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ROLLS-ROYCE AND HURTIGRUTEN TEAM UP IN CRUISESHIP UPGRADE Norwegian cruise ferry operator Hurtigruten hs signed a Letter of Intent with Rolls-Royce for a major environmental upgrade programme to hybrid power. The main engines on up to nine cruise ships will switch from diesel to gas power and the upgrade will also include installation of a hybrid battery system. The deal comprises the supply of equipment to six existing passenger cruise vessels, with an option for a further three. The ships will completely change their power system with the installation of new Rolls-Royce LNG-engines as part of a new hybrid system. The upgrade will enable the former diesel-powered ships to reduce CO2-emissions by at least 25 per cent. Daniel Skjeldam, CEO of Hurtigruten, said: “This is an investment for the future, and a historic day for us, for the environment and for the whole, long Norwegian coastline. The combination of battery packs with the most environmentally friendly and effective gas engines in the market will provide a huge gain for the environment.” Hurtigruten was recently awarded licenses by the Norwegian Government for seven out of 11 coastal ferry routes. The yearround service, on the renowned passenger and cargo route from Bergen in the southwest to Kirkenes in the north, has 34 stops. One of the key requirements from the Government of the route’s operator was a reduction in CO2- emissions. With its plans for a major upgrade, Hurtigruten will be able to continue operating its existing fleet on the route and at the same time meet these new stricter environmental demands. Astrid Opsjøen, Rolls-Royce, Vice President Product Sales & Advanced Offerings, said: “Hurtigruten is planning an upgrade with our newest and most environmentally efficient engine, powered by natural gas. This is another great innovation from our engine factory in Bergen, where we have more than ten years of experience of powering ships purely by gas. Together with other new energy system installations, Hurtigruten will make its older ships work as efficiently and environmentally as if they were new.” The intentional agreement specifies that Rolls-Royce is to deliver two of its Bergen B36:45L&PG gas engines as the main engines to each ship. These LNG engines set a new standard in power and efficiency with exceptionally low emissions of NOx, CO2, SOx and particulates. Rolls-Royce will also supply the latest electrical power SAVe Cube system, designed with a single integrated drive switchboard for the whole vessel. Additional battery power will also be installed, making the ships hybrid powered and contributing to making them even more environmentallyfriendly. The propulsion system is planned to also include the Promas system, which combines rudder and propeller into one fuel efficient unit. MEYER DELIVERS BLISS Germany’s Meyer Werft has handed over the 167,800grt Norwegian Bliss to Norwegian Cruise Line (Miami, USA) following extensive testing of all machinery and systems, sea trials and intensive crew training both at sea and in the Dutch port of Eemshaven. Norwegian Bliss is the 11th ship built for Norwegian Cruise Line by the Papenburg based shipyard. 20
DAMEN DREDGING EQUIPMENT ROLLS OUT NEW DOP DREDGER Damen Dredging Equipment has launched a new DOP Dredger Series following the success of its DOP submersible dredge pump, which has arguably proven its versatility in applications around the world. Olivier Marcus, Damen Product Director Dredging, explained: “The knowledge and" experience we have gained over the years has now led to The International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) has cited quality, modernisation and transparency as the way forward for its members as the shipping industry faces a complex and increasingly competitive future. “IACS and its twelve Member societies need to act as a guide for the shipping industry, identifying the path for others to follow, said IACS Chairman Knut Ørbeck-Nilssen in the association’s 2017 Annual Review. “When many in the maritime community feel like their businesses are in dire straits, IACS and its Members, the top classification societies, need to be a beacon of light setting the course ahead – with modern requirements, transparent processes and the highest quality of service.” The three themes of IACS’ strategy build on the work done by the organisation and its Member classification societies last year and position the Association well for the many challenges that lie ahead, he said. 2017 highlights include achieving full compliance with the International Maritime the development of a new standard series of DOP Dredgers focusing on maximum sand production at significant depths and practical transport and assembly due to the limited unit weights.” In recent years there has been more demand for specialised dredgers from hydroelectric dam/water reservoir operators, sand mining companies, and dredging companies carrying out sand winning for reclamation projects Marcus said: “There are probably tens of thousands of hydropower dams and water reservoirs in the world built in CLASSIFICATION & GUIDANCE MODERNITY AND TRANSPARENCY THE BEDROCK FOR THE FUTURE Organisation’s Goal Based Standards; ongoing industry involvement in cyber security and autonomy; and the launch of new membership criteria. Ørbeck-Nilssen said: “2017 was a year in which the maritime world’s key players had to get to grips with tectonic changes in markets, regulations and technology. I am proud to say that both IACS and its Member societies rose to that challenge with their work across the year. “Together we achieved significant progress in modernising the concept of class and in adapting to the digital transformation of our industry. “In IACS, we strive to ensure that our own standards allow for innovative practices that utilise the flexibility available within ship regulations while maintaining highquality and delivering on our unceasing commitment to a safer and more secure maritime world. “IACS’ 2017 Annual Review testifies to these endeavours, as well as offering a roadmap for how the organisation and its members will ensure they continue to provide, the last decades. As the flow of the river is dramatically reduced, the sediment it carries settles by the dam. The DOP dredger is ideal to tackle dam maintenance work.” DOP dredgers are also very good for deep sand winning. Mining companies are going deeper and deeper for minerals. And separately, there is a lot more land reclamation taking place. “The DOP dredger, with the submerged DOP pump, can go much deeper to win sand when compared to a Cutter Suction Dredger,” said Marcus. The new series makes use of the standard DOP 150, 200, 250 and 350, which have a mixture capacity ranging from 600m3/h to 2,400 m3/h. openly and transparently, the highest quality classification services to the maritime industry.” Robert Ashdown, IACS’ Secretary General, added: “With the maritime industry facing complex and competing demands, IACS continues to play a leading role by bringing familiar technical assurance processes to bear against new and unfamiliar technologies. “Our 2017 Annual Review showcases the work that IACS’ Member societies have undertaken in this respect, while also emphasising our continuous commitment to quality operations and, by way of the Class data provided, to acting in an ever more transparent way.” 21
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