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GENSETS

CMB.TECH

From left to right: Vincent Gerritse (DBR), Roy

Northern Lights introduced the M4105

Campe (CMB.TECH), Arwout Verwoerd (DBR), and M6105 genset series with kilowatt

Ron Verheul (DBR) and Mijndert Wiesenekker ratings from 125 to 245 at 60 Hz. (Damen Shipyards Group)

Northern Lights Northern Lights it can sail on methanol, ammonia or hydrogen in the future.

There is no main engine. Initially, power is provided by three 600kW Mitsubishi generators, each installed in its own con- tainer, but it is possible to incorporate any containerized sus- tainable power source. Gombra estimates that it will take less than a day to remove the existing power generation system and replace it, without the need for a shipyard. The company has already partnered with Mercuria on a series of vessels ex- pected to be delivered starting in 2025.

Transtal Shipping and Mercuria are demonstrating the de- sire for fuel ? exibility shipowners have as they endeavor to balance regulation with technology developments and eco- nomics. Genset OEMs are working to ensure their CapEx and

OpEx can be minimized as well.

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