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the Wild is ? tted with a pair of MTU ments. In open water, the vessel will use 10V2000M72 main engines. Added Boost mode from the hybrid system, to this is a cutting-edge hybrid electric which matches motor speed to engine system, consisting of a pair of ABB e- speed to seamlessly add electric power. motors, driving Hybrid-ready ZF gear- In this mode, the vessel operates at 25 boxes. Particular attention was given to knots. When the tour comes to the World the mounting of the engines and gears to Heritage-listed Gordon River, Silent reduce the transmission of vibration and Drive mode is engaged. In this mode, noise. The main engines’ modest rating the main engines are shut down and the

Incat Crowther is tailored to the local manning require- vessel runs on electric power.

Rolls-Royce Gas Turbines for Japan’s New Frigate

Rolls-Royce said it was selected to supply its MT30 gas turbine to power a new class of frigates for the Japan Mari- time Self Defence Force (JMSDF). Con- struction of the ? rst of the 30FFM class frigates will begin next year, with entry into service expected around 2022.

Other recent military references for the

MT30 include the U.K. Royal Navy’s new aircraft carrier HMS Queen Eliza- beth; the U.S. Navy’s Freedom Class variant of the Littoral Combat Ship; the new DDG-1000 destroyers; the Republic of Korea Navy’s ? rst FFXII frigate; and

Italy’s new Landing Helicopter Dock program.

Yacht Design: Meet the

Sleek MY Roswell 65

Triptic Studio Rolls-Royce

The all-aluminum 65m superyacht

MY Roswell is a futuristic design that is sure to make an impression wherever it may roam, a new design from the hands of George Lucian. The MY Roswell is as stunning technically inside as it is outside, designed to have full electric running capabilities, supported by two diesel electric engines and large electric panels that cover the numerous horizon- tal surfaces of the superstructure of the vessel.

At ? rst glance it appears to be a mili- tary stealtch craft, and together with the full electric capabilities, re? ective hull surface, patterns, and sharp angles, make the yacht have a very discrete radar foot- print, if any. While its radar footprint will be minimal, it is fairly assured that its presence in harbor will be anything but discrete.

Silent Drive on Eco Vessel

Incat Crowther announced the launch of Spirit of the Wild, a new tour vessel for Gordon River Cruises, the ? rst in

Australia to operate in World Heritage- listed wilderness with Silent Drive. Built by Richardson Devine Marine, Spirit of www.marinelink.com 9

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