A collaboration between BERG Propulsion, shipping and logistics group CMA CGM and ship owner Reederei Rambow has proved pivotal in significant efficiency gains for an 868 TEU container vessel, with the 2007-built ship rejuvenated as one of the top performers in its class, report JLA Media.
Innovative project
In an innovative retrofit project requested by charterer CMA CGM, BERG worked with Rambow on a comprehensive package of efficiency optimization measures onboard Henneke Rambow to match current and anticipated requirements. Recommendations followed a performance review by BERG, analysis of the vessel’s installed propeller and data-based scrutiny of its propulsion system.
According to David Sakandelidze, Account Manager, Energy & Efficiency, BERG Propulsion: “Existing propeller blades were replaced with profiles that are hydrodynamically optimized for the vessel’s full operational profile. The ship’s control systems have also been upgraded to include BERG’s advanced MPC800 propulsion unit with Dynamic Drive. Including a retrofit to the vessel’s four-stroke engine, the integrated solution enables optimal propeller operations at all shaft speeds.”
Sven Rambow, Rambow Bereederungs GmbH & Co. KG, said: “Following this upgrade, Henneke Rambow is demonstrating a remarkable performance improvement which ensures that this vessel will be one of the most efficient of this type for the decade ahead.”
BERG has undertaken a series of retrofits focusing to optimize older ships to ensure that they remain competitive in the era of carbon intensity monitoring and emissions trading.
Martin Linder, Sales Manager, Energy & Efficiency, BERG Propulsion, added: “While there is no one-size-fits-all solution, BERG is helping ship owners by assessing potential efficiency improvement options during this transitional period in ship decarbonization. We look forward to offering the same comprehensive and flexible service across future vessel renewal projects.”
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Source: JLA Media
