Professor Peilin Zhou
Naval Architecture, Ocean and Marine Engineering
Personal statement
I joined the University on 1 April 2001 when I introduced the discipline of marine engineering and developed both undergraduate and postgraduate courses in marine engineering. I am currently Professor of Marine Engineering in the Department. Over the years I also developed several articulation courses with partner Universities in China and Vietnam.
Currently, I am the Director of Postgraduate Taught Programmes in the Department, responsible for PGT admissions and course development.
I have organised a number of international conferences in the UK and Asia. I am Fellow of the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology, Charted engineer, member of a number of international professional bodies. Currently, I am the Director of Postgraduate Taught Programmes.
Prize And Awards
- The Denny Medal
- Recipient
- 16/3/2018
- Fellow of IMarEST
- Recipient
- 2011
- Fellow of RINA
- Recipient
- 2009
Publications
- Pressure–composition design-space optimization of H2-He-Ne working fluids for 20–100 K shipboard LH2 cold-energy recovery
- Liu Yinhua, Zhou Peilin, Wang Haibin, Gu Binteng, Yang Lin
- International Journal of Hydrogen Energy Vol 247 (2026)
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhydene.2026.155803
- Numerical investigation of low-load performance improvement in a marine PFI hydrogen–diesel dual-fuel engine via elevated compression ratio and split injection
- Gu Binteng, Karvounis Panagiotis, Zhou Peilin, Theotokatos Gerasimos, Chen Ning
- Applied Thermal Engineering Vol 302 (2026)
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2026.132067
- Analysis and optimization of diesel injection strategy to minimize unburned hydrogen in a hydrogen–diesel dual-fuel medium-speed marine engine
- Zhou Peilin, Gu Binteng, Chen Ning
- Journal of Marine Science and Application Vol 25, pp. 775-786 (2026)
- https://doi.org/10.1007/s11804-025-00732-2
- Simulation research on working performance of methanol/diesel low-speed engine equipped with integrated MOC + SCR aftertreatment
- Wan Qiqi, Zhu Yuanqing, Liu Huiquan, Zu Xianghuan, Zhou Peilin, Feng Yongming
- International Journal of Engine Research (2026)
- https://doi.org/10.1177/14680874261451522
- A novel 3-dimethylaminopropylamine + N-methyl-2-pyrrolidone low-energy water-lean solvent for onboard CO2 capture : Performance, properties, and capture mechanism
- Zhu Yunlong, Xi Hongyuan, Zhou Song, Wang Zhen, Zhou Weijian, Zhou Peilin, Wang Haibin
- Separation and Purification Technology Vol 385 (2026)
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.seppur.2025.136442
- Regulatory gap analysis for risk-based design of liquefied hydrogen maritime transport vessels
- Park Chybyung, Jang Hayoung, Jeong Byongug, Zhou Peilin, Wang Haibin, Mesbahi Ana, Hwang Insik, Liu Yinhua, Mujeeb-Ahmed MP
- International Journal of Hydrogen Energy Vol 217 (2026)
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhydene.2026.153840
Teaching
Currently, I contribute to teaching to NM102 introduction to Marine Engineering, NM213 Fundamental of Marine Engineering, NM324 Principles and Application of Marine Machinery, NM421 Ship Power Marine Power and Electrical Systems, NM952 Advanced Marine Engineering, NM980 Onboard Energy Management and Marine Environment Protection
Research Interests
My research areas cover many aspects in marine engineering, including marine propulsion system design and efficiency improvement, engine combustion and simulation, combined cycle, marine engines’ NOx, SOx and CO2 emission control, ship ballast water treatment, fuel cells marine application, biodiesel application, life cycle analysis on water-borne transport and shipyard green technology. I have published over 110 research papers including 36 internal referred journal papers.
