W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4\u2019s<\/a> focus on supporting the marine industry\u2019s efforts to decarbonise operations continues to drive concrete steps forward. The latest order is to supply a complete propulsion package for a 38,000 DWT methanol-ready cement carrier vessel. When built, this will be the world\u2019s largest vessel of its type, and the first with a methanol-ready notation. The order has been placed by NovaAlgoma, a joint venture between the Italian Swiss-based, Nova Marine Group and the Canadian Algoma Central Corporation. The ship is being built at the Zhejiang Xinle Shipbuilding Co.,Ltd, and is expected to be launched in late 2026. The order was booked by W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 in Q4 2024.<\/p>\n\u201cThis highly valuable new entry demonstrates the Group\u2019s fleet development strategy and aims to address the significant increase in cement demand,\u201d says Vincenzo Romeo, CEO of Nova Marine Group. \u201cThis will be the largest and most eco-friendly cement carrier ever built and is a tangible sign of our strong efforts towards a green fleet. Having W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 as the technology and solution provider supports our fleet\u2019s effective transition towards decarbonisation.\u201d<\/p>\n
The W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 scope of supply includes two W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 32 engines, one W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 25 auxiliary engine, two gearboxes, two controllable pitch propellers, one tunnel thruster, three selective catalytic reduction (SCR) exhaust after-treatment systems, the propulsion control system, two shaft generators (PTO\/PTI) and engine accessory items. The equipment is scheduled for delivery commencing in November 2025.<\/p>\n
“Nova and W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 share a joint commitment to decarbonise shipping operations within the maritime industry,\u201d comments Roger Holm, President of W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 Marine & Executive Vice President at W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 Corporation. \u201cWith this integrated package we are taking a holistic approach to the operation of this innovative vessel. This will allow us to support Nova with its sustainability goals around minimising emissions and ensuring the most efficient energy utilisation during operations.\u201d<\/p>\n
The W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 32 engine is the result of the company\u2019s long-established expertise. It is designed for efficient and easy maintenance in combination with long maintenance-free operating periods. It\u2019s excellent fuel flexibility means it can easily be upgraded to operate with methanol. The W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 25 engine\u2019s modularity then offers maximised flexibility, while the engine\u2019s efficiency and fuel economy deliver minimised emissions. In addition, W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4\u2019s propulsion solutions deliver high efficiency, helping vessels to achieve their compliance targets. This is achieved in combination with a gearbox that reduces propeller speed meaning that a larger propeller diameter is utilised to maximise propulsive efficiency.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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