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Rolls-Royce Gas Engines To Power Norwegian Ferries

New FFX frigate for the Republic of Koreas Navy This is the first order for the MT30 in Asia. The FFX frigate will use a single MT30 rather than a pair, which demonstrates that the engine is suitable to power a variety of naval ships. Andrew Marsh, Rolls-Royce, President - Naval said: "We are delighted that the Republic of Korea Navy has selected the MT30 for the first ship in the FFX Batch II programme. The MT30 is the engine of choice to power the world's most advanced naval ships, where demand for power is increasing as more navies choose all-electric ships with sophisticated on board systems. "We look forward to working with HHI, DSME and the Navy in delivering what will be the world's first frigate to feature the MT30."The MT30 is derived from Rolls-Royce aero engine technology and builds on over 45 million hours of operating experience. Producing 36 to 40 megawatts, it is the world's most powerful marine gas turbine and has the highest power density - a key factor in naval propulsion where delivering a high power output in a compact space is essential.The FFX Batch II programme is for eight ships. This order is for ...

18 million contract with Rosseti Marino shipyard Rolls-Royce, the global power systems company, has signed an 18 million contract with Italian shipyard Rosetti Marino S.p.A for the design and delivery of an integrated power & propulsion and equipment system for an anchor handling vessel.The vessel will be built for Augusta Offshore S.p.A and is a repeat order of a Rolls-Royce UT 712 CD due to be delivered in June from the same yard.Hans Robert Almestad, Rolls-Royce, General Sales Manager, said: "This is the 12th contract Rolls-Royce has signed with Rosetti and it has further strengthened our position in the Mediterranean market as a leading supplier of mission-critical technology and systems for the offshore oil and gas industry."Due for delivery in mid 2014, the high tech vessel is specially designed and equipped for handling anchors and mooring lines in water up to 2000 metres deep. The vessel is also equipped to undertake oil recovery, fire fighting, stand by and rescue duties.Rolls-Royce will also supply the main engines, propulsion systems and gear, tunnel thrusters, rudders, deck machinery, electrical systems as well as automation and control systems.Source: Rolls- Royce

A 15 million contract by STX OSV Rolls-Royce, the global power systems company, has been awarded a 15 million contract by STX OSV to supply an extensive deck equipment package for an advanced anchor handling vessel to be operated by Iceman AS.The package, which is designed to improve operational safety, will include a new anchor handling frame (AHF) and a hydraulic anchor winch, which is capable of pulling 500 tonnes. It will also feature anchor handling cranes and systems to ensure controlled management of wires and chains when pulling heavy loads.Arne Tande, Rolls-Royce, Senior Vice President - Offshore Deck Machinery said: "This latest contract cements Rolls-Royce's position as the market leader in anchor handling equipment. We supply world leading technology which enables safer and more efficient operations in deep water oil fields."As the exploration and production for oil and gas moves towards deeper waters, mooring lines become heavier, more difficult and more hazardous to handle. The new AHF is designed to reduce the handling forces and wire tension during anchor deployment and retrieval operations, while also minimising the human exposure to hazardous operating conditions.The AHF is mounted at the stern of the vessel to ease the deployment and recovery of ...

High tech subsea construction vessel for Island Offshore Rolls-Royce, the global power systems company, has been selected by Island Offshore to design, power and equip an advanced subsea construction vessel.The versatile UT 737 CD vessel will support the most demanding subsea projects, including constructing and servicing oil and gas wells on the sea bed, up to 3,000 metres below sea level.In order to support such challenging missions the vessel will include special features, including two independent systems for launching and recovering Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROV), a 125 tonne offshore crane that compensates for wave movements and an advanced offshore tower which handles subsea equipment through a large opening in the hull of the vessel, called a moon pool.Anders Almestad, Rolls-Royce, President - Offshore said: "This high tech vessel will showcase a combination of innovative technology and world-class, energy efficient design. It demonstrates our position as the market leader in high specification offshore vessels and our ability to meet the challenges of the demanding deepwater oil and gas industry."The design and fit out of the vessel enables it to perform almost any duty in a deepwater oil field. In addition to supporting subsea operations it can transport cargo to and from ...

World's largest transporter of live fish and fuel efficient vessel Rolls-Royce, the global power systems company, has won its first order for a new ship developed specifically for transporting live fish. Norwegian ship owner Sølvtrans AS, the world's largest transporter of live fish, is the first customer for this advanced, fuel efficient vessel.In order to transport live fish efficiently and in a healthy condition, customers require spacious, temperature controlled tanks in the hold of the ship. This new, specifically tailored design makes that possible.Monrad Hide, Rolls-Royce, General Manager - Fishing Vessels said: "The live fish carrying market is a growing one. This order demonstrates how our advanced ship designs can be tailored to specific purposes while retaining the world-leading features of fuel efficiency, lower operating costs and environmental performance.""This vessel marks a new era for this specialist segment of the fishing industry and we're delighted that Sølvtrans has chosen our design and equipment." The new Rolls-Royce NVC 386 design incorporates the Group's latest developments in hull design to ensure fuel efficiency, cost-effective operations and stability. The vessel features an advanced diesel-electric propulsion system including two Bergen C 6 diesel engines and a hybrid shaft generator which significantly reduces energy consumption ...

