Latest Lindblad polar vessel is 2nd of 2 on order at Norwegian shipbuilder Ulstein
ABB is to provide power, automation, propulsion and also electronic systems for the 2nd icegoing cruise liner to be constructed for Lindblad Expeditions by Ulstein (see earlier story).
ABB will certainly supply a complete power, circulation, control and also automation bundle for the ship, incorporated in the ABB Ability System 800xA, in addition to twin 3.5 MW electrical Azipod DO propulsors. All systems will certainly be linked 24/7 to the ABB AbilityCollaborative Operations Center framework for remote surveillance and also assistance of vessel systems.
“We are delighted to continue our work with ABB on this second highly innovative polar ship,” stated Nikolaos G Doulis, Senior Vice President, New Buildings,Lindblad Expeditions “Passenger safety and comfort are paramount for any cruise operator, so it is critical that our suppliers can demonstrate proven reliability and offer continuous support via ship-shore connectivity, especially as ships venture to more remote locations and ice conditions.”
ABB is the only vendor of azimuthing electrical podded propulsor systems of adequately high ice-going course able to fulfill the proprietor’s needs.
“We continuously refine our range of automation, propulsion and digital systems for specific market segments,” stated Juha Koskela, Managing Director of ABB Marine & &Ports “We are delighted to be working with Lindblad once more to deliver the ship maneuverability and comfort in ice conditions made possible by the Azipod® DO solution, but also the full scope of ABB’s electric, digital and connected vision offering. ABB’s support in real time is especially compelling in polar waters.”
In enhancement to lessening the danger of cases, ABB has actually approximated that proprietors utilizing remote diagnostics and also anticipating upkeep solutions via its 7 land-based Collaborative Operations Centers can decrease the expense of repair services and also upkeep by approximately half, while on-site participation by technological employees can be reduced by as long as 70 percent.
