Ice trial success for oblique icebreaker

2015-04-14T17:29:00

Baltika's unique asymmetric hull allows it to break ice sideways to create wider channels

Icebreaking rescue vessel ''Baltika'', developed by Aker Arctic, has completed ice trials testing its unique asymmetric hull, which allows the ship to break ice sideways to create wide channels.

Continue this article…

Already subscribed? SIGN IN now

V2-MS

Sign up for FREE to continue this article!

Want to read more before deciding on a subscription? It only takes a minute to sign up for a free account and you’ll get to enjoy:

  • Weekly newsletters providing valuable news and information on the shipping sector
  • Full access to our news archive
  • Live and archived webinars, podcasts and videos
  • Articles on innovations and current trends in the shipping industry
  • Our extensive archive of data, research and intelligence

Get more free content sign up today

Ready to subscribe? Choose from one of our subscription packages for unlimited access!