Scientists from the Gdańsk University of Technology are working on innovative solutions for ultra-large container ships. The results of their research are to increase the driving efficiency of units and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Ultra-large container ships individually have the highest carbon footprint, but take advantage of economies of scale and transport a huge amount of goods around the world. The aim of the project is to minimize fuel consumption, improve maneuverability and increase navigation safety by introducing three innovative solutions to ultra-large container ships: two-propeller configuration, azimuth thrusters and counter-rotating propellers.
The project consortium also includes: Seatech Engineering sp. Z oo (Poland), Hamburgische Schiffbau-Versuchsanstalt GmbH (Germany), Center of Marine Technologies (Germany), BRABO (Belgium), Piening Propeller (Germany). The leader of the project is the Polish Foundation for Shipping Safety and Environmental Protection.
