Poland\u2019s Remontowa Shipbuilding<\/a> has awarded ABB a contract to supply power distribution and propulsion systems featuring ABB\u2019s Compact Onboard DC Grid for seven all-electric double-ended ferries. The vessels are scheduled for delivery to Scottish owner Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd (<\/a>CMAL) between late 2027 and early 2029.<\/p>\n ABB has also been selected as the sole supplier responsible for delivering shore power solutions across multiple CMAL ferry terminals, beginning with Kennacraig and Port Askaig.<\/p>\n Designed by NaValue GmbH,<\/a> The 50-meter ferries are being built as part of CMAL\u2019s Small Vessel Replacement Program (SVRP), aimed at achieving a substantial renewal of the small vessel fleet and associated port upgrades, They will serve nine routes in the Clyde and Hebrides region on Scotland\u2019s west coast, each transporting up to 200 passengers and 24 cars at a time \u2013 with the exception of one vessel that will have capacity for 250 passengers and 16 cars.<\/p>\n \u201cWe appreciate ABB\u2019s expertise in power, propulsion and electrification,\u201d said ,\u201d said Michal Jaguszewski, director of commerce at Remontowa Shipbuilding. \u201cCombined with our excellence in shipbuilding, we will make this a great set of vessels to advance low-emission transportation across the western Scottish ferry network.\u201d<\/p>\n Designed for vessels with significant space limitations, ABB\u2019s Compact Onboard DC Grid solution offers a distributed configuration that simplifies system integration and enhances efficiency. The system comprises a robust, short circuit-tested marine DC switchboard and wall-mounted HES880 mobile inverters. Flexible and highly efficient operations are secured through a seamlessly integrated power and energy management, alarm and monitoring system. Integrated with ABB\u2019s new AXME marine motors, the comprehensive solution combines high power density and light weight in a small footprint. Developed specifically for small to mid-sized electric and hybrid vessels, the Compact Onboard DC Grid Once operational, ABB\u2019s shore connection system will allow berthed vessels to turn off their engines and connect to the local electrical grid, thereby significantly reducing CO\u2082 emissions and decreasing noise pollution in port areas. As a result, air quality in the area will improve, and the emission reductions will support CMAL\u2019s long-term environmental goals.<\/p>\n Co-funded by the Scottish Government, the project represents an important step in the United Kingdom\u2019s efforts to decarbonize its ports by eliminating emissions from docked vessels.<\/p>\n \u201cThese ferries will bring increased capacity and the benefits of clean, fully electric propulsion to island and rural communities in Scotland\u201d, said Jim Anderson, director of vessels at CMAL. \u201cABB\u2019s experience in system integration and ensuring ship electrification and shore connection work efficiently together is well placed, and we look forward to taking delivery of the vessels.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cThis order confirms the ability of our Compact Onboard DC Grid to meet the power requirements of our short-distance shipping customers in a distributed design suited to smaller hulls,\u201d said Juha Koskela, pPresident, ABB\u2019s Marine & Ports division. \u201cBy enabling the efficient and flexible electrification of inland, coastal, and short-sea ships, the system makes an invaluable contribution to maritime decarbonization. Additionally, this collaboration strengthens ABB\u2019s position as a global leader in shore connection technology and reflects the growing demand for cleaner port operations worldwide.\u201d<\/p>\n The post CMAL opts for ABB solutions for its new all-electric SVRP double-enders<\/a> appeared first on Marine Log<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n![\"\u2122\"](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/16.0.1\/72x72\/2122.png?ssl=1\")
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