The Sleipner concept is developed for Pure Car & Truck Carrier (PCTC)
The Sleipner concept is created with decades of shipbuilding expertise and a combination of cutting-edge solutions, aiming to take significant steps towards more sustainable shipping. When Wallenius Marine and KNUD E. HANSEN developed the Sleipner ship design concept the Naval Architects took the degree of innovation to the next level.
It is more than fuel choices. The design itself plays a big part in reducing emissions and the overall environmental footprint.
This is what you can expect from a vessel based on the Sleipner concept
Aerodynamic shape
The new aerodynamic optimized shape helps reduce wind drag by a third compared to conventional designs, giving substantial fuel savings for the Atlantic Operation where windy conditions are prevailing.
Optimized cargo decks
The cargo decks have been optimized for the intended trade, resulting in a lower overall weight, and lower fuel consumption. Another fuel-saving feature is the low superstructure, low bridge, and integrated cargo hold fans that reduce air resistance.
Optimized ramp system saves time and fuel
The new ramp design where one long ramp serves all decks, allows for faster loading and unloading in port. This time-saving design lets the ship sail at slower speeds and reduces fuel consumption. Cutting speed by just 1% can save 3% on fuel and lowers emissions.
Shaft generator of active front end type cuts up to 10% of emissions
Another fuel saving feature is the active front end-type shaft generator. Instead of a 4-stroke generator sets, the power for fans
and accommodation is produced by a more fuel-efficient 2-stroke main engine. Depending on the operation point, the fuel saving of the generated power can be as much as 10 %.
Elimination of ballast water reduces pressure from invasive species
Invasive species spread across our oceans through ballast water. The Sleipner concept design eliminates the need for ballast water when fully loaded on the North Atlantic. Another benefit from not carrying heavy ballast water is reduced fuel consumption and emissions.
Adaptable multi-fuel engines, ready for the future
Sleipner concept vessels are equipped with multi-fuel engines that can run on LNG, LBG, regular and synthetic diesel. Looking even further ahead, the engines are also battery and wind ready as well as adaptable for fuels that are in a development- or early expansion phase.
Shore connection for zero emissions in port
The shore connection system lets the ship use electricity from the shore while docked, allowing it to turn off its engines and reduce pollution from fuel-burning generators.
Award winning ship design
In 2024 M/V FUTURE WAY, the first vessel based on the Sleipner concept was honored with the Shippax award as it stands out as a hallmark for optimization and progress in the Ro-Ro sector.
”With much attention paid to each and every detail of her sophisticated design, FUTURE WAY stands out as a hallmark for optimisation and progress in the Ro-Ro sector. Her multi-fuel engines allow for an operation on LNG, LBG, diesel and synthetic diesel, combining low emissions with a maximum of operational flexibility.
Featuring an aerodynamically optimized bow, configurated battery-ready and fitted with shore power connections, the design of FUTURE WAY does
everything possible to bring down the ship’s energy consumption and emissions. The innovative ramp system is engineered to streamline port operations to shorten port stays, enabling the vessel to maintain slower speeds at sea.
Eventually, the design of FUTURE WAY allows to develop and enhance the ship further during its lifetime in line with technologic progress. This may result in a longer lifespan than currently customary for Ro-Ro vessels – another important contribution to save resources.”
Source: Shippax Award 2024