Propulsion – Page 69

  • The first vessels to be fitted with Wärtsilä's VGP-2013 compliant propulsion package are four 173m BigRoll MC Class module carriers
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    Wärtsilä EAL propulsion package

    2015-05-26T11:54:00Z

    Wärtsilä has developed propulsion systems capable of operating with Environmentally Acceptable Lubricants (EALs) to comply with the US Vessel General Permit 2013 (VGP-2013) for all vessels operating in US waters.

  • Rolls-Royce's concept cruiseships highlight an integrated systems approach that the company says offers big benefits to owners and yards
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    Rolls-Royce unveils integrated cruise concepts

    2015-05-20T13:20:00Z

    A suite of small cruise ship concepts released by Rolls-Royce last month aim to help shipyards and operators find efficiencies while showcasing the company’s ability to provide turnkey system solutions. Gavin Lipsith reports.

  • The Power2 800-M brings two-stage turbocharging to the multi-fuel marine market
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    The power to change

    2015-05-19T08:47:00Z

    Driven to make a choice on future fuels by regulation, yet reined in by plummeting HFO bunker prices, ship owners would be wise to invest in propulsion solutions capable of meeting the challenges of a volatile market, according to ABB Turbocharging.

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    ECA impact on auxiliary engines

    2015-05-18T08:32:00Z

    The switch to ultra low sulphur fuel for ships in emission control areas may not be as big a problem for four-stroke auxiliary engines and gensets as it is for low speed main propulsion units, but operators are still advised to take precautions.

  • Volatile markets demand the flexibility that electric propulsion affords, says ABB marine and ports managing director Heikki Soljama
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    Efficiency thrust for Azipod

    2015-05-18T08:11:00Z

    With the latest line extension in its successful range of gearless thrusters, ABB has sought to combine proven technologies with a very modern focus on energy efficiency and lifecycle cost. Gavin Lipsith reports.

  • The new MAN G45 engine features a fully electronically-controlled system that is said to optimise a vessel’s ‘green’ profile
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    G45 ‘green’ engine gains type approval

    2015-05-14T16:04:00Z

    The world’s first 45-centimetre bore, ultra-long stroke, low-speed engine, MAN B&W 5G45ME-C9.5, has passed its type approval test.

  • The dual-fuel, four-stroke L35/44DF engine will now proceed to factory acceptance testing in Frederikschavn
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    Type approval for MAN four-stroke engine

    2015-05-13T10:31:00Z

    MAN Diesel & Turbo’s new L35/44DF four-stroke engine has been approved by all major classification societies for genset and controllable pitch propeller operation, after type approval tests between 30 March and 2 April.

  • NTNU research vessel 'Gunnerus' was modified to receive the new thrusters for sea trials
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    Rolls-Royce extends PM portfolio

    2015-05-12T11:09:00Z

    A new permanent magnet (PM) azimuth thruster from Rolls-Royce is undergoing sea trials onboard the Norwegian University of Science and Technology’s research vessel ‘Gunnerus’. The Motorship was among press on a recent visit to the vessel in Trondheim.

  • Björn Rosengren, president and CEO of Wärtsilä and Micky Arison, chairman of Carnival Corp seal the partnership
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    Carnival inks optimisation deal with Wärtsilä

    2015-05-09T11:15:00Z

    Carnival Corp is to adopt Wärtsilä’s asset performance optimisiation solution across its fleet under a new partnership that will allow the power and automation company to test new technologies on the cruise conglomerate’s vessels.

  • ‘Ampere’, the first purpose-built all-electric car ferry (photo: Norled)
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    Electric ship moves closer to reality

    2015-05-06T14:29:00Z

    The prospect of the oil-free ship is looking much nearer with the entry into service of all-electric ferry ''Ampere'', developed by Siemens, builder Fjellstrand and operator Norled. Bill Thomson reports.

  • The 50DF engine on ethane fuel meets IMO Tier III NOx emissions without secondary cleaning.
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    Wärtsilä ethane test success

    2015-05-06T08:43:00Z

    Wärtsilä’s four-stroke 50DF engine has been certified to run on liquid ethane gas (LEG) fuel after a successful testing programme in collaboration with petrochemical and gas shipping company Evergas.

  • The propulsion package includes a 1650kW and two 3000kW tunnel thrusters
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    Rolls-Royce power for ice-class MPV

    2015-04-27T12:41:00Z

    Rolls-Royce has secured a contract to supply a power and propulsion package for a high-end ice-class multi-purpose vessel under construction at Keppel Singmarine for Singaporean ship owner New Orient Marine Pte Ltd.

  • CSS's approval in principle marks a major milestone for MAN Diesel and Turbo
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    First approval for MAN Tier III SCR

    2015-04-23T16:23:00Z

    MAN Diesel and Turbo has reached a major milestone after it received award in principle for its SCR system for the entire medium-speed engine portfolio fulfilling IMO Tier III regulations by the China Classification Society (CSS).

  • A pair of PMM1000 machines underwent full-power testing before being delivered for a Wallenius Lines newbuild
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    Permanent magnets unlock efficiency

    2015-04-16T10:12:00Z

    Finnish companies WE Tech and The Switch are partnering to provide energy saving solutions for large ships based on permanent magnet shaft generators and variable frequency drive technology, says Bill Thomson.

  • With a projected running speed of 80 knots, Viking Shiptech hopes its new concept vessel will be able to take on air freight delivery times
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    Container shipping takes to the air

    2015-04-15T16:38:00Z

    An innovative hull form as well as air lift and air lubrication technologies are being combined in a high-speed container ship project that stakeholders hope will allow them to compete with air transport on delivery times. By Dag Pike.

  • ‘Far Sleipner’ is the first vessel equipped with Rolls-Royce’s latest generation dynamic positioning system DP3
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    Rolls-Royce power for 'Far Sleipner'

    2015-04-14T14:30:00Z

    Farstad Shipping ASA newbuild advanced subsea and construction vessel ‘Far Sleipner’ is not only equipped with Rolls-Royce power, it’s the first vessel equipped with its latest generation dynamic positioning system DP3.

  • Becker’s Mewis Duct has proved successful on large ships operating below 18 knots
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    Integrated propulsion design drives efficiency

    2015-04-13T12:28:00Z

    Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) have enabled three companies to offer significant improvements in propulsion efficiency combined with short payback times, writes Bill Thomson.

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    Solar power solution receives ClassNK acceptance

    2015-04-13T11:35:00Z

    Eco Marine Power (EMP) is to release two marine solar power packages after receiving acceptance from ClassNK for its Aquarius system as installed on classed vessels.

  • Niigata and Scana will be marketing the new propulsion package to the offshore market
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    Joint offshore propulsion package

    2015-04-08T12:08:00Z

    Norway''s Scana Volda AS and Japan''s Niigata Power Systems Co. Ltd have signed a business agreement to offer a joint Niigata and Scana propulsion package to the market.

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    MHI-MME releases engine data

    2015-03-31T17:37:00Z

    Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Marine Machinery and Engine Co., Ltd. (MHI-MME) has released UE Engine Technical Data on its website.