DNV awarded an Approval in Principle (AiP) certificate to China Merchants Jinling Shipyard (Nanjing) for its 11,000-CEU capacity pure car and truck carrier (PCTC) design, according to DNV's release.
Recognized as the world's largest PCTC, the 234m long and 40m wide ship will have 14 decks allowing 11,000 car equivalent units (CEUs) to be stored simultaneously, which not only increases efficiency but also reduces the transport cost per vehicle. By implementing a combination of decarbonization measures, the so-called “Super Large Smart Green 11,000” design will result in a significant reduction in carbon emissions, in line with the stringent requirements of the Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) Phase 3 and NOx Tier III.
The PCTC will use LNG as its primary fuel and will be equipped with a 4,200cbm LNG storage tank. With the assistance of ship designer Deltamarin, the hull line of the vessel has been optimized through numerous CFD calculations and ship model tests. Additional energy-saving features include a stern flow optimization device and an air lubrication system, which effectively minimize resistance and reduce the required propulsion power. The integration of hybrid propulsion systems and solar power further underlines the commitment to reducing energy consumption.
According to China Merchants, the shipyard is already in discussions with potential customers for the 11,000 CEU PCTC.
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