DNV: Minimizing underwater noise from merchant vessels
Underwater noise is known to harm marine wildlife and is an increasing concern throughout the industry. Now DNV’s SILENT-E class notation has been awarded to a merchant ship for the first time.
While propeller cavitation is the most significant source of underwater noise, every ship must be evaluated individually. To protect wildlife, a growing number of Canadian seaports are taking action to minimize underwater noise, such as port fee...
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