Wallenius Marine and KNUD E. HANSEN have developed a new RoRo concept that combines high capacity with greater efficiency and lower emissions.
The new RoRo concept builds on the Sleipner PCTC design and operational experience from the vessels Future Way and Way Forward.
Despite a length of 170 metres, the design offers a capacity of 2,720 lane metres, equivalent to 181 trailers, largely due to relocating the engine room to the bow.
This enables loading and unloading across the full width of the stern ramp and main deck.
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Propulsion is provided by a dual-fuel electric powertrain (LNG, LBG, MGO, biodiesel) combined with Azipods—gearless, 360° steerable units designed to improve manoeuvrability and facilitate port approaches.
The concept also incorporates provisions for future technologies, including wing sails, shore power, batteries and fuel cells, with the aim of reducing energy consumption and emissions.
Urban Lishajko, Head of Ship Design at Wallenius Marine, said: “The RoRo segment of short-sea shipping plays a key role in the transition to more sustainable transport, not least through the transfer of goods from land to sea transport.
“At the same time, the industry is facing a generational change where new tonnage is needed to meet both capacity needs and demands for increased energy efficiency and reduced emissions. Together with KNUD E. HANSEN, we have developed a concept that balances capacity, operational efficiency and environmental performance.”
