The Future of shipping!
The ongoing dialogue concerning sustainability and the reduction of carbon footprint has been prevalent for quite some time. Similar to various industries, ship builders, operators, and managers are actively exploring methods to embrace eco-friendliness.
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A notable example is the Norwegian company Hurtigruten and Havila, which operate one of the most contemporary vessels on the Krystruten route, the Havila Capella. Constructed in Turkey in 2021 by Havyard, this ship has the capacity for 640 passengers across 179 cabins.
?The primary emphasis in its design lies in minimizing its ecological impact. This all-electric vessel utilizes liquefied gas to power four-engines, while also incorporating a modular battery pack allowing it to operate solely on battery power for up to 4 hours. During regular operations, it functions in hybrid mode, combining engine-generated electricity with battery power.
Its 6.1–megawatt hour lithium-ion batteries are configured for easy swapping of individual packs. There is anticipation in advancements of battery technology, foreseeing the potential for super-fast charging capabilities at ports, which would facilitate increased use of battery power and reduced LNG consumption.
?Havila intends to transition to biogas when feasible, with the vessel also equipped to utilize green hydrogen and ammonia as alternatives to the LNG, aligning with a zero-emission future.
?However, to make this model widely applicable, scaling up is necessary for it to become mainstream in operations.
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