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The decrease in fuel consumption has a positive impact on the Spirit of Tasmania ’ s efforts to realise its environmental values .
“ While there are some very minor works to be completed by RMC , we are delighted with the vessel that we are taking possession of . We know Spirit of Tasmania IV will serve Tasmania and all those who travel on her between mainland Australia and the island State very well . We are excited to take this next significant step in the project .”
“ Spirit of Tasmania IV is the first of its kind in many aspects and is equipped with several customised solutions designed in accordance to the client ’ s wishes . Among other things , the ship is the first car and passenger ferry of this size with dual-fuel engines that mechanically rotate the ship ’ s two propellers . It is important that TT-Line has been closely involved in the design of the ship from the very beginning , since it has enabled us to consider the technology solutions they require and the vessel ’ s demanding operating conditions ,” says Mika Nieminen , CEO and President of RMC .
Johanna Kaijo , Project Manager for RMC ’ s Spirit of Tasmania vessel builds , explains that the project has required many innovative solutions , for example , to meet the natural conservation values required by the Tasmanian authorities , to take into account Tasmania ’ s environmental standards and to optimise seagoing properties of the hull design and strength dimensioning .
“ This is a particularly demanding route through potentially stormy seas , requiring special solutions in the planning and building of ships for the specific Bass Strait conditions . For example , especially large stabilizers ensure the best possible travel comfort in heavy swells . In addition , special attention was given to keeping vibration and noise levels low as part of the ship ’ s design . A significant amount of interior furnishings and materials were sourced from Tasmania in order for the ship to better reflect its home country ,” says Johanna Kaijo .
Spirit of Tasmania IV is the first ship in the world to have the circuit breakers and switches of the ship ’ s electrical power distribution realised using an integrated bus solution . This helps conserve fuel and facilitates the tracking of energy savings . The system was implemented by the Kankaan-
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