Wärtsilä to power first UK dual-fuel new build vessels

Wärtsilä Corporation, Press release, 9 May 2016 at 10 am EET

The first ever UK domestic dual-fuelled new build vessels will feature fully integrated Wärtsilä propulsion machinery packages. Wärtsilä will also supply extended engineering and site support services. The two ships, both 102 metre long ro-ro passenger ferries, are being built for Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd (CMAL) based in Port Glasgow, Scotland. The contracts with Wärtsilä were recorded in December 2015.

Besides being the first dual-fuel vessels for CMAL, they are also the first ever dual-fuel ships to be built in the UK. These will be built by Ferguson Marine Engineering Ltd. The yard is located on the River Clyde in Glasgow.

"This project highlights the fact that high-end, technologically advanced commercial shipbuilding is again present in Scotland. We value Wärtsilä's contribution as an important partner, not only in providing us with the latest dual-fuel technologies, but also through its comprehensive range of project support competences. The project is at the forefront of marine engineering within the global ferry sector," says Liam Campbell Managing Director, Ferguson Marine Engineering Ltd.

"Wärtsilä is proud to have been selected as the major machinery provider for these new ferries, which represent a significant milestone for the British maritime sector. These Wärtsilä solutions promote environmental sustainability through the use of the latest marine propulsion technology. By integrating the various systems we are able to optimise the operational efficiencies, thereby reducing fuel consumption and minimising the vessels' environmental footprint," says Aaron Bresnahan, Vice President, Sales, Wärtsilä Marine Solutions.

In addition to site support services, Wärtsilä will supply each of the two ships with two 6-cylinder Wärtsilä 34DF main engines capable of operating on either LNG or conventional diesel fuels, two 6-cylinder Wärtsilä 20DF auxiliary engines, horizontally offset gearboxes, shaft lines, seals and bearings, controllable pitch propeller systems (CPP) including the Wärtsilä Energopac optimised propulsion and manoeuvring system, tunnel thrusters, the Wärtsilä LNGPac storage and supply system, plus extended commissioning and engineering. The ships will feature a twin screw dual-fuel mechanical propulsion driveline.

The ferries are scheduled to enter service during the second half of 2018. They will operate on various routes along the west coast of Scotland.

Links to related information on wartsila.com:
Wärtsilä DF dual-fuel engines
Wärtsilä LNGPac
Wärtsilä Gears
Wärtsilä Propellers
Wärtsilä Energopac
Wärtsilä Thrusters
Wärtsilä Seals & Bearings

Media contacts:

Mr John Grant
General Manager, Sales
Wärtsilä Marine Solutions
Tel: +44 1224 854011
john.grant@wartsila.com

Ms Marit Holmlund-Sund
Senior Manager Marketing, Communications, Ship Power
Wärtsilä Corporation
Tel: +358 10 709 1439
marit.holmlund-sund@wartsila.com

Wärtsilä in brief:
Wärtsilä is a global leader in complete lifecycle power solutions for the marine and energy markets. By emphasising technological innovation and total efficiency, Wärtsilä maximizes the environmental and economic performance of the vessels and power plants of its customers.
In 2015, Wärtsilä's net sales totalled EUR 5.0 billion with approximately 18,900 employees. The company has operations in more than 200 locations in nearly 70 countries around the world. Wärtsilä is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki.
www.wartsila.com

Ferguson Marine in brief:
The company has many years of experience in the design and construction of special purpose ships, including ferries, dredgers, patrol, and research vessels. Ferguson Marine also carries out repairs, refits and conversions to all types of vessels serving the marine, oil & gas, and renewable markets. The company has ISO9001:2008 accreditation, and its heritage of craftsmanship is enhanced by a forward looking policy and technical ability.
www.fergusonmarine.com