The study was undertaken using RANSE CFD to assess both the hydrodynamic and aerodynamic drag of the vessels as well as their propulsive efficiencies. The results showed that considerable fuel savings could be had with the fitting of a ducktail transom to extend the waterline, and by improving hull smoothness.
Over the next few months SCC and Houlder developed a plan and executed on the modifications on the Siem Curie. Since leaving dry dock, the improvements made on the Siem Curie have already saved thousands of tons of CO2.
The Siem Copernicus is set for dry dock in the coming weeks, where the same modifications will be made. We will be seeing these upgrades improve the performance of the vessels for the rest of their trading days.
There have been many new environmental regulations over the years and more challenges to come, it is the responsibility of the shipowners or any other organization that has assumed responsibility for the operations of a vessel to be proactive and ready to meet these new requirements.
Siem Car Carriers is working continuously to improve vessel performance and decrease GHG emissions of our entire fleet.
