Objectives: To define the user and functional requirements for the Digital Twin (DT)-enabled Decision Support System (DSS) framework and establish an innovative evaluation methodology for System of Systems (SoS)-DT, incorporating KPIs to measure ship performance and aid in creating 'best practices' for the DT ecosystem (including IoT architecture, interoperability, and applications) in shipping. 

Deliverables

• D1.1    DT/DSS Functional & User Requirements
• D1.2    KPIs for Quantifying Ship Performance
• D1.3    SoS DT Model Evaluation Methodology 

Objectives: To enhance the VesselAI digital platform into a holistic data management system, equipped with communication, storage, and security features to process diverse data sets for TwinShip. This involves setting efficient data collection protocols, maintaining data quality, and enabling smooth information exchange to build precise and dependable DT models of Pilot vessels.

Deliverables

• D2.1    Initial VesselAI Platform Evaluation/Risk Assessment
• D2.2    VesselAI Existing Data Standards & Platform Modifications
• D2.3    Platform Testing with Data Functionality, Performance, Interoperability and Reliability Assurance
• D2.4    Initial Data Quality Governance Strategy
• D2.5    Adv. VesselAI User Manual

Objectives: To create the Vessel Data Cloud Space (VDCS) using Engine Propeller Combinator Diagrams (EPCDs) for Pilot vessels, leveraging hydrodynamic models and multi-physics simulations to systematically manage data on existing and emerging green fuel & technologies. This setup will enable AI and Machine Learning (ML)-driven analysis, aiding in the creation and enhancement of DT models for Pilot vessels.

Deliverables

• D3.1    Initial EPCD for Pilot Vessels (Level 1)
• D3.2    Updated EPCD for Pilot Vessels (Level 2) Current & Emerging Green Fuel and Technology
• D3.3    Innovative EPCD for a Futuristic Vessel Concept (Level 3)
• D3.4    VDCS for Level 1, 2, 3 DTs

Objectives: To create and test advanced green DT models incorporating multi-physics simulations and detailed data structures for various vessels, ship systems, and green fuel & technologies. 4 DT models, including 3 Pilot vessels and a futuristic vessel, will be developed and applied in real-world settings to prove the framework's efficacy and showcase the innovation's impact on ship operations.

Deliverables

• D4.1    Initial DT Model Architecture
• D4.2    DT Model Development Rules
• D4.3    DT Prototypes for Pilot Vessels
• D4.4    Data Quality Governance Strategy
• D4.5    DT Model Evaluation Methodology/Evaluation Results
• D4.6    Simulation Ready DT Prototypes for Pilot Vessels

Objectives: To create a unified DSS by integrating advanced simulation tools with the DT/DSS framework, offering detailed environmental and commercial performance predictions. This system will assist ship designers, owners, and operators in making informed decisions about adopting green fuels & technologies for immediate & long-term planning.

Deliverables

• D5.1    VesselAI Platform Modification for DSS
• D5.2    Onboard DSS - Voyage optimization API & Users Manual
• D5.3    Onshore DSS - LCCA and EIA API, & Users Manual
• D5.4    DT Port connected Onboard DSS  – updated Voyage optimization API, & User’s Manual
• D5.5    DT-enabled DSS Training Materials & Training Workshops

Objectives: To demonstrate the performance of the DT/DSS framework in a real-world environment, verifying the TwinShip innovation’s capacity to increase vessel energy efficiency and reduce emissions, and also to increase the confidence of investors concerning the cost-benefits accrued through current and emerging green fuel and technologies.

Deliverables

• D6.1    Vessel Demonstrations with DT/DSS Installation Certification
• D6.2    Economic & Environmental Impact Analysis on Current and Emerging Green Fuel & Technologies
• D6.3    DT/DSS Evaluation Results and Stakeholders Feedback
• D6.4    The Future Impact on IMO Emission Reduction Targets

Objectives: To broadly share and apply TwinShip results, targeting wide industry, policymaker, and public engagement. This includes promoting green marine fuel advancements, and operational improvements, and maximizing visibility to drive adoption and impact across sectors.

Deliverables

• D7.1    DE&C Plan & Materials
• D7.2    Project Website & Social Media Accounts & COMMs Materials
• D7.3    Public, Industry & Academic Outreach Progress and Materials
• D7.4    Stakeholder Engagement and Feedback Summary
• D7.5    Open-source codes for the VesselAI platform & its tools
• D7.6    Business Plan

Objectives: To streamline TwinShip execution through comprehensive project governance, including risk and financial oversight, adherence to timelines, internal communication, collaboration with similar initiatives, research data management per FAIR principles, and support for DE&C efforts.

Deliverables

• D8.1    Project Governance Document
• D8.2    Interim & Final Project Document
• D8.3    Financial & Risk Mitigation Strategy (Annual updates)
• D8.4    Data Management Plan & Auditing - First Version-July-2025, (Bi-annual updates)
• D8.5    DT Recommended Standards Activities and Procedures