ABB Azipod Electric Propulsion makes Bulk Carrier Debut

China’s Chengxi Shipyard hands over the first of twin self-unloading transshipment newbuilds after both owner and builder highlight successful installation and commissioning for ABB Azipod propulsion, says an article published in their website.

Largest Bulk Carrier

The delivery saw two 1.9-MW Azipod® units installed on each of the 21,500-DWT transshipment bulkers for Germany’s largest bulk carrier owner, as part of a package of electric, digital and connected solutions from ABB. The scope of...

https://mfame.guru/abb-azipod-electric-propulsion-makes-bulk-carrier-debut/

Seabourn’s Ultra-Luxury Expedition Ships To Be Powered by ABB Propulsion

In a recent development ABB has announced that they have won a contract to supply their power and propulsion technology for Seabourn’s two expedition cruise ship newbuilds, says a press release published on their website.

About The Contract

The contract, announced at Seatrade Cruise Global, covers two 170mtr ships due for delivery to Seattle-based Seabourn from Italian yard T. Mariotti, in June 2021 and May 2022.

This technology will be integrated into Seabourn’s 23,000gt ships combining main...

http://mfame.guru/seabourns-ultra-luxury-expedition-ships-to-be-powered-by-abb-propulsion/

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