Sallaum Lines DMCC Dubai has become the first Middle East operator to sign up for Wärtsilä’s Decarbonisation Programme, reads a Wärtsilä release.
Wärtsilä Decarbonisation Programme
Under the terms of the agreement, which was booked by Wärtsilä in August this year, two Sallaum Lines vessels have been selected for the programme – the 183-metre-long Silver Queen and Silver Sky Pure Car/Truck Carrier (PCTCs), each of which can carry 4,900 cars. The delivery time for the programme is three months.
Among the potential solutions available through the Decarbonisation Programme are Wärtsilä’s energy saving solutions, as well as the introduction of alternative low- and zero-carbon fuels.
Puneet Arora, Technical Manager – Sallaum Lines, commented: ‘This is an important step forward for us towards achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. We are familiar with Wärtsilä’s capabilities in maximising operational efficiency and minimising environmental impact, and we look forward to benefitting from their experience and technical know-how.’
Rajan Khanna, Head of Sales, Middle East – Wärtsilä Marine Power, added: ‘Decarbonisation is a central pillar of Wärtsilä’s customer support strategy. With this order from Sallaum Lines, we are helping to shape a sustainable future for the marine sector in the Middle East. Many companies in the region are in the early stages of their decarbonisation journey, and with this programme we can support and help them to invest in the most appropriate solutions for their particular vessels.’
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Source: Wartsila
