2-Stroke and 4-Stroke – Page 33

  • Norsepower is an advocate of auxiliary wind propulsion Photo: Norsepower
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    Wind as a viable future propulsion technology

    2018-08-22T14:25:00Z

    Wind propulsion technologies are emerging as one option which can help cut fuel costs significantly, make vessels compliant with existing and impending emission regulations and create energy security and long-term resilience in a volatile market.

  • CMR technology utilises next-generation equipment and software Photo: CMR Group
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    CMR’s smart engine solution at SMM

    2018-08-13T11:45:00Z

    New generation smart engine and IAMCS integrated marine console technologies will be the focus of control and power management specialist, CMR Group’s stand at this year’s SMM exhibition.

  • The Stabilisation-at-Rest (SAR) system employs active fin control technology and advanced hydrodynamic design Photo: Rolls-Royce
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    Rolls-Royce improves ice class ship stability

    2018-08-09T11:14:00Z

    Newly designed Rolls-Royce stabilisation systems will allow ice class ships to benefit from greater stability with higher levels of roll reduction.

  • The upgraded Wärtsilä 20 Generating Set Photo: Wärtsilä
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    Wärtsilä 20 engine attracting multiple orders

    2018-07-30T11:25:00Z

    Wärtsilä has received 33 Wärtsilä 20 engine orders for merchant auxiliary power applications in three major shipbuilding projects.

  • Ecospeed calculates a unique optimum performance profile for individual vessels by taking into account a range of shipping data Photo: Royston
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    Royston develops optimum vessel speed tool

    2018-07-24T13:45:00Z

    Diesel power specialist Royston has developed an innovative analysis tool as part of its enginei electronic fuel management system to enable operators to maintain optimum vessel speeds for efficient fuel usage.

  • J-ENG 6UEC45LSE-C1 engine
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    Completion of first J-ENG 6UEC45LSE-C1 engine

    2018-07-16T16:35:00Z

    Japan Engine Corporation (J-ENG) has successfully finished the shop test of the first 6UEC45LSE-C1 engine to be installed in a Kanda Shipbuilding-built Ro-Ro vessel.

  • MAN Energy Solutions will deliver propulsion solutions for new 2,525-teu Pasha Hawaii LNG containerships
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    MAN propulsion for LNG newbuild double

    2018-07-11T13:37:00Z

    MAN Energy Solutions will deliver propulsion solutions for two new 2,525-teu LNG containership newbuilds which should dramatically reduce environmental impact and increase fuel efficiency for their operator.

  • The A 6-cylinder Wärtsilä 34DF dual-fuel engine Photo: Wärtsilä
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    EPA Tier III for Wärtsilä dual-fuel engine

    2018-07-10T15:00:00Z

    Wärtsilä’s 34DF dual-fuel engine has been awarded the US EPA Tier III certification for diesel mode operation when installed together with the Wärtsilä NOx Reducer (NOR) system.

  • WIth an average claim of US$763,320, getting engine lubrication wrong can be a costly business. Credit: The Swedish Club
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    Engine lubrication failures soar, study finds

    2018-06-27T04:06:00Z

    Incorrect lubrication is the most frequent and most expensive cause of main engine damage according to a new report from The Swedish Club.

  • A diesel-electric configuration with four engines and two Azipod units will deliver 32MW of propulsion power on Virgin Voyages' newbuilds
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    Virgin Voyages chooses ABB electric propulsion

    2018-06-25T12:15:00Z

    Fledgling cruise line Virgin Voyages has selected the propulsion configuration for its three ships under construction at Fincantieri’s Genoa yard, with ABB playing a key role.

  • SS John G. Munson
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    Diesel carrier conversion reduces emissions

    2018-06-07T11:52:00Z

    The 26,260dwt Great Lakes Fleet-managed bulk carrier SS John G. Munson has successfully finished its first season as a diesel-powered ship following a 12-month power conversion project.

  • Fehn Pollux is first to try out new Eco-Flettner system
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    German coaster in prototype Eco-Flettner project

    2018-06-04T07:59:00Z

    A new rotor sail propulsion system prototype is being installed on general cargo ship ''Fehn Pollux'' in north Germany, reports Germany correspondent Tom Todd

  • The ten thousandth delivery of Kongsberg's AutoChief engine control system will be installed on a Solvang LEG carrier
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    Solvang order marks milestone for Kongsberg engine control

    2018-05-24T09:34:00Z

    Kongsberg is to install its AutoChief engine control and safety system on a new liquefied ethane gas (LEG) carrier being built for Norwegian tanker company Solvang at Hyundai Mipo Dockyard.

  • The DC Hub enables generators to run at optimal efficiency with batteries picking up any excess load
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    The Switch gears up for offshore hybrid opportunity

    2018-05-18T12:45:00Z

    The Switch has completed the factory acceptance test for a critical component of its DC Hub system, which has been ordered by an undisclosed ship owner to optimise hybrid propulsion on an ‘advanced offshore vessel’.

  • "Heavy fuel oil was the standard for the last 30 years, and the new standard in our eyes should be LNG" Dominik Schneiter, vice president research & development, WinGD
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    Adapting to evolving engine demands

    2018-05-17T11:20:00Z

    As emissions regulations drive a transformation in the technical demands of the shipping industry, WinGD is mapping its view of future engine design. Dominik Schneiter, vice president, research and development, outlines the company’s priorities

  • The Integrated L-drive electric propulsion solution was chosen for 'Volt Processor' both for its efficient and flexible power supply and its compact size
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    First Veth Integrated L drive delivered to Damen fish farm service vessel

    2018-05-09T16:50:00Z

    Veth has delivered its first Integrated L-drive to Damen Shipyards’ Volt Processor fish farm service vessel following successful sea trials.

  • The ultra-long stroke G95 engine will power eleven 23,000 teu container ships under construction for MSC
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    MAN G-type engines for MSC newbuilds

    2018-04-17T10:01:00Z

    MAN Diesel & Turbo has won an order from Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) to equip 11 ultra large containerships with G-type two-stroke engines and auxiliary engines.

  • Viking Grace
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    First Rotor Sail 'Viking Grace' trip

    2018-04-11T15:13:00Z

    Viking Line’s M/S ''Viking Grace'' has become the first passenger vessel to operate with a Norsepower Oy Rotor Sail to harness wind power for propulsion.

  • MTU Yuchai Power has produced it first MTU Series 4000 engine
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    First MTU Series 4000 rolls off production line

    2018-04-10T12:27:00Z

    MTU Yuchai Power, a joint venture set up between Rolls-Royce Power Systems and the Chinese diesel engine manufacturer Guangxi Yuchai Machinery Company, has produced it first MTU Series 4000 engine.

  • Norsepower’s Rotor Sails could help reduce emissions by 10 to 15% per ship
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    Wind power to aid shipping emissions reduction

    2018-04-05T13:17:00Z

    Wind power is ready to play its part to help shipping meet Paris-aligned greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction targets set by the IMO.