Ro-ro ship for transporting aircraft parts launched today
Ro-ro ship launched, six rotor sails + methanol dual-fuel improve efficiency and reduce emissions Carrying aircraft parts across the Atlantic, delivery is expected in November
On June 6, a roro ship built at Wuchang Shipbuilding Industry Group's shipyard was successfully launched in China. After delivery, the ship will mainly undertake the task of transporting aircraft components, and is scheduled to be officially delivered and put into use in November this year.
The ship is about 169 meters long and 23.32 meters wide, is equipped with 6 rotor sails, and uses aviationgrade lightweight materials along with aerodynamically optimized design, aiming to improve fuel efficiency and economy. The vessel also features a dualfuel methanol and diesel system, enabling sulfurfree emissions, and nitrogen oxide emissions are also significantly lower than those of traditional fuel, meeting the latest emission requirements of the International Maritime Organization.
According to the introduction, the ship uses an inclinedrail launching method, which allows the launch to be completed with lower site requirements and faster turnover. After launching, the vessel will also undergo functional tests of the engine, propeller, and power systems, before being put into transatlantic transport service for aircraft components.