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The 95-metre vessels of MMC 897 CD design, will showcase Kongsberg Maritime’s system integration capabilities in full.
To achieve the most energy-efficient vessel operation while maintaining high levels of safety, the ten vessels will each feature a fully integrated electrical system, propulsion, and energy controls. This integration ensures that all components work seamlessly together to optimise performance and safety.
The propulsion system for each vessel will comprise of two US 255 azimuth thrusters , a single ULE PM 155 retractable azimuth thruste r and two TT2200 tunnel thrusters , all powered by permanent magnet motors .
The DC hybrid electrical powerplant will include generators , DC-switchboard , transformers and Energy Storage Systems , and is fully integrated with the propulsion system and the DP to optimise operability, performance and fuel efficiency.
Zheng Jinzhu, General Manager, Fujian Mawei Shipbuilding Ltd added: "The partnership between Fujian Mawei Shipbuilding Ltd and Kongsberg Maritime has a long history. The cooperation between the two sides of this project is rooted in Kongsbergs cutting-edge technology, know-how and proven track record with customers worldwide. We look forward to further collaboration with Kongsbergs team experts for the successful delivery of the new vessels.”
Not only Kongsberg Maritime is in the news with major new contract.
The three 154.000 dead weight tonne shuttle tankers will have a length of 276 meters and become Daehan Shipbuilding new building no. 5801, 5802, and 5803.
After completion the vessels will enter into a long-term charter agreement with the Brazilian energy company Petrobras.
Source: https://www.brunvoll.no/