Bound4blue has successfully installed the world’s largest suction sails on the MV Atlantic Orchard, a specialized juice carrier chartered by Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC) and owned by Wisby Tankers AB. The four 26-meter high eSAILs® were fitted during the vessel’s 10-year survey at Astander Shipyard in Spain, ensuring optimal efficiency.
Bound4blue has successfully installed the world’s largest suction sails on the MV Atlantic Orchard, a juice carrier chartered by Louis Dreyfus Company. The eSAILs® were fitted during the vessel’s survey in Spain, ensuring compliance with FuelEU Maritime regulations and achieving fuel consumption savings of around 10%. This marks bound4blue’s third successful installation this year.
GBM is revolutionizing wind turbine foundation pile installation with its Vibrojet® technology, focusing on reducing underwater noise. By creating a fluid mixture within the monopile using water and vibrations, Vibrojet® eliminates the need for bladder curtains and reduces steel usage. GBM aims to provide a quieter and eco-friendly solution to noise pollution.
Kongsberg Maritime is revolutionizing the transportation and installation of floating offshore wind turbines with innovative methods. Their solutions streamline the entire process, from anchor and mooring installation to electrical cable pull-in, ensuring efficient connection to energy grids. New vessel designs and methodologies are key elements, enhancing efficiency and safety in offshore wind projects.
Korea’s H-Line and Avikus have made a significant leap in autonomous shipping technology by signing an order to install autonomous systems on ocean-going ships. This milestone aims to enhance vessel safety, reduce crew workload, and meet environmental regulations. The partnership plans to equip up to 30 ships with this cutting-edge technology in the future.
