Decarbonization modeling will use a digital mannequin of two sister ferries to judge power saving alternate options.
Wärtsilä will perform decarbonization modeling on two vessels within the Corsica Ferries fleet. The research will create a digital mannequin of the 2 ships to simulate the impact of assorted decarbonization applied sciences on their environmental compliance. This will allow correct analysis of the effectivity positive factors attainable via the implementation of the newest technical improvements. The order was booked by Wärtsilä in March 2023.
The Mega Express and Mega Express II are 176 meter-long sister vessels. Both function with Wärtsilä engines and propellers. Propeller re-blading and hybridization shall be among the many applied sciences evaluated via decarbonization modeling, as will Wärtsilä’s Energoprofin power saving propeller cap resolution, and the corporate’s gas consumption decreasing air lubrication system.
“It is a huge benefit to be able to simulate in advance how various products, solutions, and systems will impact efficiency,” says Nicolò Verrina, power transition naval architect & ocean engineer at Corsica Ferries. “This will help us in our efforts to decarbonize fleet operations and meet our sustainability goals. We respect Wärtsilä’s experience and capabilities, and are pleased to continue the good relationship between our companies with this modeling program.”
“IMO’s Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) legislation is driving the industry’s move towards greater efficiencies and reduced CO2 emissions,” says Giulio Pacini, supervisor decarbonization providers, undertaking providers at Wärtsilä. “Wärtsilä’s decarbonization services provide the means by which companies can attain a detailed understanding of the best way forward before making hit-or-miss decisions on product purchases.”
Wärtsilä’s fleet decarbonization service is designed to deal with the problem of environmental regulatory compliance. By combining data-driven assessments with knowledgeable recommendation and proposals, the service allows operators to determine on the optimum path to decarbonized operations with cost-effective investments.
