DFDS, the Danish shipping company and one of the world's largest ferry operators, recently signed a contract for the construction of two identical Ro-Ro vessels, Bairdmaritime reports. Scheduled for delivery in 2012, the ships’ design is tailored towards operation on DFDS’ commercial network, but will also meet parameters laid down by the Danish-German ARK military project for the deployment of military material.
Each Ro-Ro will be powered by two MAN B&W 8S40ME-B9 type main engines. The vessels will employ a twin-screw propeller system using the new Alpha Mk. 5 designs, type VBS1350FF-ODS. The FF-type propeller features a full feathering pitch position and employs the Alphatronic 2000 as propulsion control system. The propulsion package also uses shaft-line tunnel gears for PTO-drive.
The propulsion plant is designed for operation in various modes, such as cruising, manoeuvring and economy for military convoy sailing, with an electrical system that can handle fixed and floating frequencies.
Each Ro-Ro will be powered by two MAN B&W 8S40ME-B9 type main engines. The vessels will employ a twin-screw propeller system using the new Alpha Mk. 5 designs, type VBS1350FF-ODS. The FF-type propeller features a full feathering pitch position and employs the Alphatronic 2000 as propulsion control system. The propulsion package also uses shaft-line tunnel gears for PTO-drive.
The propulsion plant is designed for operation in various modes, such as cruising, manoeuvring and economy for military convoy sailing, with an electrical system that can handle fixed and floating frequencies.