Latest Propulsion News – Page 53
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NewsRotor sails reduce tanker fuel costs
Two 30m tall Norsepower rotor sails have been installed onboard a Maersk Tankers Long Range 2 (LR2) product tanker vessel to targeting a reduction in fuel cost and associated emissions.
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NewsWind as a viable future propulsion technology
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.
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NewsBrunvoll equipment orders focus on hybrid
Brunvoll has won two large equipment packages for a live fish carrier vessel and another plug-in hybrid system for a whale watching and sightseeing vessel.
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NewsTurbocharger service interval predictions
Scientists at the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy have developed a computational model which determines the maintenance intervals for exhaust gas turbochargers.
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NewsCMR’s smart engine solution at SMM
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.
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NewsRolls-Royce improves ice class ship stability
Newly designed Rolls-Royce stabilisation systems will allow ice class ships to benefit from greater stability with higher levels of roll reduction.
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NewsWärtsilä 20 engine attracting multiple orders
Wärtsilä has received 33 Wärtsilä 20 engine orders for merchant auxiliary power applications in three major shipbuilding projects.
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NewsChina’s largest cargo ship is ABB equipped
ABB turbochargers are helping support optimal performance and fuel efficiency for one of the world’s largest container ships COSCO Shipping Universe and the other five units in the series.
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NewsRoyston develops optimum vessel speed tool
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.
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NewsCompletion of first J-ENG 6UEC45LSE-C1 engine
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.
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NewsMAN propulsion for LNG newbuild double
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.
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NewsEPA Tier III for Wärtsilä dual-fuel engine
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.
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NewsEngine lubrication failures soar, study finds
Incorrect lubrication is the most frequent and most expensive cause of main engine damage according to a new report from The Swedish Club.
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NewsEfficient shaft generator for bulk carriers
WE Tech Solutions has supplied its energy efficient Solution One (Economic Operation Solution) together with direct drive permanent magnet shaft generator to Vulica Shipping’s two 68000dwt self-unloader bulk carriers.
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NewsVirgin Voyages chooses ABB electric propulsion
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.
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NewsDiesel carrier conversion reduces emissions
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.
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NewsGerman coaster in prototype Eco-Flettner project
A new rotor sail propulsion system prototype is being installed on general cargo ship ''Fehn Pollux'' in north Germany, reports Germany correspondent Tom Todd
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NewsSolvang order marks milestone for Kongsberg engine control
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.
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NewsThe Switch gears up for offshore hybrid opportunity
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’.
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NewsAdapting to evolving engine demands
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
