Retrofit

KCC to equip four new ships with Silverstream air lubrication technology

Technology will be first installed on CLEANBUs “Barracuda” and “Barramundi”, with CABUs “Balboa” and “Baffin” due to follow; vessels will join the already outfitted “MV Ballard” and upcoming “MV Baru”.

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10 months ago

November 20, 2023

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KCC to equip four new ships with Silverstream air lubrication technology

Klaveness Combination Carriers (KCC) on Wednesday (15 November) announced a deal has been agreed to retrofit four additional vessels with the Silverstream® System, the air lubrication technology that reduces fuel consumption and the subsequent CO2 emissions.

The technology will be first installed on CLEANBUs Barracuda and Barramundi, with CABUs Balboa and Baffin due to follow. The vessels will join the already outfitted MV Ballard and upcoming MV Baru, bringing the total number of KCC vessels fitted with Silverstream’s technology to six.

The Silverstream® System utilises a series of air release units (ARUs) located along the flat bottom of the vessel. Oil-free compressors generate pressurised air that is sent through the ARUs, creating a layer of microbubbles that lubricate the hull, thereby reducing the friction between the hull and water. This reduction leads to a decrease in net fuel consumption and the subsequent CO2 emissions.

KCC CEO Engebret Dahm, said: “Improving the energy efficiency of our fleet through proven and reliable technologies is crucial to our commitment of delivering cost-effective decarbonization for our customers. Early performance data from the first installation of the Silverstream solution on MV Ballard in September confirms a fuel consumption reduction in line with our expectations. We look forward to expanding its rollout.”

Silverstream Technologies Founder & CEO Noah Silberschmidt, said: “Our collaboration with KCC goes from strength to strength. They are a great collaboration partner for Silverstream Technologies and we are proud to support them on their journey towards net zero. The wet and dry bulk segment is an important one for Silverstream and we are pleased to be able to demonstrate the savings our Silverstream® System achieves in-service on these efficient combination carriers.”

It is expected the Silverstream solution will reduce emissions by an average of 5-7% on KCC’s vessels. In combination with the other energy efficiency measures underway in the fleet, this figure ranges approximately 15% when compared against performance as newbuilds. In addition to the agreed four vessels, KCC carries options for vessels built 2016-2021 to also equip the technology.

Photo credit: Klaveness Combination Carriers
Published: 20 November, 2023

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CCS held a ceremony to award the first certificates for a modified methanol dual-fuel engine product and an eco-friendly marine engine to “Lingxian 1”, a domestic vessel owned by Zheneng Mailing.

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China: CCS awards first certificates for retrofitting of methanol dual-fuel engine

China Classification Society on Thursday (29 August) said it has awarded its first certificates for a modified methanol dual-fuel engine product and an eco-friendly marine engine to the Lingxian 1 , a domestic vessel owned by Zheneng Mailing.

The ceremony was held at the CCS Zhejiang Branch on 19 August

This certification marks another important achievement of CCS in assisting the localisation of China’s green energy core equipment.

“It indicates that CCS has taken a solid step forward in guaranteeing China’s green energy security,”the organisation said in its statement

CCS said it will continue to leverage its technological advantages and actively collaborate with relevant enterprises to promote the recognition and survey of high-pressure direct-injection diesel engines in methanol cylinders, and the retrofitting of the operating ship diesel engine.

Photo credit: China Classification Society
Published: 3 September, 2024

Retrofit

X-Press Feeders takes delivery of world’s first methanol dual-fuel retrofit boxship

PaxOcean Engineering Zhoushan said “ECO UMANDE” was the world’s first operating container ship to be retrofitted with a methanol dual-fuelled propulsion system.

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June 28, 2024

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X-Press Feeders takes delivery of world’s first methanol dual-fuel retrofit boxship

PaxOcean Engineering Zhoushan on Sunday (23 June) delivered the container ship ECO UMANDE after converting it to a methanol dual-fuel ship to Singapore shipowner X-Press Feeders.

PaxOcean Engineering said the 1,170TEU feeder ship was the world’s first operating container ship to be retrofitted with a methanol dual-fuelled propulsion system.

The ship was delivered by Chinese shipyard New Dayang Shipbuilding in early March this year and X-Press Feeders appointed PaxOcean Engineering Zhoushan to carry out the methanol retrofit shortly after the delivery.

The ship uses the world's first 5S50ME methanol dual-fuel main engine newly developed by MAN of Germany, equipped with shaft-driven generators, adjustable propellers, suspended flap rudders and other energy-saving devices.

PaxOcean Engineering Zhoushan said that the main engine dual-fuel modification is the key to the transformation, which requires the installation of seven new systems for methanol fuel and nitrogen in the original ship space.

Disclaimer: The above article published by Manifold Times was sourced from China’s domestic market through a local correspondent. While considerable efforts have been taken to verify its accuracy through a professional translator and processed from sources believed to be reliable, no warranty is made regarding the accuracy, completeness and reliability of any information.

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Published: 28 June, 2024

Alternative Fuels

Specs Corporation to be official Auramarine sales rep for fuel supply units in South Korea

This includes its conventional systems, as well as its specialist solutions for methanol and ammonia bunker fuels, and will be applicable for newbuildings, retrofits, commissioning and maintenance services.

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Auramarine, provider of marine fuel supply systems, on Wednesday (15 April) has announced that it has signed a representative agreement with Specs Corporation Ltd., a Korean marine equipment and services provider.

The firm said the strategic partnership underscores Auramarine’s commitment to delivering solutions to the maritime sector and strengthens the company’s presence in the South Korean market.

Under the terms of the agreement, Specs Corporation will serve as an official Auramarine sales representative for its fuel supply units. This includes its conventional systems, as well as its specialist solutions for methanol and ammonia, and will be applicable for newbuildings, retrofits, commissioning and maintenance services.

The collaboration will enable Auramarine to leverage Specs Corporation’s extensive network and expertise in providing services to South Korean shipyards, engine manufacturers and ship owners.

John Bergman, CEO of Auramarine, said: “We are delighted to embark on this journey with Specs Corporation as our trusted partner in the important South Korean market.”

“They have been serving engine manufacturers for a long time, have close and collaborative relationships with shipowners and shipyards and a deep knowledge of exactly what is required from fuel supply systems.”

“Importantly, Spec’s established reputation and forward-thinking vision align seamlessly with our own, making them an ideal partner.”

Mr. Leeman Lee, President of Specs Corporation Ltd, also said: “Spec Corporation’s mission is based on providing superior performance, service, and solutions to ensure customer satisfaction.”

“We are delighted to welcome Auramarine to our portfolio of market-leading technologies.”

“We both share the drive to be a part of the energy transition within the industry and this collaboration, which includes fuel supply systems for methanol and ammonia, represents a clear step forward in our commitment to offering cutting-edge solutions to the South Korean maritime industry that drive increased sustainability.”

Photo credit: Auramarine
Published: 16 May 2024