Novel 2000 TEU container feeder vessel
In the gearless version the vessel will carry up to 1,448 TEU on deck and 668 TEU in the holds corresponding to a total high-cube capacity of 2,116 TEU
The vessel’s main dimensions have been optimised for calling in Bangkok, but the design features will also deliver great benefits to operators and the environment on any route, according to the companies. The vessel has an overall length of 172m and a beam of 30m. Deadweight at the Bangkok-max draught of 8.2m is approximately 18,300t, while it is approximately 28,400t at the fully loaded draught of 10.5m.
The design has been developed to deliver excellent fuel economy, reduced environmental impact and need for water ballast, slow-steaming potential and flexible transit speeds, loading flexibility as well as increased container capacity including increased reefer capacity.
Propulsion efficiency is said to be significantly boosted by an electrically driven counter rotating ABB Azipod unit, which is fitted behind the directly driven main propeller. Three auxiliary engines with a total electrical power output of approximately 8000 kW are arranged in an auxiliary engine room, which is completely segregated from the main engine room. With the main engine stopped, the vessel will still be able to navigate with a speed of more than 13 knots on auxiliary power and the Azipod alone, which provides a very high degree of redundancy and more than sufficient “return to port” capability.
