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Wallenius Marine AB is conducting advanced wind tunnel tests aimed at realizing the world’s first wind-powered PCTC (Pure Car and Truck Carrier) vessel. The tests are being carried out in Gothenburg, at one of Europe’s most advanced wind tunnels, with wind speeds of up to 250 km/h (155 mph). https://lnkd.in/eu7crYqR

Wallenius Marine is conducting advanced wind tunnel tests for the world's first wind-powered PCTC (Pure Car and Truck Carrier) vessel.

✨ Revolutionizing Maritime Transport: Wind-Powered PCTC Vessel Design Tested! 🚢 Wallenius Marine AB is taking bold steps towards zero-emission shipping with groundbreaking wind tunnel tests for the world’s first wind-powered Pure Car and Truck Carrier (PCTC) vessel! The tests, conducted at one of Europe’s most advanced facilities in Gothenburg, Sweden, aim to perfect the aerodynamic performance of the vessel, combining cutting-edge hull designs and high-tech wing sails. 🌪️ 🌱 Key test elements: 🔹 Hull & wing sail interaction for optimal efficiency 🔹 Testing three bridge designs and their impact on performance 🔹 Simulation of "off-design conditions" to ensure safe operations This marks a significant milestone in Wallenius Marine’s mission to revolutionize shipping and drive sustainability in the maritime industry. These tests are just the beginning, with live testing of the Oceanbird wing sail expected in 2025! 🚢 The shift towards sustainable, zero-emission ships will have a major impact on fuel demand and bunker operations worldwide. #Sweden #Wallenius_Marine #PCTC #Bunkering_News #Wind_Propulsion #Wind_Powered_Shipping #Sustainable_Shipping #Bunkering #Oceanbird #Zero_Emission #Maritime_Innovation #Wind_Tunnel_Testing https://lnkd.in/dAHsKew5

The journey towards zero emission shipping and the development of the ship design Wallenius Marine is conducting advanced wind tunnel tests aimed at realising the world’s first wind-powered PCTC (Pure Car and Truck Carrier) vessel. The tests are being carried out in Gothenburg, at one of Europe’s most advanced wind tunnels, with wind speeds of up to 250 km/h. This round of tests includes: The interaction between the vessel’s hull and six high-tech wing sails. Testing the optimal distance between hull and wing for maximum performance. Testing three different types of command bridges and their impact on the vessel’s performance. How “off-design conditions” affect the ship’s operation, such as when a wing sail is positioned at the wrong angle or location. Data for the development of wing control systems The hull and multi-wing wind tunnel tests are a milestone in the development of wind-powered PCTC vessels. https://lnkd.in/dfzpBjM7 https://lnkd.in/dQRrDMUG

In our latest Luchtvaart in Transitie Technical Projects Series, we dive into the exciting work happening within the HOT project, led by Fokker Next Gen. This project focuses on developing a liquid hydrogen storage and distribution system for next-generation hydrogen combustion aircraft. 🔧  Jenny van der Pols and Kasper Uithof explain how the team has completed the system design, set up an initial version of a virtual twin and made initial preparations for an iron bird. The next phase? Creation, testing, and validating the virtual twin, the iron bird, and making a digital twin of the iron bird. The digital twin is a digital representation of the iron bird, allowing seamless integration of the physical and digital worlds. This enables real-time data collection and monitoring to improve the storage, distribution and propulsion system. 🔗 Watch the video to learn more about this groundbreaking work: https://lnkd.in/eQ5YnYC3 #NGF #SustainableAviation #Hydrogen Nationaal Groeifonds Ministerie van Infrastructuur en Waterstaat Ron van Baaren Adriana van der Linden

Sweden’s Wallenius Marine is getting nearer to achieving its goal of building the world’s first wind-powered PCTC (pure car and truck carrier). It is now conducting advanced wind tunnel tests to confirm its design. https://lnkd.in/gyP7BxNY

Noise Control Engineering is supporting a study for the Maritime Administration (MARAD)'s META program to analyze the potential for underwater noise reductions through the use of battery-electric propulsion systems on vessels. For the study, our team collected underwater noise data from three tugs in San Diego Harbor: two with conventional diesel-geared propulsion and a new vessel with battery-electric propulsion. The data will be processed to commercial standards, allowing for an overall assessment of noise and comparison to other vessels for a range of operating conditions. We are also identifying the sources of noise on board the tugs and how/why battery-electric vessels may be quieter than their diesel-geared counterparts. NCE is proud to be part of this effort to assess the co-benefits of low-emission designs and their potential to reduce impacts to marine life. #noisecontrolengineering #sustainable #underwaternoise

🚢⚙️ Check out this impressive propulsion system! Rudder bulb system! This highly efficient propeller integrated with the rudder of the vessel represents cutting-edge maritime engineering. 🛠️⚓ Its design ensures optimal maneuverability, reduced fuel consumption, and better hydrodynamics—key for modern shipping efficiency and sustainability. 🌊💨 Innovations like these are paving the way for greener, smarter maritime operations. 🌍✅ #MaritimeEngineering #PropulsionSystem #ShipEfficiency #Sustainability #Hydrodynamics #ShippingInnovation #ModernMaritime

How can we build and retrofit ships to meet the coming emissions regulations and possible future requirements? ⚡🚢 This is the urgent question facing the marine industry today. In our latest blog, Asbjørn Halsebakke outlines how we can tackle these challenges. ✅ #marine #shipbuilding

𝗠𝗔𝗡 𝗶𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝗶𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀. 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘂𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗿𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗯𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀. Ever wondered what it takes to transport one of the world’s most advanced marine engines, weighing over 200 tons and boasting a power output of up to 15,600 kW? Now’s your chance to find out. Watch the MAN 12V49/60DF – a four-stroke dual-fuel engine designed for efficiency, reliability, and a sustainable future – on the move. This engineering marvel reflects our commitment to excellence and driving innovation in marine technology. 👉 Find out more about this future-proof design: https://lnkd.in/eEepw_rW