Silverstream Technologies has been named ‘Most Innovative Company of the Year’ at the China-Britain Business Council (CBBC) Business Awards, recognising the company’s continued advancement of clean maritime technology and its growing contribution to shipping decarbonisation.Presented during the CBBC’s Chinese Shakespeare Supper 2026 in London, the award recognises not only Silverstream’s continued commitment to innovation, but also the company’s contribution to strengthening commercial relationships and collaboration between the UK and China through its growing presence across the global maritime industry. The event brought together representatives from leading British and Chinese businesses and institutions to celebrate and strengthen commercial ties between the two countries.Headquartered in London, Silverstream has established itself as one of the shipping industry’s leading operational energy efficiency providers. Its patented Silverstream® System reduces frictional resistance between the hull and water through the generation of microbubbles beneath the vessel, enabling fuel savings and lower CO₂ emissions across a wide range of vessel segments and operating conditions.As of today, the Silverstream® System has accumulated more than 600,000 estimated running hours at sea — equivalent to approximately 74 years of continuous operation. The milestone reflects a depth of operational experience unmatched within the energy efficiency market and demonstrates the maturity, reliability and…

With more than two decades of international experience spanning rail technology, electric mobility and advanced engineering, Julian Zhu brings a global perspective to Silverstream’s expansion in Asia. As Chief Regional Officer – Asia, he is focused on building strong partnerships, accelerating adoption of energy-efficiency technologies and positioning Silverstream to support China’s rapidly evolving maritime sector. In the conversation below, he reflects on his leadership philosophy, career journey and ambitions for the company’s growth in the region.How would you describe your leadership style, and what culture are you looking to build within the China team?Since I joined the team last year, one of the key priorities has been to continue strengthening our local presence in China, expanding our capabilities to better support customers in the region. This includes developing our aftermarket service offering and enhancing digital and performance analysis capabilities, as well as enabling shipowners to better understand and optimise vessel efficiency. At the same time, we are focused on deepening collaboration with shipowners and shipyards across China and the wider Asian market. By working more closely with partners and supporting projects locally, we aim to accelerate the adoption of energy efficiency technologies and contribute to the industry’s transition toward more…

As Chief Regional Officer – Asia at Silverstream Technologies, Julian Zhu is leading the company’s expansion across one of the most dynamic maritime markets in the world. In this conversation, he discusses China’s accelerating push toward decarbonisation, the sectors offering the strongest growth potential and how energy efficiency technologies such as air lubrication are becoming essential tools in the transition to greener shipping.The Year of the Horse symbolises energy, drive and forward momentum. What are your key priorities for Silverstream in China in the year ahead?Our first priority is to further deepen cooperation with both shipowners and shipyards across China in order to deliver advanced energy-efficiency solutions to the market. At the same time, we are strengthening our local capabilities in China. This includes expanding aftermarket service capacity and further developing our data and digital capabilities. Artificial intelligence will increasingly support the processing and interpretation of vessel performance data, allowing operators to better understand how efficiency technologies perform in real operations. By combining strong local partnerships with advanced digital tools, we aim to accelerate adoption of energy-saving technologies throughout the region.China’s maritime and shipping sectors are evolving rapidly. What major developments will most influence the market over the next three…