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Discover how Damen Shipyards Group's SOV 7017 is changing the shipping landscape with its Uninterrupted Open Sea Loading System
According to the website Olhar Digital, the seas are about to witness a revolution in the shipping industry with the launch of the SOV 7017, the largest electric ship powered by wind turbines offshore. Measuring 70 meters long, 17 meters wide, with 60 cabins for the crew and 40 for technicians, this electric ship promises an unparalleled experience in terms of energy efficiency and sustainability.
Uninterrupted loading at open sea
Discover the innovative technology that allows the SOV 7017 to recharge its batteries without having to dock, using wind turbines on the high seas.
The big new feature of the SOV 7017 is the ability to recharge in the open sea, eliminating the need for stops on land. During the Offshore Energy Exhibition & Conference 2023 in Amsterdam, Damen Shipyards Group revealed this ship revolutionary electric, which can be charged using offshore wind turbines installed on the high seas. Imagine a gas station on the high seas, replacing traditional gas pumps with wind turbines. This is the futuristic vision of SOV 7017's uninterrupted charging.
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Efficiency and sustainability in action
Find out how the SOV 7017 contributes to operational efficiency, reduced costs and emissions, while keeping safety and practicality at the heart of your operation.
The SOV 7017 is designed to seamlessly integrate into pre-existing offshore wind farm structures. Equipped with 4 MW connectors and a motion compensation system developed in collaboration with British company MJR Power & Automation, the electric ship connects to wind turbines to recharge its batteries. Batteries of lithium iron phosphate. Paul Cairns, managing director at MJR, highlights that this charging approach not only offers savings but also ensures the safety of personnel and infrastructure.
When recovering the the energy from a single turbine, the SOV 7017 can replenish the batteries in a few hours thanks to the two onboard charging systems. The first, with 15 MWh of capacity, is intended for all-electric navigation, while the second, with 10 MWh, serves operations in which 75% of the time are carried out with electric propulsion. To ensure reliability in emergency situations, the electric ship also has a diesel engine.
In a world constantly searching for sustainable solutions, Damen Shipyards Group's SOV 7017 stands out as a shining example of innovation, efficiency and environmental commitment. This electric ship is not just a promise for the future of shipping, but a reality already sailing the seas, propelling the offshore industry towards a greener and more sustainable horizon. sustainable.
