Damen Shipyards Group has delivered two Combi Freighter (CF) 5000 vessels to Squtrixo General Trading, which include various options for reducing carbon emissions.
According to the shipbuilder, the CF 3850 was relaunched the design with improved efficiency, suitable for current and forthcoming emissions regulations. In addition to the increased efficiency of the standard design, Damen offers a range of additional options to further boost the sustainable credentials of the vessel.
This includes various hybrid propulsion arrangements, as well as the possibility to operate on bio-diesel. The vessels are also prepared for installation of innovative technologies such as wind assisted propulsion, to further reduce fuel consumption and emissions.
During the maiden voyage of the two CF 5000 vessels, Damen is monitoring performance via its onboard IoT system, Damen Triton. This system collects and analyses data from thousands of sensors located around the vessel. Based on ship design criteria and benchmark information, this data then provides insight into maintenance requirements and vessel performance, amongst other things.
In this instance, Damen is using the data provided by Triton to assess the performance of the new vessels and to gather information to ensure the continual evolution of the design.
This delivery will marks the 27th of the new, improved CF 3850. The next generation vessel has rapidly, and repeatedly, proven itself to be a thoroughly efficient and reliable platform.
… said Damen Commercial Director Cargo Vessels Remko Bouma
Additionally, Damen will soon hand over a third vessel to Squtrixo, a CF 3850.
