Danish Naval Architect firm KNUD E. HANSEN have been working closely with Danish ferry operator DFDS and CSC Jinling Shipyard over the past 4 months in order to refine and optimise the concept for a new generation of RoRo vessels.
They say that these vessels will raise the bar for what is considered environmental friendly in addition to being among the largest in the world.
Recently DFDS signed a contract with CSC Jinling Shipyard, China, for the construction of two large RoRo vessels.
The EEDI (Energy Efficiency Design Index) is a big challenge for RoRo vessels. According to KNUD E. HANSEN, there has been a strong focus on structural solutions and optimised hydrodynamic capabilities.
A preliminary model test was also performed in order to validate the vessel’s speed/power performance.
KNUD E. HANSEN have said their future task is to further develop the design into a Basic Design.
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