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approximately 8 % less water resistance than with a traditional propeller system .
Dani Lindberg confirms that Glory ’ s Azipod propellers and other technical innovations save considerable time in port , giving the ship leeway in terms of keeping to the timetable .
“ Every minute saved in port results in fewer emissions during the sea journey . We also do daily route planning , which means we modify our journey based on weather conditions and timetables ,” adds Lindberg .
CHAMPIONING RESPONSIBLE SAILING
Gustaf Eklund , who is Head of Development at Viking Line and in charge of developing the concept for the new ship , com-
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