Electramar: Trailblazing Hybrid Cargo Vessel

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First Plug-In Hybrid Vessel

As informed, the naming ceremony for Electramar was held on May 15, 2024. Electramar is the first vessel in a series of twelve highly energy-efficient plug-in hybrid vessels. The 5,400-ton general cargo ship arrived in Luleå, Sweden, in mid-April.

According to AtoB@C, Electramar produces up to 50% fewer CO2 emissions compared to the current generation of vessels, thanks to its shore power connectivity, large battery installation, and improved cargo intake. It also...

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