Maritime start-up EDGE Navigation AS has chosen Ulstein Design & Solutions as its partner to develop a container vessel with X-BOW hull lines for non-fossil fuel propulsion.
Under their collaboration, both sides aim to achieve zero emissions in maritime transport.
Energy efficiency will be a key component to making the energy transition happen and with Ulstein we have a partner with a strong track record for innovative designs, including their proven X-BOW® solution. Less power needed per container under a wider range of operating scenarios due to the X-BOW will lower the bar for switching into Green Energy propulsion.
… says Jakob Tolstrup-Møller, Managing Director – CEO at EDGE Navigation.
As explained, in this project, companies will further develop the design of container vessels e.g. by using non-fossil fuel propulsion as well as the energy-efficient X-Bow hull design, so as to achieve the goal of green maritime transport.
“We need to innovate by adapting and combining technology towards achieving zero-emission powering. Given the paramount need to provide for efficient use of energy, the X-BOW is an optimal design solution, and we are working very closely with Ulstein Design & Solutions now to develop an efficient design that allows for innovative green energy power solutions”.
…Tolstrup-Møller added.
For the record, the global containership fleet numbers today about 5,350 ships with about 24 million TEU carrying capacity – all with fossil fuel propulsion.
