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Vessels

Hybrid Ship Docking Tug Design

Robert Allan Ltd. completed a new design of RApport 2800-H hybrid ship docking tug for Harbor Docking &

Towing of Lake Charles, Louisiana.

The propulsion system uses a pair of Cummins QSK60-M diesel engines, rated at 2700 HP (2013 kW) at 1800 RPM coupled with a pair of electric motors, rated at 800 HP (600

KW) coupled to a pair of Kongsberg US255S FP Twin Input

Z-drives units. These can be powered in four modes: • “Eco” mode for standby and transit using only the two 800 HP (600 kW) electric motors • “Hybrid” mode for full power maneuvers using both

To provide maximum ? exibility in various contracts the the diesel engines and electric motors forward deck structure is designed to accommodate either • “Mechanical” mode using only the main diesel engines a 75HP or 100HP model DMT towing winch.

• “FiFi” mode combining “Eco” mode for maneuvering

Due to the high ambient temperatures in the Gulf with one main engine PTO powering the FiFi system

Coast, larger than typical ventilation systems are ? tted

Electrical power is supplied by two large Cummins which should minimize engine room temperatures. Ock-

QSM19 diesel generator sets, ensuring redundancy and erman Automation will be designing and integrating the reliable operation for all onboard systems during towing hybrid propulsion system and electrical control system for operations. A smaller Cummins QSM11 generator will be the vessel. The vessel will be constructed by C&C Marine used for lower load operation and harbor use.

and Repair, Belle Chasse, LA.

Phillips Cruises & Tours Orders Glacier and Wildlife Tour Boat hydrofoil system and is built to US Coast Guard (USCG)

Subchapter T classi? cation standards. This sister ship will fea- ture a 1600-gallon fuel capacity, facilitating fuel-ef? cient and extended daily operations. Optimized for ef? ciency, ride com- fort, and reliability in Alaska’s demanding operating environ- ment, its design incorporates a dynamic aluminum hydrofoil, enhancing speed and ef? ciency at high speeds.

With a capacity of up to 150 passengers, the vessel will

Phillips Cruises & Tours/AAM further expand Phillips Cruises & Tours’ ability to deliver

All American Marine (AAM) is building a sister ship to sightseeing experiences in Prince William Sound. the Chugach Express for Phillips Cruises & Tours. Building The sister ship will incorporate Teknicraft Design’s sig- on the proven performance of the Chugach Express, the new nature hull geometry, including its wave-piercing bow and high-speed, long-range eco-tour vessel will operate daily in patented hydrofoil-assisted catamaran design. Engineered

Prince William Sound and be homeported in Whittier, Alaska. to reduce drag and soften the ride, the hull form is designed

Developed by Nic de Waal of Teknicraft Design, this 84.5- x to minimize wake wash while improving fuel economy and 30.7-ft. aluminum passenger vessel features a semi-displace- passenger comfort—particularly in the variable sea condi- ment catamaran hull. It will be equipped with a propulsion tions common to Prince William Sound. The integrated package comprised of four MJP 350X Waterjets, powered by hydrofoil system reduces power demand at service speed, quad Scania DI16 082M engines, each rated at 800 mhp. The allowing for lower fuel consumption, reduced operating vessel integrates Teknicraft’s proprietary, dynamic aluminum costs, and improved performance when fully loaded.