- Kongsberg Maritime secured a contract to supply tankers.
- These tankers will employ battery-powered hybrid propulsion.
- Sirius Rederi AB expressed commitment to eco-friendly vessels.
Kongsberg Maritime secured a contract to supply design, engineering, and equipment for two advanced, low-emission 15,000dwt tankers for Sirius Rederi AB, reports Kongsberg.
Battery-Powered Hybrid Propulsion
These tankers will employ battery-powered hybrid propulsion and utilize Kongsberg Maritime’s equipment, enhancing sustainability. This contract extends Kongsberg Maritime’s partnership, as they’re also supplying similar technology for a nine-ship program with Terntank, all to be constructed at China Merchants Jinling Shipyard.
Pros Of This Contract
The vessels aim to provide high sustainability, efficiency, and safety while meeting stringent emission standards.
Highlighted Responses
Sirius Rederi AB expressed commitment to eco-friendly vessels, emphasizing collaboration with Kongsberg Maritime to create a safe and sustainable working environment.China Merchants Jinling Shipyard highlighted the technological advancements achieved in collaboration with Kongsberg Maritime, aiming to continue such progress in future projects.
These new vessels aim for an Energy Efficiency Design Index nearly 40% lower than the 2025 Phase 3 requirements, showcasing their commitment to reducing environmental impact.
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Source: Kongsberg
