CSL, India’s top shipbuilding facility, has ordered MAN 12V175D-MEV GenSets for Samskip’s SeaShuttle feeder container ships. These vessels, pioneering hydrogen-based energy systems, employ the GenSets as backup for a diesel-electric propulsion setup.
Green Logistics
In the company’s own press release, Are Gråthen, CEO, Samskip Norway, said:
“Samskip is very proud to take the lead role in pioneering the SeaShuttle initiative as part of its ‘making green logistics easy’ strategy. [This] provides a platform to make emissions-free container shipping a reality. […] In line with commitments given at COP26 Clydebank Declaration, SeaShuttle would create what amounted to one of Europe’s first zero-emission ‘green corridors’.”
Shipping Features
The 135m, 500 TEU ships, due in Q3 and Q4 2025, will link Oslo Fjord to Rotterdam, covering around 700 nautical miles. These vessels offer remote control capability and readiness for autonomy.
Efficiency and Eco-Friendly
MAN Energy Solutions’ engines for this project are adaptable to eco-friendly bio-fuels like HVO and B100, showcasing dedication to decarbonization.
With high efficiency, low emissions, and the lowest total cost of ownership, the engines also integrate compact, closed-loop SCR systems and boast remarkable lube-oil efficiency with extended intervals between overhauls.
MAN 175D engine
MAN Energy Solutions introduces the versatile MAN 175D engine range, available in 12-, 16-, and 20-cylinder variants, catering to diverse maritime needs. With outputs from 1,500 to 4,400 kW, it’s optimized for ferries, tugs, and more.
The engine prioritizes eco-friendliness, designed for low fuel consumption and meeting stringent emission standards. Cleared for future biofuels like FAME and HVO, it extends its application to various marine sectors, including superyachts and naval applications.
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Source: MAN Energy Solutions