Professional Activities
- Jonathan Davis
- Host
- 24/11/2017
- International Symposium on Marine Engineering (ISME 2011)
- Participant
- 10/2011
- 9th International Symposium on Marine Navigation and Safety of Sea Transport
- Speaker
- 17/6/2011
- 1st Annual World Congress of Marine Biotechnology
- Participant
- 4/2011
- Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology (External organisation)
- Member
- 2011
- Journal of Marine Science and Application (Journal)
- Editorial board member
- 2011
Projects
- SUSTainable mArine cryogenIc contaiNment for Liquid Hydrogen: a data-driven framework for real-time boil-off rate prediction and boil-off gas management (SUSTAIN-LH2) MSCA-2025-PF
- Zhou, Peilin (Principal Investigator) Jeong, Byongug (Co-investigator) Wang, Haibin (Co-investigator)
- 01-Jan-2026 - 31-Jan-2028
- Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Postdoctoral Fellowship
- Ye, Chao (Principal Investigator) Zhou, Peilin (Administrator)
- Among the broad spectrum of green technologies, hydrogen has emerged as a particularly promising option for achieving the 'near-zero' shipping on a well-to-wake basis. While the feasibility of using hydrogen onboard is generally more straightforward than other carbon-free technologies, its marine cryogenic storage is expected to be essential to advance the onboard hydrogen operations through accurate BOR prediction and robust BOG management.
This project aims to improve researchers' knowledge of marine LH2 storage practice and to propose methods for facilitating the shipping industry' s safe and efficient adoption of hydrogen fuel for 'net-zero' green transition. Specifically, the project addresses 4 research objectives:
RO1: Analyse the influence of insulation configurations, with a focus on unintended thermal bridge effects, on the thermal resistance of marine LH2 storage system;
RO2: Develop a data-driven thermal modelling approach for real-time BOR prediction in marine LH2 storage system, incorporating dynamic sloshing and pressurised conditions at varying fuel levels;
RO3: Develop a BOR-informed decision-making framework with energy, economy, and safety-boundaried optimisation for predictive BOG management in marine LH2 storage system;
RO4: Disseminate research outputs, in the form of scientific knowledge and industry resources to researchers and industry practitioners, enabling them to evaluate and exploit them.
The report from the European MSA highlighted that marine LH2 storage is still in its infancy and remains the most challenging aspect of hydrogen-fuelled shipping. Therefore, I aim to develop systematic methodologies and supporting tools at the host institution to address the emerging gaps in LH2 storage, building on my research experience at DUT and KTH. Through this project, I will engage in a wide range of research activities, enhancing my domain knowledge, research skills, professional network, and practical experience. - 01-Jan-2026 - 31-Jan-2027
- Smart Emissions Analytics With Integrated Shipping Evaluation (SEAWISE)
- Jeong, Byongug (Principal Investigator) Wang, Haibin (Co-investigator) Zhou, Peilin (Co-investigator)
- 01-Jan-2025 - 31-Jan-2026
- ZEROFC: Zero-Emission Fuel Cell Integration in Coastal Shipping- A Technical Feasibility Study
- Wang, Haibin (Principal Investigator) Jeong, Byongug (Co-investigator) Zhou, Peilin (Co-investigator)
- 01-Jan-2025 - 31-Jan-2026
- FLEETfor55 : State-oF-the-art sustainabLe Energy Efficiency Technologies roadmap for waterborne transport towards the fit-for-55 guidance compliance
- Zhou, Peilin (Principal Investigator) Jeong, Byongug (Co-investigator) Wang, Haibin (Co-investigator)
- 01-Jan-2025 - 30-Jan-2028
- Development of AI-Based Digital PlAtform and Service to Enhance Efficiency and Safety for Ships and PORTs (AI-PASSPORT)
- Jeong, Byongug (Principal Investigator) Jang, Hayoung (Academic) Wang, Haibin (Academic) Theotokatos, Gerasimos (Co-investigator) Zhou, Peilin (Co-investigator)
- 01-Jan-2024 - 31-Jan-2026
Contact
Professor
Peilin
Zhou
Naval Architecture, Ocean and Marine Engineering
Email: peilin.zhou@strath.ac.uk
Tel: 548 3344