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Technology group Wärtsilä will provide its EnergoFlow system and Fixed Pitch Propellers (FPP) for three Pure Car and Truck Carrier (PCTC) ships owned RoRo cargo operator, Sallaum Lines.
These advanced upgrades are set to significantly boost propulsion efficiency, decreasing fuel use and lowering Co2 emissions.
With the maritime industry aiming to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, adopting eco-friendly strategies and technologies is crucial. This includes retrofitting older ships like these 15-year-old PCTC vessels.
Sallaum Lines, committed to reducing its environmental footprint, selected Wärtsilä’s solutions following a comprehensive analysis and modeling process through the company’s unique Decarbonisation Programme. This program, tailored specifically to these vessels, ensured the most effective solutions were chosen for optimal sustainability.
Puneet Arora, Head of Technical at Sallaum Lines, said, “Wärtsilä’s Decarbonisation Programme has greatly helped us as we strive to minimise the environmental impact of our operations. By adding the Wärtsilä innovations to these three vessels, we are taking an important step forward towards meeting our sustainability goals.”
Rajan Khanna, Head of Sales for Middle East – Wärtsilä Marine, added, “Our Decarbonisation Programme is designed to support owners and operators invest in the most appropriate solutions for their particular vessels.
“With increasing pressure within the industry to decarbonise, we applaud Sallaum Lines for taking action to proactively implement solutions which will help them to maximise operational efficiency and minimise environmental impact of their vessels.”
Wärtsilä’s FPPs are engineered for peak performance and energy efficiency, while also reducing noise and vibration. The EnergoFlow system, designed for existing fleets, features an innovative pre-swirl stator that optimizes water flow to the propeller, cutting emissions and fuel consumption in various operating conditions.
The vessels undergoing these upgrades include the Silver Queen, Silver Moon, and Silver Sky. Each 183-meter-long ship, capable of transporting 4,900 vehicles, will benefit from enhanced propulsion efficiency. These improvements will not only slash emissions but also reduce operational expenses, reflecting a win-win for both the environment and the operator.
