TIM TIM eMagazine Vol Vol . 1 . Issue 1 125 insight . Commenting on the partnership , Tuomas Riski , CEO , Norsepower , said :
“ We are privileged and excited to be collaborating with Maersk Tankers , Shell , and the ETI on this project . We are optimistic that support for this trial from these industry leading organisations will open up the market for our technology to a larger number of long-range product tanker vessels – paving the way for ship fuel efficiencies , and ultimately reducing emissions , including greenhouse gases . As an abundant and free renewable energy , wind power has a role to play in supporting the shipping industry to reduce its fuel consumption and meet impending carbon reduction targets .” Tommy Thomassen , Chief Technical Officer , Maersk Tankers , explained :
“ Together with our partners , we have the opportunity to deploy an innovative technology that can improve fuel efficiency on our LR2 product tanker vessels and help to reduce their environmental impact . We look forward to contributing to the project , and sharing our decades of experience and knowledge within safety and tanker operations .”
Karrie Trauth , General Manager , Technology & Innovation , Shell Shipping & Maritime , commented :
“ At Shell , we believe that innovation and technology are key
Maersk Tankers will supply a 109,647-deadweight tonne ( DWT ) Long Range 2 ( LR2 ) product tanker vessel which will be retrofitted with two 30m tall by 5m diameter Norsepower Rotor Sails . Combined , these are expected to reduce average fuel consumption on typical global shipping routes by 7-10 %.
elements to improving the efficiency and environmental performance of shipping operations . We look forward to using our shipping and technical expertise to support this trial .”
Andrew Scott , Programme Manager HDV marine and offshore renewable energy , The Energy Technologies Institute ( ETI ), added :
“ Flettner rotors have the potential to reduce ship fuel consumption substantially , especially on tankers and dry bulk carriers . It is one of the few fuel saving technologies that could offer double digit percentage improvements . To date , there has been insufficient full scale demonstration on a suitable ocean going marine vessel to prove the technology benefits and operational impact . Demonstrating the technology in this project will make it more attractive to shipping companies and investors , and could play a significant role in reducing the fuel costs and improving the environmental impact of shipping in the future .”
The Norsepower Rotor Sail Solution is a modernised version of the Flettner rotor – a spinning cylinder that uses the Magnus effect to harness wind power to propel a ship . Each Rotor Sail is made using the latest intelligent lightweight composite sandwich materials , and offers a simple yet robust hi-tech solution . When wind conditions are favourable , the main engines can be throttled back , providing a net fuel cost and emission savings , while not impacting scheduling . Independent experts will analyse the data gathered from the project before publishing technical and operational insights , and performance studies .
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