• 18 May 2018

 

In recent weeks, Norwegian expedition cruise operator Hurtigruten has signed a Letter of Intent with Rolls-Royce for a major environmental upgrade programme to hybrid power.

The deal comprises the supply of equipment to six existing passenger cruise vessels, with an option for a further three. The ships will completely change their power system with the installation of new Rolls-Royce LNG-engines as part of a new hybrid system.

The intentional agreement specifies that Rolls-Royce is to deliver two of its Bergen B36:45 gas engines as the main engines to each ship. These LNG engines set a new standard in power and efficiency with exceptionally low emissions of NOx, CO2, SOx and particulates. The upgrade will enable the former diesel-powered ships to reduce CO2-emissions by at least 25 per cent.

Rolls-Royce will also supply the latest electrical and additional battery power system  and the Promas system, which combines rudder and propeller into one fuel efficient unit.

Daniel Skjeldam, CEO of Hurtigruten, said: “This is an investment for the future, and a historic day for us, for the environment and for the whole, long Norwegian coastline. The combination of battery packs with the most environmentally friendly and effective gas engines in the market will provide a huge gain for the environment.”

Source:  Rolls-Royce