A new specifically tailored design Rolls-Royce, the global power systems company, has won its first order for a new ship developed specifically for transporting live fish. Norwegian ship owner Sølvtrans AS, the world's largest transporter of live fish, is the first customer for this advanced, fuel efficient vessel.In order to transport live fish efficiently and in a healthy condition, customers require spacious, temperature controlled tanks in the hold of the ship. This new, specifically tailored design makes that possible.Monrad Hide, Rolls-Royce, General Manager - Fishing Vessels said:"The live fish carrying market is a growing one. This order demonstrates how our advanced ship designs can be tailored to specific purposes while retaining the world-leading features of fuel efficiency, lower operating costs and environmental performance.""This vessel marks a new era for this specialist segment of the fishing industry and we're delighted that Sølvtrans has chosen our design and equipment."The new Rolls-Royce NVC 386 design incorporates the Group's latest developments in hull design to ensure fuel efficiency, cost-effective operations and stability. The vessel features an advanced diesel-electric propulsion system including two Bergen C 6 diesel engines and a hybrid shaft generator which significantly reduces energy consumption on board.Rolls-Royce designs and equips an extensive ...

It is able to reduce CO2 emissions by up to 40% Rolls-Royce has announced a second contract for a vessel to one of its Environship designs, in this case for a 75m LNG-powered vessel for Norwegian company Eidsvaag, to supply fish farms along the Norwegian coast.The NVC 401 forage carrier is the latest design from the Environship range and incorporates a number of features to reduce environmental impact while increasing efficiency. According to Rolls-Royce, it will reduce CO2 emissions by up to 40% compared to similar diesel powered ships.Rolls-Royce will supply all the main systems and equipment, as well as the ship design. The hull design features a wave piercing bow, while the scope of equipment supply includes a Bergen C26:33L9PG gas engine developing 2,430kW at 1,000rpm, driving a Promas propulsion system which combines a CP propeller and rudder. The reduction gearbox handles power take-off and take-in for the 1,100kW shaft generator in a variable speed HSG (hybrid shaft generator ) configuration linked to two 400kW auxiliary gensets. The high lift rudder is complemented by a 540kW tunnel bow thruster and a similar unit in the stern skeg.Rolls-Royce will also supply a DP1 system with joystick, to hold the ship ...

Four oil spill recovery vessels and three bunker tankers Rolls-Royce, the global power systems company, has been awarded two contracts to design and equip seven vessels for Brazilian ship owner Navegação São Miguel Ltd. The contracts, for four oil spill recovery vessels and three bunker tankers, are worth 23 million to Rolls-Royce.Anders Almestad, Rolls-Royce, President Offshore, said: "Rolls-Royce continues to win contracts in the competitive Brazilian market. These vessels combine a proven Rolls-Royce design with a range of mission critical onboard technology, which has been specifically designed for the demanding deepwater oil and gas market. Our innovative technology will help to ensure that offshore companies can deliver their challenging operations safely."The Rolls-Royce designed UT 535 E Oil Spill Response Vessels (OSRV) will be equipped to prevent environmental damage from oil spills and have the capacity to transfer recovered oil for proper onshore disposal.Rolls-Royce will also design and equip three bunker tankers, which will be a new NVC 604 BT design and will supply fuel to ships offshore.All seven vessels will be equipped with advanced Rolls-Royce technology to support effective maneuvering, cargo handling and safe operation. All vessels will be delivered before the end of 2014.Source: Rolls-Royce

High efficient engines and propulsion systems Rolls-Royce, the global power systems company, has signed a contract to deliver highly efficient engines and propulsion systems for the world's first Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) powered tugs.The two vessels have been ordered by Norwegian company Buksér og Berging AS and will enter service in late 2013 for Statoil, the international energy company, and Gassco, the operator of the gas transportation network off the Norwegian coast.Robert Løseth, Rolls-Royce, Senior VP - Merchant, Propulsion Systems and Engines said: "This is a breakthrough for our Bergen gas engines and cutting edge propulsion technology. The choice our customer has made highlights the industry leading engine performance, fuel consumption and low methane emissions that Rolls-Royce can offer, which is now being applied to tugs. "In addition to two gas engines and an LNG tank system, Rolls-Royce will deliver an azimuth propulsion system for each tug, which will provide the quick and responsive manoeuvring that is critically important for tug operators. These tugs will be the first vessels to use the newly designed Rolls-Royce US35 azimuth thrusters, which have improved hydrodynamic performance and hull integration.The combined power and propulsion system is estimated to give a reduction in CO2 emissions ...