Wärtsilä announced that it has signed a joint industry project cooperation (JIP), to undertake along with Dalian Shipbuilding Industry Company (DSIC), for the development of a preliminary production level design for a 127,000 dwt shuttle tanker.
According to the agreement, which was signed in October 2017, the tanker will be built by DSIC with DNV-GL classification.
The joint project aims to produce a design concept with a dynamic positioning (DP) system that can be offered to potential owners. By having a ready and approved design available, the building period can be significantly reduced.
“We are excited to enter into this agreement that offers a proactive approach to meeting the future needs of the tanker sector. We congratulate DSIC for their vision and foresight in working to develop a state-of-the-art shuttle tanker,” said Aaron Bresnahan, Vice President, Sales, Wärtsilä Marine Solutions.
Wärtsilä will provide technical design support for the project, including optimised propulsion, thruster solution and machinery with electric configuration for the vessel’s DP control system.