collaborative effort between local entities.
Alongside the battery management system developed in partnership with GenPlus Pte Ltd, its modular design offers adaptability for installation across diverse marine platforms and confined spaces, facilitating the stringing up of battery modules to meet varied voltage requirements.
With type approval from BV & RINA confirming adherence to IMO guidelines, SEAGEN 11’s implementation on vessels is streamlined, simplifying Flag State approvals for lithium-ion energy storage solutions. This advancement supports the maritime sector’s broader decarbonization initiatives by promoting the adoption of electric propulsion while bolstering safety standards at sea.
Sea Forrest Awarded Most Sustainable Collaboration for Singapore’s First Hybrid Wind Farm Crew Transfer Vessel with Strategic Marine at SICC Awards 2023
Sea Forrest Technologies won the Most Sustainable Collaboration Award at the SICC Awards 2023 with collaborative partner, Strategic Marine, to produce Singapore’s first hybrid wind farm crew transfer vessel.
The ceremony, held on October 26, 2023, at Marina Bay Sands, was attended by over 300 guests, including government officials and business leaders, with Mr. Alvin Tan as the Guest-of-Honour.
Sea Forrest Hosts Minister Gan Kim Yong: Unveiling Sustainability Initiatives and Launching ESG Playbook
Sea Forrest hosted Minister Gan Kim Yong and industry representatives on July 28, 2023, showcasing our transformation journey and sustainability initiatives.
CEO George Lee presented innovative solutions like the Green Hybrid Propulsion System and Marine Electrification Training Simulator.
Collaborative projects with industry partners were highlighted, alongside the announcement by Minister Gan of the launch of the “Sustainability Playbook For Enterprises: Embarking On Your ESG Journey”, jointly developed by Enterprise Singapore, Singapore Business Federation, and SkillsFuture Singapore. We express our gratitude to Minister Gan and our partners for their support.