W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 to Equip Danish Ferries with Integrated Electric Propulsion System
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Technology group W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 has been selected to deliver a fully integrated electric propulsion system with waterjets for two new high-speed catamaran ferries being built for Danish ferry operator Molslinjen. The battery-electric vessels are being built at the Incat shipyard in Tasmania, with W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 supplying the integrated\u00a0electric propulsion system<\/a>, the DC power conversion system, its energy management and automation systems, eight electric propulsion motors and\u00a0waterjets<\/a>, as well as the\u00a0W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 ProTouch propulsion control system<\/a>\u00a0for smooth and efficient sailing. The ferries will serve the Kattegat route, setting a milestone towards the green transition for ferry services and for Denmark as a whole. \u00a0<\/p>\n \u201cThis is a major project that supports the ferry industry\u2019s move towards more decarbonised operations. With these electric ferries built by Incat and powered by W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4’s electrification technology, we aim to remove thousands of tons of CO? emissions from Denmark\u2019s climate footprint each year,\u201d comments Kristian Durhuus, CEO, Molslinjen.\u00a0<\/p>\n Ferries play a vital role in meeting the growing demand for more sustainable transport options, with ship electrification being a key solution for enabling the sector to transition towards net-zero emissions. \u00a0<\/p>\n \u201cOur partnership with Molslinjen and Incat not only brings electric vessels to the Kattegat route, but also continues our joint commitment in accelerating the industry’s path towards net-zero emissions shipping. W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4’s values and principles in shipping are deeply rooted in sustainability, innovation, and performance, and through our experience in vessel electrification, we have already delivered solutions for 150 hybrid-electric ships, with this number continuing to grow,\u201d explains Roger Holm, President of W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 Marine & Executive Vice President at W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 Corporation.\u00a0<\/p>\n The two ferries will each measure 129 meters in length and 30.5 meters in width, accommodating up to 1,483 passengers and 500 cars. The addition of these new vessels will increase total capacity for cars and passengers on the Kattegat route by more than 25 percent. The ships are expected to join the fleet in Denmark during 2027 and 2028.\u00a0<\/p>\n \u201cWe\u2019re not just building ships \u2013 we are building the future,\u201d says Stephen Casey, CEO, Incat Tasmania. \u201cLarge-scale, low-emission transport solutions are not only possible, but are ready now. Incat Tasmania has always been at the forefront of innovating and pioneering new technology and design. The vessels address the market\u2019s needs and requirements by utilising batteries, making this a very viable option for owners and operators looking to increase the sustainability of their fleets. W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 is a key player in the success of this project, supporting our goal of large-scale, low-emission transport with a completely integrated propulsion package.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n The eight electric driven waterjet configuration feature low weight, shallow draft operation, low maintenance and easy access, safety and reliability, as well as superb manoeuvrability as a result of its integrated steering and reversing with quick response times. The waterjets have been designed for the highest overall propulsion efficiency. As the power is divided over more jets, the power density is lower, which means a higher efficiency. The W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 equipment is scheduled for delivery to the yard commencing in 2026.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \t
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