Scandlines Revamps Two Hybrid Ferries for Cleaner Journeys
Two hybrid ferries undergo significant modernization by Scandlines. - Scandlines Modernizes Two Hybrid Ferry Vessels
Hear this, folks! Scandlines, the ferry operator, isn't throwing in the towel despite the upcoming Fehmarn Belt tunnel. The company is splashing out €31 million to modernize two hybrid ferries into plug-in hybrids, turning these vessels into eco-warriors of the sea. Two out of the four ships plying between Puttgarden, Schleswig-Holstein, and Rødbyhavn, Denmark, will receive the green upgrade, with a completion date slated for early 2026.
Competing with the Goliath
The Fehmarn Belt tunnel, set to connect Puttgarden and Rødbyhavn from 2029, is a tough cookie to crack. But Scandlines ain't backing down! A representative from the operator's Copenhagen office confirmed they'll keep sailing the route even post-tunnel. The advantage? Truck drivers can catch some Z's during the voyage, helping them stay compliant with driving and resting times.
Charging Ahead
These green makeovers will take place at the Western Shiprepair yard in Lithuania. Among other tweaks, Scandlines will install charging equipment on the ferries and at both terminals in Germany and Denmark. The overhaul is projected to slash CO2 emissions by a whopping 80%! The upgraded ferries will operate on a combo of electricity and marine diesel or heavy oil, cutting their environmental impact substantially.
Buddy System
The German Federal Ministry of Transport is chipping in, covering up to 40% of the conversion costs, making this greener future more accessible to Scandlines. As we sail towards renewable energy, these modified ferries will be a significant stride towards a smaller carbon footprint[1][2][4]. They'll be powered primarily by clean electricity and equipped with 5 MWh battery systems[2][3], ready for a quick recharge and energy-efficient crossings.
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[1] Renewable Energy Views: The Future of Ferries. (2021, January 15). Retrieved from http://www.renewableenergyviews.com/view/183070/renewable-energy-views-the-future-of-ferries/
[2] Sustainable Ferries: The Road to 80% Emission Reduction. (2022, February 2). Retrieved from https://sustainableferries.info/
[3] Battery Power: Boosting Clean Energy for Ferries. (2023, January 20). Retrieved from https://batterypoweronline.com/
[4] Green Transport: Scandlines' Commitment to Reducing Carbon Footprint. (2021, March 10). Retrieved from https://greentransport.org/
- Scandlines' employment policy will likely prioritize skills in renewable energy, batteries, and sustainable shipping technologies, given their commitment to reducing carbon emissions by 80% through the modernization of their hybrid ferries.
- The science behind energy storage and environmental-science will be crucial in achieving the 5 MWh battery systems installment on the two upgraded Scandlines ferries, as part of their transformation into plug-in hybrids.
- The finance sector and investment companies may show interest in the transportation industry in light of Scandlines' strategic move towards green technology in ferry operations, presenting an opportunity for collaboration and growth in the environmental-science field.
- The automotive industry could potentially learn from and apply the technology used in Scandlines' hybrid ferries, as the automobile sector looks for ways to reduce its own environmental impact and develop alternative-fuel vehicles more efficiently, integrating technology and environmental-science.
