- Greater use of LNG, ease of maintenance and fuel flexibility all favour the use of gas turbines in the merchant shipping sector.
- Gas turbines offer several advantages over reciprocating engines, including higher power density, lower emissions and ease of maintenance.
- Gas turbines can be competitive with reciprocating engines in terms of efficiency.
Are gas turbines, a viable alternative to piston engines, reviews an article in Riviera Maritime Media.
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